Course: Chemistry of Food

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Course title Chemistry of Food
Course code ACH/CHP
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Seminary
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Barták Petr, prof. RNDr. Ph.D.
Course content
Aminoacids, peptides, proteins, fatty acids, homolipids, heterolipids, saccharides, vitamines, mineral compounds, water, aromatic and flavour compounds, colorants, antinutrients and toxic compounds, additives, contaminants

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
  • Attendace - 52 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 13 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Exam - 29 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 26 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim is to extend knowledge about chemical properties of particular components of foods and chemical processes taking part during manufacturing, storage and preparation of foods.
Define main concepts, describe main approaches in the field of food chemistry, associate information
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basics of organic, anorganic, analytical chemistry and biochemistry is recommended.

Assessment methods and criteria
Mark, Oral exam, Written exam, Seminar Work

Examination paper or oral exam, student has to prove knowledge of the main areas in food chemistry
Recommended literature
  • Straka I., Malota L.:. (2006). Chemické vyšetření masa. Ossis, Tábor.
  • Velíšek J., Cejpek K.:. (2008). Biosynthesis of Food Components. Ossis, Tábor.
  • Velíšek J., Hajšlová J.:. (2009). Chemie potravin I,II. Ossis, Tábor.
  • Velíšek J., Hajšlová, J. (1999). Chemie potravin. OSSIS, Tábor.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Analytical Chemistry (2021) Category: Chemistry courses - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: Winter