FOOD SC 2502WT - Food Microbiology II

Waite Campus - Semester 2 - 2025

This course focuses on the significance of the presence and/or growth of microorganisms in foods and their importance in the production and safety of foods. Topics covered include: types of microorganisms found in food (beneficial, pathogenic and spoilage); the effect different environmental conditions have on microbial existence in foods and in food processing environments; public health aspects of food microbiology; applications of microorganisms in food processing; and detection and enumeration of microorganisms of interest in food. The practical component of this course gives students the opportunity to develop hands-on skills in conventional and rapid methods for testing food products, including microbial indicators.

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Course Details

Course Code	FOOD SC 2502WT
Course	Food Microbiology II
Coordinating Unit	Food Science
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Waite Campus
Units	3
Contact	up to 6 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Assumed Knowledge	PLANT SC 2520WT
Assessment	online tests, practical report, research project, final exam

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Hayriye Bozkurt

Course Coordinator: Hayriye Bozkurt

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1	Discuss the common enumeration and identification techniques employed in food microbiology.
2	Explain the methods used to control the growth of, promote or destroy microorganisms in foods.
3	Describe the microorganisms and conditions which may cause foodborne diseases.
4	Identify microorganisms that are responsible for spoilage of various food commodities.
5	Apply information concerning a food and its environment to an analysis of the microbiological hazard associated with that food.

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1-5
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2-5
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	1,4,5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	2-5
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1,2,5
Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	1,2,4,5
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1-5

Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes

Lectures are used to deliver content relevant to the specified course objectives. Lectures include the opportunity for open discussion, questions and problem solving activities. All lectures are recorded.

Tutorials aim to develop and support the material covered in the lectures as well as provide a forum for acquiring skills and knowledge necessary to complete the assessment tasks.

Practicals further develop knowledge covered in the lectures.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

A student enrolled in a 3 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 12 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).

Learning Activities Summary
This course will cover the following topics in lectures, tutorials and practicals:
- Classification of microorganisms in foods
- Detection/enumeration of microorganisms in food
- Factors affecting microbial growth
- Food Spoilage
- Fermentation of Food
- Foodborne Illness
- Foodborne Pathogens
  
  Staphylococcus aureus
  
  Clostridium botulinum
  
  perfringens
  
  Bacillus cereus
  
  Listeria monocytogenes
  
  Shiga toxin
  
  Escherichia coli and Shigella sp.
  
  Salmonella
  
  Campylobacter
  
  Yersinia
  
  Vibrio
- Viruses and Parasites
  
  Norovirus
  
  Hepatitis A
  
  Coxiella burnetiid
  
  Toxoplasma
- Whole Genome Sequencing
Specific Course Requirements

A field trip to IMVS – Food and Environmental Laboratories is scheduled, subject to confirmation.
This is situated in the Pathology SA building on Frome Road. On-site car parking is available in a U- Park site. Students are responsible for providing their own transport to the Laboratories

Attendance at practicals is compulsory. White laboratory coats and closed-in shoes must be worn at all times during practical sessions. Long hair must be tied back.

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Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Hurdle Yes/No	Learning Outcome	Due
Practical report	Formative & Summative	20%	No	1,2,3,5	Week 10
Online Quizzes x 4	Formative & Summative	20% (5% each)	No	1-5	Weeks 3,7,11,13
Research Project	Formative & Summative	25%	No	1,2,4	Outline Week 6 Final Week 12
Final Exam 2-hour	Summative	35%	No	1-5	Exam Period

Assessment Related Requirements

Assessment Item with Hurdle or compulsory component	% needed to meet hurdle or requirement to meet compulsory component	Is additional assessment available if student does not meet hurdle requirement or compulsory component, if no please explain	If additional assessment is available, explain what type
Practical Report	Attendance at practical sessions is compulsory. Students must sign their name on the class register at the commencement of the practical class.	Students who miss assessed practicals because of illness, bereavement (or other compassionate grounds) or unavoidable commitments are eligible for Replacement Assessment.	If it is not possible to arrange a replacement practical, then an assignment in lieu of the practical assessment piece will be arranged (replacement assessment).

Assessment Detail

Online Quizzes x4 (5% each total of 20%) Due Weeks 3,7,11,13
Students will complete four online, timed quizzes during the semester (worth 5% each). Quizzes will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions. The quizzes are focused on testing knowledge and application of the theory and legislation related to ensuring food quality, safety and compliance with regulations.

Practical Report (20%)
Students attend weekly practicals on specific topic areas related to food microbiology. Students are required to complete a report about 1) Comparison of Enumeration Methods and 2) Factors Affecting Microbial Growth. The format will involve answering questions with short-moderate length answers. Students will be given a rubric to guide them. The practical report focuses on their knowledge on the application and interpretation of the methodology in the practical classes.

Research Project – 2000 word written report (25%: 10% outline and 15% final report)
Students are required to work through a ‘real-life’ project researching and describing all the microbiological aspects, including standard micro quality control measures that a food industry needs to address when developing a new food product. Food product assigned in Week 1.

Two tutorial sessions are devoted to class discussion on this research project, during which time students have the opportunity to ask questions and receive formative review of their progress. An outline of the project report is due in Week 6 and students receive feedback on their progress. The final research report is due in Week 12.

Final 2-hour Written Exam (35%)
The final theory exam examines all components of the course. It consists of multiple choice, case study and short answer questions, assessing the students’ knowledge, ability to apply knowledge and their critical analysis skills. This summative assessment contributes 35% to the overall course grade and assesses course learning outcomes 1-5.

Submission

If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of the assignment for each calendar day that the assignment is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days late or more without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the marks available for that assignment.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

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