AGRI 1131 - THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY
Overview of world agriculture, nature of the industry, resource conservation, and the American agricultural system, including production, distribution, and marketing.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Identify the principles of food science related to food production, quality, safety, nutrition, and distribution
- Describe common and emerging technologies in food science
- Explain how engineering, microbiology, and chemistry are applied in food production and processing systems
- Describe food safety procedures in U.S. production systems
- Demonstrate appropriate food handling/food safety procedures
- Explain nutrient composition and the link between nutrition and health
- Examine the dynamics of global food supply
Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours:
1
Lecture hours: 16.0
