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DYP-ATU
D. Y. Patil Agriculture and Technical University

B.Tech. Food Technology

Undergraduate · Food Technology

Purpose

Vision & Mission

Departmental

Vision

"To nurture innovative food technologists who drive sustainable food systems, ensuring nutrition and food security for a healthier tomorrow."

Mission

  1. 1Impart updated knowledge in Food Technology, emphasizing professional ethics and moral values.
  2. 2Develop practical skills in Food Processing, Safety, and Quality Control.
  3. 3Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in Food Technology.
Overview

About the Program

The Department of Food Technology, established in 2021, features modern infrastructure and well-qualified laboratories. Aiming to impart both basic and advanced knowledge, the curriculum follows the NEP 2020 policy and is industry-oriented, developed by experts. Faculty engage in significant research while providing practical experiences through industry visits. The department hosts entrepreneurship workshops for local youth and boasts a top-notch food processing laboratory for assessing local food product quality. Final year students focus on major research projects and experiential learning through internships. The discipline encompasses various specializations, preparing graduates for careers in food processing industries or entrepreneurial ventures. Additional courses enhance holistic development.M. Tech in Food Technology is a 2-year postgraduate program comprising 4 semesters, aimed at graduates with a B. Tech in Food Technology or equivalent. Similarly, M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology is a 2-year program that delves into Food Chemistry, Microbiology, and Preservation techniques. All these courses offer advanced concepts in Food Technology, emphasizing Food Processing, Preservation, Packaging, and Research. Graduates& Post Graduates can explore various careers, including Production Manager, Plant Head, and Research Scientist in food-related sectors. The food processing field has vast opportunities across diverse methods such as Fermentation, Canning, and Freezing, encompassing roles in quality, research, manufacturing, and government sectors.

Outcomes

Programme Outcomes

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

3 points
1

PSOs 1

Graduates will apply the knowledge of food chemistry, food preservation, food processing and food packaging for the effective utilization of agricultural commodities to develop healthy and nutritious foods

2

PSOs 2

Graduates will design economically feasible types of equipment for the modernization of traditional food processing methods

3

PSOs 3

Graduates will apply the knowledge of food engineering and technology principles from the various aspects of food technology and related disciplines to solve practical and real-world problems

Faculty, laboratories and research

Shared across every program in Food Technology.

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