Post-Production Management unit (KLA258)

Introduction

This unit introduces students to the science, technology and the management practices involved in maintaining quality, safety, shelf life and value of agricultural products after harvest and processing. It examines post-process changes, supply chains, cool and cold chain management, spoilage mechanisms, quality assurance, processing technologies and the regulatory frameworks pertaining to plant and animal products. Emphasis is placed on practical decision-making, minimising losses, maintaining quality standards, and meeting regulatory requirements in industry settings, and will equip students with the skills to measure and analyse post-processing issues and solve real-world industry challenges. 

 

Summary

Unit name	Post-Production Management
Unit code	KLA258
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture
Discipline	Agriculture and Food Systems
Coordinator	Doctor Naomi Vinden
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Learning Outcomes

• Describe the biological, chemical and physiological changes that occur in agricultural products during post-production.
• Describe approaches to minimise produce spoilage, contamination, physiological disorders and mechanical damage.
• Interpret regulatory, ethical and sustainability requirements for application in post-production management and supply chains.
• Evaluate and apply appropriate methods for measuring and assessing post-harvest quality, safety and shelf-life.
• Communicate scientific and analytical results and evidence-based conclusions to scientific and industry audiences.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
			not applicable

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	2 x 1 hour weekly lectures/seminars + 3 hour weekly practicals.
Assessment	Post-Production Quality Assessment (20%)|Post-Production Risk Assessment (20%)|Post-Production Quality Case Study (25%)|Post-Production System and Management Plan (35%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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