Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya · BarcelonaTech

Food Industry and Environment (250670) – Course 2020/21 PDF

Syllabus

Learning Objectives

CE01 - Apply scientific concepts to environmental problems and their correlation with technological concepts. CE08-Dimension unconventional systems and advanced treatment and raise their mass balance and energy. Explore scientific concepts and technical principles of quality management of the receiving means, atmosphere, water and soil, and applied to problem solving. Explore scientific concepts and technical principles of management and treatment of gaseous emissions, water supply, sewage and waste and remediation techniques for groundwater and contaminated soils. Sized systems for the treatment of major pollutants vectors in specific sectors of activity. Interprets rules, identifies goals, assesses technical alternatives proposed unconventional solutions and priority actions. Aspects of food production and industrialization. Unit processes in the food industry. Emerging Technologies for the food industry: APH, HIPEF, ESC, irradiation, membrane technologies,... Processing waste from the food industry. Case studies. Fundamental concepts of food processing and specificity of this important sector. Justify the new processes and products with emphasis on environmental aspects.

Competencies

Especific

Apply scientific concepts to environmental problems and their correlation with technological concepts.

Dimension unconventional systems and advanced treatment and raise their mass balance and energy.

Total hours of student work

Hours Percentage
Supervised Learning Large group 25.5h 56.67 %
Medium group 9.8h 21.67 %
Laboratory classes 9.8h 21.67 %
Self Study 80h

Teaching Methodology

The subject has continuous assessment. Begins with theoretical classes of 3 hours when the teacher explains the concepts, methodology, work plan and basic materials of the matter. As the course progresses, there is a greater interaction and participation of the students. There are case studies in order to consolidate General and specific learning objectives.

Grading Rules

The evaluation calendar and grading rules will be approved before the start of the course.

The mark of the course is obtained from the ratings of continuous assessment. Continuous assessment consist in several activities, both individually and in group, of additive and training characteristics, carried out during the year (both in and out of the classroom). The teachings of the laboratory grade is the average in such activities. The evaluation tests consist of a part with questions about concepts associated with the learning objectives of the course with regard to knowledge or understanding, and a part with a set of application exercises.

Test Rules

If any of the continuous assessment activities is not performed at the scheduled time, a final global exam will be needed in order to obtain a suitable grade for the course.

Office Hours

Before and after clases. Contact: merce.raventos@upc.edu

Bibliography

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