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Introduction to Food Microbiology (for non-Microbiologists) Course (FS09)

Course Info

Training provider: ASC Consultants - Food Safety. Our Business.

Training Type: Public
Location: Nationwide
Cost: R Contact for more information
On Demand
Course Duration: 1 day


Our Introduction to Food Microbiology for non-microbiologists course allows the learner to gain an understanding of basic food microbiology with a focus on food safety.


Course Description

Our Introduction to Food Microbiology for non-microbiologists course allows the learner to gain an understanding of basic food microbiology with a focus on food safety.

It is important to understand the basics of food-borne pathogens (germs) and their impact on food safety. This course will also give the learner the necessary skills to interpret laboratory reports and make informed decisions based on these results.

Qualified facilitators, with qualifications in microbiology and a background in food microbiology and chemistry laboratories, present our cost-effective food safety courses. It is fun, engaging and interactive with practical examples and activities. Delegates write an assessment at the end of the course and will receive a handout and certificate of attendance.

We are based in Port Elizabeth and service the following provinces in South Africa:

  • Eastern Cape
  • Western Cape
  • Gauteng
  • KwaZulu-Natal (KZN)



Course Outcomes

MODULE 1

Introduction to Food Microbiology.
History of Food Microbiology.
Where are microbiological organisms:

  • Bacteria cell structure
  • The gram-positive cell wall
  • The gram-negative cell wall
  • Yeasts and moulds
  • How moulds are classified.

MODULE 2

The reproduction mechanism of each of the micro-organisms:

  • Cell division
  • Sporulation
  • Budding
  • Foodborne viral infection and replication.

MODULE 3

GMP and HACCP role in controlling microbial contamination:

  • Sources of microbial contamination.
  • The importance of the application of good manufacturing practices in a food handling environment.

MODULE 4

Factors affecting the growth of microorganisms:

  • FATTOM

MODULE 5

The “indicator” organisms:

  • Aerobic plate count
  • Coliform bacteria

Foodborne disease organisms:

  • Pathogens in the food industry.
  • Control and preventive measures.

MODULE 6

Food Spoilage:

  • What is food spoilage.
  • Different types of food spoilage.
  • How do bacteria spoil food.
  • Refrigerated foods

MODULE 7

Sampling & Testing:

  • Sampling techniques
  • How to conduct aseptic sampling.
  • Plate count
  • Air settlement plates
  • Interpreting micro results.

ASSESSMENT



Prerequisites

A basic understanding of HACCP is required before attending this course. We recommend first attending our Introduction to HACCP course.


Who should attend

  • Business owners or any person in charge of food premises
  • QA managers
  • QC managers
  • Production managers
  • Supervisors
  • HACCP team
  • Laboratory personnel
  • Environmental health practitioners

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