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Postgraduate Prospectus FST, Session 2012-2013
SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES AND FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Introduction
The School of Chemical Sciences and Food Technology offers graduate study programmes by thesis and course work to train scientists to carry out fundamental and applied research and to strengthen UKM as a research university. The Master programmes by thesis are supported by several courses that will provide the candidates with essential knowledge before carrying out research. The master programmes by course work require candidates to complete a short and focused research project. Postgraduate courses for Master and Doctor of Philosophy are implemented either on a full-time or part-time basis.
Research Areas and Degrees Offered

The School of Chemical Sciences and Food Technology carries out research in fields such as food chemistry and analysis, food additives, edible biopolymers, food acceptance, sensory evaluation, food safety and quality, food microbiology and fermentation, community nutrition, food processing, inorganic compound, liquid natural rubber, colloidal chemistry, catalysis, environment, natural product from plant, theory and simulation and oils and fats chemistry. The degrees awarded are as follows: Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry) Doctor of Philosophy (Nutrition) Doctor of Philosophy (Food Science) Master of Science (Chemistry) Master of Science (Nutrition) Master of Science (Food Science)
Entry Requirements
Candidates applying for the postgraduate programmes must fulfill the following requirements: Doctor of Philosophy Programme a) Master in Science degree from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any other universities approved by the Senate; or
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b) Other qualifications of the same level as a Master of Science and other qualifications or experience approved by the Senate; or c) Is currently following a Master of Science programme in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and is endorsed by the Graduate Studies Committee of the Faculty to change the status to a Doctor of Philosophy programme; or d) Degree in Science or other equivalent qualification with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.67 from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any other universities approved by the Senate;
Master of Science Programme

a) Bachelor of Science degree with a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any other universities approved by the Senate; or b) Other equivalent qualification to a Bachelor's degree in Science or other qualification such as experiences approved by the Senate; or c) Candidates who do not fulfill the minimum CGPA requirements may be considered on the basis of their experiences in research in related fields.
Programme of Study
Doctor of Philosophy Each candidates of this programme is required to register for STPD6014 Research Methodology course and thesis every semester until completion of the academic programme. Students are required to schedule meetings with their supervisor or postgradute committee for not less than 40 hours per semester for full-time students and 20 hours per semester for part-time students. Master of Science Thesis Each candidates in this programme has to register and pass 8-14 credit hours and research findings should be written as a thesis. The 8-14 credit hours consist of courses offered by the faculty and the school. Full-time students need to schedule discussion with their respective supervisor or Graduates Studies Committee for not less than 26 hours per semester whereas 13 hours per semester is required for part-time students.
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Course work Each candidate in these programmes must successfully complete a minimum of 40 credit hours of course work. All the units taken are comprised of core courses and elective courses, as determined by the respective programme.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (CHEMISTRY)

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Competent with exemplary character and personality that can uphold the vision of the faculty and the university as well as able to contribute for the current developments. PEO2: Able to plan work activities, designing and developing products and knowledgeable in processing and production. PEO3: Sensitive and able to handle safety issues, environmental stability and sustainability. PEO4: Knowledgeable and skillfull in the field of chemistry which is an important component in the development of agriculture, health and manufacturing industries. PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO) PO1: PO2: PO3: PO4: PO5: PO6: PO7: PO8: PO9: Mastering the knowledge in advanced chemistry. Mastering technical skills in chemistry. Ability to identify, formulate and solve problems. Able to use scientific methods to design, manage experiments, analyze and interpret data. Able to appreciate the issues related to ethics, society and environment. Ability to communicate effectively. Able to play a role as an individual in a group as well as becoming an effective leader. Recognizing the need for continuous learning and acquire skills to do it. Able to have entrepreneurial and management skills.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (FOOD SCIENCE)

