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The SNEB Food Science Certificate explores how food ingredients, processing, preparation, and safety practices influence nutrition and health. Learners develop practical knowledge of food systems, culinary science, and safe food handling to support informed food choices and well-being.

3. Food Science

Upon completion of the SNEB certificate, you will be familiar with each of the concepts listed below.

  • 3.1 Describe the functions of food ingredients and food processing techniques and their effects on the nutrient content of foods.
  • 3.2 Describe the basic types of culinary practices, including the scientific basis for how flavor, texture, and appearance of foods are created or maintained during food preparation.

  • 3.3 Describe the potential sources of food contamination and the best practices associated with the safe handling of food.

  • 3.4 Explain how to plan, select, prepare, and manage foods to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, communities and the food system.