India is the largest producer of milk in the world. Milk production in the country is increasing at 4% per annum contributing more than Rs. 1,00,000 crores to GDP. There are 678 milk processing plant in the country requiring large human resource pool to run these dairies. With the introduction of modern technology in the production and processing of dairy products, the concept of milk is shifting towards value added dairy business. The Dairy industries have opened up new avenues for employment and economy. Adoption of the latest & advanced technology in milk processing can provide better quality, nutrition and more employment opportunities.

In order to enhance the knowledge in the area of dairy, FFSQ, IGMPI has designed this programme of Dairy Plant Engineering. This is undertaken through theoretical knowledge and practical skill as both are essential to master the field of dairy industry.

The aim of the programme is to understand the processing of milk and its properties, how to prepare milk products, their quality testing and also storage sanitation and effluent treatment. The programme provides individuals with key knowledge of packaging, labeling and food safety.

The programme has been designed for professionals, students aspiring to work in the field of dairy, all involved in implementing and maintaining product quality systems, quality control and quality assurance personnel, new product development personnel.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Dairy Technology

Module 2: Dairy Plant Design and Layout

Module 3: Location and Site Selection

Module 4: Planning and Principles of Dairy Plant Layout

Module 5: Equipment Layout

Module 6: Building constructions materials

Module 7: Entrepreneurship Development in Dairy Industry

Module 8: Laboratory demonstration, practical and instrument handling

Module 9: Case Studies

Eligibility

Any graduation/ B.tech/ B.Sc. in Microbiology/ Life Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology/ Food Science/ Food Technology/ BE/ B.Pharma/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BUMS/ BAMS or any other discipline. Diploma holders are eligible for our Executive Diploma, Industry Certificate, and Certificate Programmes.

Programme Duration

The duration of the training is 5 days.

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and online both modes.

Programme Deliverables

The accompanying training is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• – Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• – All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• – Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• – At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• – All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Assessment & Certification

Online assessment will be conducted at the end of the programme and after successful completion; the participants will be awarded Certificate in Dairy Plant Engineering in Food by Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. The robust placement cell comprises of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. We are engaged in promoting the employability of our participants by maintaining good rapport and relation with HR cell and recruiting managers of leading Food, Biotechnology and Agriculture companies across the globe. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent Months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working global Foods giants like Anand Milk Union Limited (Amul), Mother Dairy, Kwality Limited, Orissa State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation, Dynamix Dairy, Aavin, Milma, Dudhsagar Dairy, Nandini Milk, Sanchi Milk, Verka Milk, Milky Mist Dairy, Heritage Foods etc.

Future career prospects

Faculty of Food Safety and Quality, IGMPI’s online programme is a professional programme targeted to cater the dairy industry needs trained food professionals. The information, guidance, practical training and off programme completion certificate will provide the participant with not one but many opportunities in the industry. This would come true in the form of job roles and positions like that of Dairy Technologist, Maintenance Manager, Production Engineer, Product Managers, Food consultants and many more.

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For further enquiries, write to or call us on:
info@igmpi.ac.in / 18001031071 (Toll Free),  Phone: +91 11 26512850

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