Minor in Food Science
About the Minor
The minor in Food Science is designed for students interested in applying the basic sciences to the world's largest industry. The minor should be especially attractive to students in chemistry, chemical engineering, nutrition and biological sciences as it provides a background for excellent employment and post-baccalaureate study opportunities in areas closely allied to their basic disciplines.
The minor consists of 25.0 credits. Interested students should consult with a culinary science faculty member to schedule courses appropriate for their background and goals.
Additional Information
For more information about this program please contact askcnhp@drexel.edu or Dr. Rosemary Trout rek23@drexel.edu.
Program Requirements
Required Courses | ||
FDSC 154 | Science of Food and Cooking | 4.0 |
FDSC 270 | Microbial Food Safety and Sanitation | 4.0 |
FDSC 350 | Experimental Foods: Product Development | 3.0 |
FDSC 450 | Food Microbiology | 3.0 |
FDSC 451 | Food Microbiology Laboratory | 2.0 |
FDSC 456 | Food Preservation Processes | 3.0 |
FDSC 460 | Food Chemistry | 3.0 |
FOOD 302 | Culinary Medicine | 3.0 |
Total Credits | 25.0 |