The academic content and curriculum of the Dairy and Dairy Products Technology Associate Degree Program covers basic and applied knowledge about the processing, production and quality control of milk and dairy products. The curriculum usually includes a two-year training period and includes theoretical courses as well as laboratory studies and practical training.
Basic Sciences and Food Chemistry: In the early stages of the program, students are introduced to the chemical structure and components of milk. Basic sciences such as biochemistry, food chemistry and microbiology are fundamental to understanding the processing and quality of milk.
Dairy Processing Technologies: In these courses, the processing of milk and the production of various dairy products are covered. Processes such as pasteurization, sterilization, homogenization and their effects on the quality of dairy products are taught.
Product Based Trainings: The program includes courses focusing on the production techniques of different dairy products such as yogurt, cheese, ice cream. The production processes, cultures used and production techniques of each product are covered in detail.
Food Safety and Quality Management: The standards and regulations necessary to ensure the safety and quality of milk and dairy products are covered in these courses. Food safety systems and quality control techniques such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) are taught.
Dairy Industry Equipment: In these courses, the equipment and technologies used in milk processing plants are examined. Students learn the working principles and maintenance methods of milk processing machines.
Practical Applications and Laboratory Studies: An important part of the program is laboratory and practical work. Students learn how to analyze milk and produce various dairy products in the laboratory environment.
Internship The program often offers students the opportunity to do internships to gain experience working in the industry. Internships allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
Business and Management Courses: Business and management skills in the dairy industry provide students with the necessary background knowledge to work effectively in this sector.
This curriculum provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of milk and dairy products technology, ensuring that they have the qualifications sought in the sector when they graduate. Students graduate with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.