You will experience practical, hands-on training in an industry-like environment to prepare for a rewarding career in this field.
In lab, you will learn the basics of meat cutting, trimming and boning, wrapping, sausage making and curing. In addition, you will gain an understanding of sanitation and food safety. Harvesting techniques, carcass preparation, customer service and entrepreneurship are also covered in this program.
Harvesting & Processing of Beef, Lamb and Pork
State & Federal Regulations of Sanitation, Labeling, Curing and Meat Smoking
Carcass Grading & Pricing
Customer Relations & Retail Sales
ID of Wholesale & Retail Cut
Wrapping, Packaging & Freezing
Inventory Control
Safety Standards
Entrepreneurship
Terra State Community College
Produce a variety of meat processing products
Utilize modern meat processing equipment
Work daily with the same equipment used in the the industry
Develop food products
Prepared for further education or immediate employment.
Opportunities:
Harvest Floor Employee
Retail/Wholesale Meat Processor & Cutter
Meat Market Manager
State & Federal Meat Inspector
Food Safety Specialist
Food Science Technician
Food Scientist
Quality Control Inspector
Sanitation Specialist