Facilities
Lab Facilities at the Department of Food Technology
The Department of Food Technology at Sree Buddha College of Engineering offers advanced laboratory facilities personalized to provide practical training and hands-on experience in various facets of food science and technology. The labs are equipped with cutting-edge instruments and equipment essential for comprehensive exploration and analysis in food chemistry, microbiology, unit operations, preservation, and food processing. Here’s an in-depth look at our key lab facilities:
FOOD CHEMISTRY LAB :
The Food Chemistry Lab serves as a hub for investigating the chemical and physical properties of food constituents. It enables students to evaluate the impact of processing and preservation techniques on the nutritional and sensory attributes of food products. Utilizing sophisticated instruments such as calorimeters and spectrophotometers, students conduct precise chemical analyses, essential for understanding food composition and behavior under diverse conditions.
FOOD MICROBIOLOGY LAB:
Focused on microbiological analysis, the Food Microbiology Lab trains students in employing standard culturing methods to isolate, identify, and enumerate microorganisms in food and environmental samples. Equipped with laminar airflow hoods, incubators, autoclaves, centrifuges, microscopes, and colony counters, this lab facilitates in-depth study of microbial presence and behavior, crucial for ensuring food safety and quality.
UNIT OPERATIONS LAB:
The Unit Operations Lab introduces students to fundamental principles and applications of mass and heat transfer operations in food processing. It covers essential techniques such as drying, extraction, leaching, adsorption, and heat exchange using specialized equipment like flow meters, tray dryers, rotary dryers, and distillation units. This lab emphasizes practical learning to enhance students’ understanding of crucial industrial processes.
FOOD PRESERVATION LAB:
In the Food Preservation Lab, students gain insights into various preservation methods designed to extend the shelf life of food products. They study the application of different preservatives and their permissible levels in food production, essential knowledge for maintaining food quality and safety standards. This lab equips students with skills vital for addressing challenges related to food preservation in the industry
FOOD PROCESSING LAB:
The Food Processing Lab familiarizes students with the operation and utilization of key food production equipment. Through hands-on experience with devices such as spray dryers, deep freezers, bursting strength testers, and penetrometers, students learn practical aspects of food processing technologies. This lab prepares them to effectively apply theoretical knowledge to real-world food production scenarios.
Along with Engineering properties of Food materials lab, these labs are integral to the holistic education ensuring that students of Food Technology not only grasp theoretical concepts but also develop proficiency in applying them in practical settings. By leveraging state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive resources, the college prepares future food technologists to meet industry demands and contribute innovatively to the field of food science and technology.
