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Iowa State University
Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
Iowa State University’s Food Microbiology groups will provide insight on the ecology of microorganisms in foods, detection, and enumeration, isolation, and identification methods for food-borne pathogens, toxins, and contaminants that may occur in a food plant environment. Our course will combine classroom lectures with laboratory environment on the fundamentals of food microbiology and food safety. Attendees will develop a detailed understanding of the methods used to isolate important spoilage microorganisms and food-borne pathogens and the role of food microbiologist in ensuring safe food products. Specific emphasis will be placed on E. coli O157:H7, Listeria, Salmonella, Campylobacter, spoilage and mycotoxigenic fungi, and mycotoxins.
Who Should Attend
- Food processing managers and technicians
- Public health professionals
- Food service professionals with technical backgrounds
- Practicing microbiologists
- Quality control, quality assurance, sanitation, and food production
Learning Objectives
- Learn about characteristics of spoilage, pathogenic, and beneficial microorganisms in the food industry.
- Learn basic and advanced microbiological techniques for isolating and quantifying microorganisms of public health concern.
- Understand how to interpret laboratory results and decide what actions need to be taken to control the growth of a particular organism
Agenda
Example Agenda
Day 1
| Time | Topic |
| 7-8am | Check-In |
| 8-8:15am | Welcome and Introductions |
| 8:15-9:00am | Introduction to Food Microbiology |
| 9:00-10am | Rapid Detection Methods |
| 10am-10:15am | Break |
| 10:15-11am | Escherichia coli |
| 11-12pm | Salmonella |
| 12:00-12:45pm | Lunch : Case Study |
| 12:45-1:45pm | Listeria monocytogenes |
| 1:45-2:30pm | Campylobacter spp. and Staphylococcus |
| 2:30-4:30pm | Laboratory Sessions |
| 4:30-5:15pm | Introduction to Mold and Mycotoxins |
| 5:15-5:45pm | Welcome Reception |
Day 2
| Time | Topic |
| 8:00 – 9:00am | Parasites and Viruses |
| 9:00 – 10:00am | Laboratory Sessions |
| 10:00 -10:15am | Break |
| 10:15 –11:15am | Spoilage and Indicator Microorganisms |
| 11:15-12:00pm | Other Foodborne Pathogens |
| 12:00– 12:45pm | Lunch-Case Study |
| 1:00 – 2:00pm | Laboratory Techniques |
| 2:00 – 3:00pm | Laboratory Sessions |
| 3:00 – 4:00pm | Review of Lab and Question and Answer; Wrap-Up |
Where
Check in and activities will begin at 1951 Food Sciences Building. (ISU map with Memorial Union parking and the Food Science Building highlighted)
Cost and Registration
Registration will open 4 months prior to date
Cost for class is $750.00 per participant. Private courses are offered to food companies throughout the year at Iowa State University or on-site. Price of private course is dependent on length of course, number of instructors, and travel expenses.
Parking
Iowa State University is located in Ames, Iowa. Interstate 35 runs north and south just east of Ames, and U.S. Highway 30 runs east and west just south of campus. If you are traveling to Ames via Interstate 35, take Exit 111B labeled “30 West.” Travel west on Highway 30, then take Exit 146, the “University Boulevard/ISU” exit. Drive north on University Boulevard to Lincoln Way (the fourth traffic light). At Lincoln Way, turn left (west) past Hilton Coliseum and C.Y. Stephens Auditorium. Additionally, an interactive campus map is available on-line. A validated parking pass will be available for your use to park in the Memorial Union Parking Ramp. You can enter the parking ramp from Lincoln Way highway.
Is special accommodations are needed, please contact Angela Shaw at angelaml@iastate.edu or 515-294-0868.
Lodging
Call one of these great area hotels for accommodations:
Gateway Hotel
2100 Green Hills Drive
515-292-8600
Hilton Garden Inn
1325 Dickinson Avenue
515-233-8000
Holiday Inn
2609 University Boulevard
515-268-8808
Fairfield Inn & Suites
2137 Isaac Newton Drive
515-232-4000
Country Inn & Suites
2605 SE 16th Street
515-233-3935