Food Science and Services
Food Science and Services focuses on today's industry standards within food production and its related services. Students taking this module are exposed to all aspects of the industry, including nutritional guidelines, hygiene practices and regulatory agencies. They examine the education and skills necessary to pursue careers in food science while gaining insight into some of the careers within this rapidly growing field. They also acquire valuable skills in food safety, menu planning, and food preparation while learning about other aspects of the industry, such as management and customer service.
Internet Resources
Food Irradiation
This is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) "Frequently Asked Questions about Food Irradiation" web page.
Food Science
On this website you can learn about the education needed to obtain a degree in Food Science. Careers in food science, educational courses needed, and links to other food science websites are all covered here.
Foodborne Illness
This website was designed to educate people on food safety and the dangers of foodborne illness. It covers everything from how to properly buy, cook, and store food to new techniques in fighting foodborne illness.
Kids Health
This site was developed by medical professionals of the Nemours Foundation. It covers everything from health tips and nutritional facts, to how the body works. This site has sections for kids, teens and adults.
The Foodnetwork
This is cable television's Foodnetwork's official website. Recipes, cooking techniques and instructions, a glossary of cooking terms, thousands of recipes, network programming, and cooking items can all be found on this site.