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Provide in-depth knowledge in the field of food science and technology. PEO2: Develop the ability to conduct independent research to meet the challenges in the food industry.
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PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO) PO1: PO2: PO3: PO4: PO5: PO6: PO7: PO8: PO9: Mastering advanced knowledge to conduct research in food science and technology. Having in-depth technical competence in the field of food science and technology. Ability to identify and solve problems in food science and technology research. Ability to utilize scientific methods to design, conduct, analyze and interpret research data. Understanding of issues and needs related to ethics, society, culture and environment as a professional food scientist and technologist. Competent in both oral and written communications. Ability to function effectively as an individual and in a group with the capacity to be a leader as well as an effective team member. Recognizing the need for lifelong learning and possessing the capacity to do so. Ability to acquire entrepreneurial and managerial skills to fulfill the needs of food industry.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (NUTRITION)

PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Provide in-depth knowledge in the field of nutrition and food science PEO2: Develop the ability to conduct independent research to meet the challenges in the community and food industry. PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO) PO1: PO2: PO3: PO4: PO5: PO5: PO6: Mastery of advanced knowledge to conduct research in nutrition Having in-depth technical competence in the field of nutrition. Ability to identify and solve problems in nutritional research. Ability to utilize scientific methods to design, conduct, analyzes and interpret research data. Understanding of issues and needs related to ethics, society, culture and environment as a professional nutritionist. Competent in both oral and written communication. Ability to function effectively as an individual and in a group with the capacity to be a leader as well as an effective team member.
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Recognizing the need for lifelong learning and possessing the capacity to do so. Ability to acquire entrepreneurial and managerial skills to fulfill the community needs.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY)

