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Food scientists are responsible for keeping food factories clean and keeping consumers safe. Find out what it takes to become these superheroes of the food industry with a short video that details the skills, education, and training required of the people who test food products to make sure they are safe.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Arrange for interested pupils to visit a food processing plant and to interview their quality control manager
- Have interested learners research the history of the FDA's food safety laws and the writings of Upton Sinclair
Classroom Considerations
- Part of the PBS Career Connections series
Pros
- Details both the high school and college-level education required
Cons
- None