Introduction to Studies (2 etc)
Increase in self-awareness, planning of studies, follow-up and support. Students will have command of various learning techniques and tools needed in time management. They will acquire readiness for professional growth.
Basics of food technology
Upon competition of the course, students will
-be familiar with the structure of Finnish food processing industry and International development in food production
- be able to evaluate the more significant methods of producing food stuffs.
Student's Workload
Introduction to Studies:Total work load, 52 h of which scheduled studies 30% and autonomous studies 70%
Basixs of food technology: Total work load, 52 h of which scheduled studies 22 h and autonomous studies 30 h.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prerequisities
Contents
Introduction to Studies:
Studying at universities of applied sciences, orientation into Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences and studies, reinforcing self-awareness and the defining of professional goals, career planning, compiling a personal study plan, preparation for the working world and coping at work.
Introdution to Communicative Skills:
Introduction to oral and written learning assignments. Writing out an essay (answer in an exam). Using information sources and ethics concerning that. Making references. Instructions of written work in Seinäjoki UAS.
Information seeking: Library and information services at Seinäjoki UAS, databases and the Internet, main producers of information in the study field, evaluation and use of information.
Basics of food technology
- Significance of the food processing industry to Finland's economy
- History and chief industrial enterprises
- Trends in international food processing
- General outline of the following: vegetable and fruit products, meat products, cereal products, dairy products, edible fats, sugars, drinks, and confectionery
Recommended or Required Reading
Introduction to Communicative Skills: Seinäjoki UAS: Instructions of written work.
Others: Literature/study material: Material compiled by the university of applied sciences and the lecturer.
Information seeking: http://kirjasto.seamk.fi/In-English