About Diploma in Dairy Technology


With the growing significance of the dairy industry across the nation, there has been an increasing demand for experts who are skilled with the knowledge and abilities related to this field. The Faculty of Engineering's Department of Dairy Technology offers a three year diploma program in Dairy Technology Engineering which focuses on equipping students with the relevent competencies required in order to navigate this field. The program provides entry level knowledge which includes an understanding of the basic fundamentals of Dairy Technology. It goes on to provide students with an indepth learning experience to the technical and the commercial aspects of the program. The fields of study in this course include dairy technology, dairy engineering, dairy microbiology, chemistry and business management. The program is conducted under the instruction of top notch faculties who have immense industrial knowledge, along with various visiting experts who get to share various insights relating to the field. The department is equipped with state of the art facilities for research and experimentation which go on to shape the students' practical hands on experience in preparation of their career journey. With the Faculty's industrial ties, students get to be prepared for their various career roles within the industry which places them a step ahead in the job market. 

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Diploma in Dairy TechnologyProgram Outcomes


Why Study Diploma in Dairy Technology

The demand for dairy products is expected to grow at a rate of 9-12% by 2030 and with the high demand for dairy products in India, has resulted in the country being one of the largest producers in the world. Thus due the exponential growth in this field, pursing this program places students on a career vantage point as there is a high demand of professionals in this field. It is also still a growing field, thus creating potential avenues for students to explore, such as:
Dairy Plant supervisor

Dairy Plant supervisor

An ability to understand the fundamental elements of mechanics and electronics, and to practically put them into application.

Dairy Plant Manager/Assistant Manager

An ability to work on the industrial and manufacturing level of the dairy products and manage the production line of various dairy products

Dairy Plant Manager/Assistant Manager
Purchase Manager

Purchase Manager

The ability to oversee the purchase and procurement of various dairy related essentials which are required for dairy purposes

Logistics and Distribution Manager

An ability to strategise numerous aspects of the chain of distribution, and the logistics of dairy products including refrigeration

Logistics and Distribution Manager
Quality Control Officer

Quality Control Officer

An ability to innovate and engineer new modern technologies in dairy technology, which will play a role of ensuring quality production

Duration: 3 years (Semester System)


affiliation

Affiliation

Constituent College of Parul University

eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate shall have passed 10th Examination with English,Maths and Science subjects with an aggregate of 35% in these 3 subjects from a recognized board.

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Mode of Admission

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Diploma in Dairy Technology feesFees


Diploma in Dairy Technology

₹ 47,400/- Annually*

* Tuition Fees may vary depending on the Country/ State in which the candidate has passed their qualifying examination.

Diploma in Dairy Technology CurriculumCurriculum

Semester 1

Semester 2

Physics

Physical Chemistry of Milk

Physics Lab

Physical Chemistry of Milk Lab

Chemistry

Milk Production Management and Dairy Development

Chemistry Lab

Milk Production Management and Dairy Development Lab

Mathematics

Engineering Graphics

Mathematics Lab

Engineering Graphics Lab

Introduction to Dairy Industry

Engineering Workshop Practice Lab

Fundamentals of Microbiology

Fluid Mechanics

Fundamentals of Microbiology Lab

Fluid Mechanics Lab

Environmental Science

Economic Analysis

Introduction to IT Systems Lab

Introduction Dairy Microbiology

Communication Skills - I

Introduction Dairy Microbiology Lab

 

Communication Skills - II

 

Semester 3

Semester 4

Market Milk

Fat Rich and Indigenous Dairy Products

Market Milk Lab

Fat Rich and Indigenous Dairy Products Lab

Chemistry of Milk

Cheese, Fermented Products and By-products

Chemistry of Milk Lab

Cheese, Fermented Products and By-products Lab

Thermodynamics & Heat Engines

Market Milk Process Equipments

Thermodynamics & Heat Engine Lab

Market Milk Process Equipments Lab

Biochemistry and Human Nutrition

Chemistry of Milk Products

Biochemistry and Human Nutrition Lab

Chemistry of Milk Products Lab

Sensory Evaluation of Milk and Milk Products

Microbiology of Milk and Other Foods

Sensory Evaluation of Milk and Milk Products Lab

Microbiology of Milk and Other Foods Lab

Hands on Training -I

Heat & Mass Transfer

Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Heat & Mass Transfer Lab

Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab

Packaging of Dairy Products

Professional Communication and Critical Thinking

Packaging of Dairy Products Lab

 

Financial Accounting

 

Employability Skills

 

Semester 5

Semester 6

Icecream and Frozen Dairy Products

In-plant Training

Icecream and Frozen Dairy Products Lab

 

Condensed and Dried Milks

 

Condensed and Dried Milks Lab

 

Dairy Products Equipments

 

Dairy Products Equipments Lab

 

Chemical Quality Assurance

 

Chemical Quality Assurance Lab

 

Microbiology Quality Assurance

 

Microbiology Quality Assurance Lab

 

Entrepreneurship & Start Up

 

Dairy Engineering

 

Dairy Engineering Lab

 

Marketing Management & International Trade

 

Hands on Training -II

 

 

Diploma in Dairy Technology Curriculum Laboratories


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Research and Development Lab

As a way of promoting research in dairy engineering, a specific laboratory has been reserved for research and development where students can constantly engage in practical

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Computer Labs

The faculty of engineering is equipped with a total of 15 computer laboratories which are strategically designed to provide students with the most vital practical training exposure.

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Sensory Evaluation laboratory

Sensory Evaluation laboratory

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Package Testing laboratory

Package Testing laboratory

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Colour measurement

Colour measurement

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Texture analyser

Texture analyser

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Refrigeration Lab   

Refrigeration Lab   

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Dairy Engineering Workshop

Dairy Engineering Workshop

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Dairy Food Analysis Lab

Dairy Food Analysis Lab

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Dairy Food Quality and Safety Lab

Dairy Food Quality and Safety Lab

https://paruluniversity.ac.in/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

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