Course Description
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Course Name
Food Chemistry
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Host University
UNSW Sydney
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Location
Sydney, Australia
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Area of Study
Chemistry
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
CHEM1011 or CHEM1021
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.
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Credit Points
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3 - 4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4 - 6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course covers the chemical structures and properties of protein, carbohydrate, lipids, minerals, and vitamins, and their functions in food systems. It also covers the principles of chemical and instrumental techniques for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of food composition. The laboratory sessions focus on analysis of major and minor food nutrients, and data interpretation.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.