B.Sc. Food Technology explores the interdisciplinary domain of food production and processing. Encompassing fields like food chemistry, microbiology, and engineering, it delves into research and education to enhance food safety, quality, and innovation. Students gain expertise in optimizing production methods and developing novel techniques. This field plays a crucial role in shaping the trajectory of the food industry, as it integrates scientific insights to develop and enhance food products in line with changing consumer preferences and international benchmarks. Students acquire skills in refining production processes and pioneering new methods.
Duration
- 4 years (Semester System) with ME-ME
Eligibility
- 12th (PCB/PCM/Agri) with 45% marks or equivalent from any state board or university
Major Courses
- Fundamentals of Food Technology
- Principles of Food Science
- Technology of Food Preservation
- Food Processing Technology
- Food and Nutrition
- Food Microbiology
- Technology of fruits, Vegetables and Plantation Crops
- Technology of Milk and Dairy Products
- Analysis of Food Quality and Safety
- Food Laws and Legislation
- Technology of Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds
- Processing of Spice and Plantation Crops
- Food Packaging Technology
- Marketing of Food Products
- Food Storage Engineering
- Beverage Technology
- Technology of Meat and Poultry Products
- Food Fermentation Technology
- Principles of Food Engineering
- Principles of Food Analysis and Sensory Evaluation
- Food Chemistry Analytical Instrumentation
Minors Courses
- Food Adulteration
- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
- Food Additives and Ingredients
- Introductory Biochemistry
- Basic Computer Applications in Food Industry
- Elements of Statistics
- Fruits and Vegetable Processing
- Baking and Confectionery Technology
- Functional & Minimally Processed Foods
- Fish Processing Technology
- Energy Management in Food Industries
- Food Extrusion Technology
- Food Industry Waste Management
- Post Harvest Technology
- Dairy Plant Engineering
- Fat and Oil Processing Technology
- Industrial Microbiology
- Entrepreneurship and Business Management
- Technology of Sugar Confectionery and Chocolate Processing
Future Prospects
Graduates with a B.Sc. in Food Technology have diverse employment opportunities, spanning various sectors such as large-scale food manufacturing units, food processing firms, catering services, beverage companies, spice and grain mills, quality assurance bodies, food research labs, and the packaging sector.
Food Technologist: Their main role involves researching, refining, and enhancing the characteristics of existing food products.
Technical Brewer: Responsibilities encompass overseeing equipment, monitoring blending processes, and handling specialized and administrative tasks.
Production Managers: They devise and execute plans for clients and fellow managers, evaluating, organizing, and managing budgets and timelines.
Research & Development (R&D) Scientist: R&D scientists focus on creating new food items and enhancing current ones, alongside researching food-related areas like nutrition and safety.
Food Marketing Specialist: They promote food products to consumers, analyzing market trends and devising strategies to boost sales and profitability.
We are engaged in designing and refining food processing equipment and techniques to enhance production efficiency and quality.
Further Information
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frequently asked questions
Bachelor Science (Food Technology) is 4-year programme.
12th (PCB/PCM) with 45% marks. (* bridge course of biology is compulsory in first semester for non-biology students at 12th level)
. B.Sc. (H) in Food Technology is a full-time undergraduate program which is of 4-year duration. This program involves an advanced study of techniques and activities which are involved in Preserving, Processing, and Manufacturing of food according to industry and government specifications and regulations. The Bachelor of Science Honours course in Food Technology is a very popular & demanding course and opens many job scopes after its completion
Food Technology course provides with the scientific and technical skills needed for a wide range of careers in the food industry, as well as in public health, nutrition and research. A professional in the field of food technology can find the employment in the field of food manufacturing unit, research and development labs, as a teacher in university, catering companies, food whole sellers, restaurant and the hospital.
Food Technology course provides with the scientific and technical skills needed for a wide range of careers in the food industry, as well as in public health, nutrition and research. A professional in the field of food technology can find the employment in the field of food manufacturing unit, research and development labs, as a teacher in university, catering companies, food whole sellers, restaurant and the hospital.
Ans. Yes, there are scholarship pattern for the meritorious students that functions according to the Institute’s norms.
Ans. DIBNS campus has adequate facilities for sports and cultural activities. The students regularly participate in Intra College and inter college sports & cultural activities and have won numerous prizes.