SCMIC3002 Food Microbiology
This unit focuses on the role of microbiology in food quality and safety. Students develop understanding of microbial food safety hazards and the diseases they can cause. Spoilage organisms and microbial quality indicators are considered. The techniques used to control microbial growth are explored and used to understand correct recipe and process formulation for microbiologically stable foods. The theory behind pathogen detection is outlined for both standard cultural and molecular techniques. Outbreak investigation and the techniques employed to monitor foodborne outbreaks and subsequent interventions are explored. Laboratory practicals focus on standard microbiological techniques for the isolation and identification of microorganisms from food. The practical component is carefully aligned to the Australian Standard methods for microbiological analysis to ensure students are following current industry guidelines.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) unit fee
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is one that is subsidised by the Australian Government, which means students only pay the student contribution amount of the tuition fee. CSPs are only available to eligible domestic students.
The student contribution amount depends on the unit and how much funding the Government provides. Each unit is classified into a band based on its discipline (which may be different to your overall course discipline).
2025 student contribution amount: $1,164
2025 grandfathered student contribution amount (for students who commenced before 1 Jan 2021*): $1,164
* If you are a continuing student (who commenced your course before 1 January 2021) you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.