Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 6:55 AM AWST
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Diploma of Food Science and Technology
Diploma of Food Science and Technology
FBP50118
BEF6
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 03/02/2020 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 18/12/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers who apply specialist knowledge and skills in food science and technology to food product development and to quality assurance of food manufacturing. They conduct a wide range of specialist tasks to develop, monitor and evaluate food products, including production trials.
Workers contribute to the modification of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and enterprise methods when necessary. They may also have a role in the planning new work and monitoring resources in their work area.
Legislative and regulatory requirements apply to food safety and are enforced through state/territory jurisdictions. Users must check with the relevant regulatory authority before delivery.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:Twenty (20) units of competency:
- eleven (11) core units, plus
- nine (9) elective units including up to 3 from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course
Prerequisite requirements:
FBPCHE5009 Carry out sampling and interpret tests for cheese production
- MSL973013 Perform basic tests
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed.
2. Elective Units
Nine (9) electives must be completed, with at least six (6) selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D686 | FDF50311 | Diploma of Food Science and Technology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGY9 | FBP50121 | Diploma of Food Science and Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.