BTEC 101 Exploring Biotech - Food

This course provides an overview of basic science and technology through the lens of food and cooking. The student explores the importance of biology, physics, and chemistry in creating food flavor, texture, aroma, and consistency. Visiting chefs explain techniques used to create food products in the kitchen while the student engages in interactive, experiential learning activites to understand the related scientific principles. The student is also introduced to scientific methods used to evaluate food products.