FOOD SC 2502WT - Food Microbiology II
Waite Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code FOOD SC 2502WT Course Food Microbiology II Coordinating Unit Food Science Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s Waite Campus Units 3 Contact up to 6 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge PLANT SC 2520WT Assessment online tests, practical report, research project, final exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: James Ralph
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
1 Discuss the common enumeration and identification techniques employed in food microbiology. 2 Explain the methods used to control the growth of, promote or destroy microorganisms in foods. 3 Describe the microorganisms and conditions which may cause foodborne diseases. 4 Identify microorganisms that are responsible for spoilage of various food commodities. 5 Apply information concerning a food and its environment to an analysis of the microbiological hazard associated with that food. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2-5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1,4,5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
2-5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1,2,5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1,2,4,5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures are used to deliver content relevant to the specified course objectives. Lectures include the opportunity for open discussion, questions and problem solving activities. All lectures are recorded.
Tutorials aim to develop and support the material covered in the lectures as well as provide a forum for acquiring skills and knowledge necessary to complete the assessment tasks.
Practicals further develop knowledge covered in the lectures.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).
Learning Activities Summary
This course will cover the following topics in lectures, tutorials and practicals:
- Classification of microorganisms in foods
- Detection/enumeration of microorganisms in food
- Factors affecting microbial growth
- Food Spoilage
- Fermentation of Food
- Foodborne Illness
- Foodborne Pathogens
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Clostridium botulinum
- perfringens
- Bacillus cereus
- Listeria monocytogenes
- Shiga toxin
- Escherichia coli and Shigella sp.
- Salmonella
- Campylobacter
- Yersinia
- Vibrio
- Viruses and Parasites
- Norovirus
- Hepatitis A
- Coxiella burnetiid
- Toxoplasma
- Whole Genome Sequencing
Specific Course Requirements
A field trip to IMVS – Food and Environmental Laboratories is scheduled, subject to confirmation.
This is situated in the Pathology SA building on Frome Road. On-site car parking is available in a U- Park site. Students are responsible for providing their own transport to the Laboratories
Attendance at practicals is compulsory. White laboratory coats and closed-in shoes must be worn at all times during practical sessions. Long hair must be tied back. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Hurdle
Yes/NoLearning Outcome Due Practical report Formative & Summative 20%
No 1,2,3,5 Week 10 Online Quizzes x 4 Formative & Summative 20%
(5% each)No 1-5 Weeks
3,7,11,13Research Project Formative & Summative 25% No 1,2,4 Outline
Week 6
Final
Week 12Final Exam
2-hourSummative 35% No 1-5 Exam Period Assessment Related Requirements
Assessment Item with Hurdle or compulsory component % needed to meet hurdle or requirement to meet compulsory component Is additional assessment available if student does not meet hurdle requirement or compulsory component, if no please explain If additional assessment is available, explain what type Practical Report Attendance at practical sessions is compulsory. Students must sign their name on the class register at the commencement of the practical class. Students who miss assessed practicals because of illness, bereavement (or other compassionate grounds) or unavoidable commitments are eligible for Replacement Assessment. If it is not possible to arrange a replacement practical, then an assignment in lieu of the practical assessment piece will be arranged (replacement assessment). Assessment Detail
Online Quizzes x4 (5% each total of 20%) Due Weeks 3,7,11,13
Students will complete four online, timed quizzes during the semester (worth 5% each). Quizzes will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions. The quizzes are focused on testing knowledge and application of the theory and legislation related to ensuring food quality, safety and compliance with regulations.
Practical Report (20%)
Students attend weekly practicals on specific topic areas related to food microbiology. Students are required to complete a report about 1) Comparison of Enumeration Methods and 2) Factors Affecting Microbial Growth. The format will involve answering questions with short-moderate length answers. Students will be given a rubric to guide them. The practical report focuses on their knowledge on the application and interpretation of the methodology in the practical classes.
Research Project – 2000 word written report (25%: 10% outline and 15% final report)
Students are required to work through a ‘real-life’ project researching and describing all the microbiological aspects, including standard micro quality control measures that a food industry needs to address when developing a new food product. Food product assigned in Week 1.
Two tutorial sessions are devoted to class discussion on this research project, during which time students have the opportunity to ask questions and receive formative review of their progress. An outline of the project report is due in Week 6 and students receive feedback on their progress. The final research report is due in Week 12.
Final 2-hour Written Exam (35%)
The final theory exam examines all components of the course. It consists of multiple choice, case study and short answer questions, assessing the students’ knowledge, ability to apply knowledge and their critical analysis skills. This summative assessment contributes 35% to the overall course grade and assesses course learning outcomes 1-5.Submission
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of the assignment for each calendar day that the assignment is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days late or more without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the marks available for that assignment.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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