Dr Engr Bolaji Olusola Timothy
HOD Food Science and Technology Department
Our Mission and Vision Statements
Our Mission
"To provide excellent sustainable national and globally cross cutting-edge training in food science and technology, conduct ground breaking research that provide solutions to existing and potential food challenges and opportunities"
Our Vision
"The department of Food Science and Technology is a centre of excellence in the present and future strategic knowledge resources of food system, science, research, innovation and development of sustainable economic mindset within the local and global sphere."
Welcome to Department of Food Science and Technology
Food Science and Technology is a dynamic and interdisciplinary field that sits at the intersection of science, engineering, and culinary arts. It encompasses the study of food composition, processing, preservation, and safety, as well as the development of innovative food products that meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers worldwide. Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to engage with world-class departmental staffs who are experts in their respective fields. Our departmental members are committed to providing a supportive learning environment where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcomed, and collaboration is celebrated. Take advantage of their expertise, seek mentorship, and don't hesitate to explore research opportunities that align with your interests and career goals.
Career Opportunities
Food Science and Technology programme is expected to develop highly informed, skilled and inspired professionals and have the competency to generate novel food products, upgrade local food processing techniques, simulate imported food products and provide innovative solutions to the challenges in food industry, regulatory space and research institutes. The Food Science and Technology CCMAS places a high premium on the following twelve employability skills as its desired programme outcome in line with global best academic and professional practices:
The job options for a Food Science and Technology graduate are numerous, a few is listed below:
- Production Manager in food companies;
- Product/Product development Scientist;
- Quality Assurance/Control Manager;
- Regulatory Affairs Officer;
- Research Officer;
- Scientific Laboratory Technician;
- Brewer;
- Procurement Manager;
- Toxicologist
- Food Engineer.
PHILOSOPHY
The need for manpower required for the preservation of many agricultural crops and development of products or processes that will provide nutritious and balanced diet to the people has been the concern of all involved in national development. Food Science and Technology applies science and engineering principles in processing, preservation, packaging, storage and distribution, analysis and evaluation of foods and associated raw materials (additives) in exploitation, design and analysis of food systems /machineries.
The general philosophy therefore is to produce graduates with high academic standard in all aspects of food and its post-harvest issues possessing adequate practical background for self- employment as well as being of immediate value to industry, academia and the community in global food security.
Advancing Food Preservation
Leading innovations in food science and technology.
Quality Assurance
Ensuring sustainable and safe food systems.
Global Impact
Preparing students for international food system challenges.
OBJECTIVE
The objectives of the programme are to adopt the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in:
- Managing food science and technological challenges;
- The conversion of raw agricultural produce into processed, packaged, shelf-stable food products and intermediate raw materials;
- Executing different types of food preservation;
- Establishment, maintenance and assurance of quality of food products and processes in the plant/factory;
- Design and maintenance of food process machines;
- Direct practical experience in food industries, food research laboratories/stations/higher academic institutions;
- Supporting governmental agencies responsible for the formulation and enforcement of food laws;
- Developing and imparting entrepreneurial skills that will make graduates employable or self-reliant/self-employed;
- Understanding all the materials, components, machines, equipment, production techniques and systems in food science and technology;
- Adapting and adopting exogenous technology in order to solve local technical problems;
- Managing people, fund, materials and equipment;
- Improving on indigenous technology to enhance local problems solving capabilities; and
- Developing novel products, simulating imported food products and consequently helping to decrease capital flight.
Our Awesome Staff
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