Food Techology: Discovering Food

Common Unit

Unit description

This unit aims to foster an interest in food and food preparation through a variety of practical activities.

Introductory food preparation, accurate measuring, basic skills, hygiene and safety in the kitchen are covered. A variety of cookery methods and processes are studied throughout the course to develop a solid skill and knowledge base.

Food selection models and the main nutrients for growth and development are also introduced. Students research in depth a fruit or vegetable of their choice, and plan and prepare a dish at home for others to try.

In this unit students will explore the following essential questions:

• How do I work safely and hygienically in the kitchen?
• How is food best handled, prepared, cooked and stored based on certain  characteristics?
• How do I effectively analyse diets?

Assessment

• Production Activities
• Hygiene and Safety Checklist Task
• Fruit/Vegetable Research Project
• Written Test