Food Microbiology & Parasitology

This module is designed to enable the learner to carry out microbiological analysis; identify and control microorganisms associated with foods

Module Outcomes

By the end of this module the learner should:

1. Understand the role and significant of microorganisms and parasite in food
2. Carry out sampling of food materials
3. Describe the intrinsic parameters of food that affects microbial growth
4. Culture; isolate and classify of microorganism and parasites in foods
5. Comprehend the control of microorganism in food
6. Understand the action of microorganisms on different components of food
7. Comprehend zootomic diseases and control measures