Introduction
The master programme by thesis emphasizes research work to train scientists to be more capable to carry out fundamental and applied research and to support UKM as a Research University. Research or specialized areas offered by the Chemistry Programme are Natural Products, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Synthesis of Inorganic Compound, Catalysis, Thermoplastics, Composite and Polymers. The Master of Science (Chemistry) by course work offers a package of only two semesters for full-time students and four semesters for part-time students. This programme is offered to qualified students from chemical industries, private colleges, research institutions, teachers and government sector which have limited time to further their studies. Graduates from this programme are expected to contribute effectively to the development of science and technology.
Entry Requirements
Candidates applying for the graduate degree study should fulfill the following requirements: a) Bachelor of Science degree with a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any other universities approved by the Senate; or b) Other equivalent qualification to a Bachelor's degree in Science or other qualification such as experiences approved by the Senate; or c) Candidates who do not fulfill the minimum CGPA requirements may be considered on the basis of their experience in research in related fields.
Type of Programmes
The graduate programmes offered are as follows: Thesis Course Work
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PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Competent and skilled with good personality and moral that can uphold the vision of the faculty and university as well as able to contribute to current developments. PEO2: Able to plan working activities, design and develop product as well as knowledgeable in process and production. PEO3: Sensitive and able to manage issues involving safety, harmonization and environment. PEO4: Knowledgeable and skillful in the fields of chemistry which are important components in the development of agriculture, health and manufacturing industry. PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO) PO1: PO2: PO3: PO4: The ability to master knowledge in advanced chemistry. Having in-depth technical competence in chemistry. Able to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution. Able to utilize scientific method to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze and interpret data. PO5: Able to appreciate issues related to ethics, society and environment. PO6 : Able to communicate effectively. PO7: Able to function effectively in a group as a team member as well as a leader. PO8: Recognizing the need for lifelong learning and acquiring the capacity to do so. PO9: Able to acquire entrepreneurial and managerial skills.
Programme Structure
Thesis Each candidate in this programme must complete and pass 8 credit hours course as a fulfillment for the degree of Master of Science. The results of the research will be written out as a thesis. The compulsory courses offered are as follows: STPD6014 Research Methodology STKK6014 Laboratory Research Skill Course work Each candidates in Master of Science (Chemistry) programme by course work must register and successfully complete a minimum of 40 credit hours of course
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work throughout the studies. The following table listed the core courses and elective courses required to be taken by the candidates.
SEMESTER CORE COURSES STPD6014 STKK6113 I STKK6313 STKK6513 STKK6713 Research Methodology Quantum Chemistry Inorganic Synthesis and Mechanism Organic Synthesis Principles of Analytical and Instrumentation Design Research Project I Advanced Polymer Chemistry Applied Inorganic Chemistry Spectroscopy in Chemistry Organic Chemical Management System Research Project II 36 ELECTIVE COURSES TOTAL
STKK6142 STKK6342 STKK6542 STKK6762 STKK6942
STKK6972 STKK6123 STKK6323 II STKK6523 STKK6723
Electrochemistry Physical Inorganic Chemistry Kinetics and Reaction Mechanism Surface Analysis Radiochemical Technique
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Courses Offered STPD6014 STKK6113 STKK6123 STKK6142 STKK6313 STKK6323 STKK6342 Research Methodology Quantum Chemistry Advanced Polymer Chemistry Electrochemistry Inorganic Synthesis and Mechanism Applied Inorganic Chemistry Physical Inorganic Chemistry 127
STKK6513 STKK6523 STKK6542 STKK6713 STKK6762 STKK6723 STKK6942 STKK6972 STKK6986
Organic Synthesis Spectroscopy in Organic Chemistry Kinetics and Reaction Mechanisms Principles of Analytical and Instrumentation Design Surface Analysis Chemical Management System Radiochemical Techniques Research Project I Research Project II
Course Contents
STKK6014 Laboratory Research Skill This course will expose the students to technical skills for laboratory work, which will help them to improve their skills in research work. The course will discuss the laboratory safety, labeling, chemical storage, chemical waste disposal, chemical safety acts, safety management and chemical safety database. Other laboratory techniques such as vacuum distillation system, cooling under zero temperature, precipitation process, handling of toxic and flammable chemicals, gas handling, dilution, glass tube will be covered. The syllabus will include trace analysis in chemistry and neutron activation analysis. Instrumentation and interpretive techniques in chemistry research such as IR, UV, GCMS, AA, HPLC, NMR, TGA, DCS, X-ray Crystallography etc. QA/QC and GLP aspects will also be emphasized. References Braun, R.D. 1987. Introduction to Instrumental Analysis. New York: McGraw-Hill International Editions. Bretherick, L. 1986. Hazards in Chemical Laboratory. Oxford: The Royal Society of Chemistry. Crowl, C.A. & Louvar, J.F. 1990. Chemical Process Safety: Fundamentals and Application. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall. Pipitone, D.A. 1991. Safe storage of Laboratory Chemicals. New York: John Wiley & Sons Inc. Willard, H.H., Merritt, L.L. & Dean, J.A. 1994. Instrumental Nethods of Analysis. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. STKK6113 Quantum Chemistry This course introduces and discusses the basic principles in quantum theory; topics include wave-particle duality, Schrdinger equation, normalization and quantization, the Born interpretation of the wavefunction, operators, eigenvalues and eigenfunctions, probability and expectation values, and uncertainty principle.
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The application of wavefunction in solving the particle in a box and motion in two dimensions for translational motion; the energy levels and the wavefunctions for vibrational motion; and rotation in two and three dimensions, and spin for rotational motion will be included in discussion. Atomic and molecular orbitals, energy and orbitals, molecular orbital theory, and the Huckel approximation for polyatomic systems will also be discussed. References Atkin, P.W. 1994. Physical Chemistry. 5th Ed. London: Oxford University Press. Griffiths, D.J. 1994. Introduction to Quantum Mechanics. New York: PrenticeHall. Simon, J. & Nichols, J. 1997. Quantum Mechanics in Chemistry. London: Oxford University Press. Vincent, A. 2001. Molecular Symmetry and Group Theory: A Programmed Introduction to Chemical Application. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Yates, K. 1978. Huckel Molecular Orbital Theory. New York: Academic Press. STKK6123 Advanced Polymer Chemistry Lecture focuses on three fundamental topics: thermodynamics of polymer mixtureentalphy, entropy and free energy; polymer blending-homogenity, compatibility, intermolecular interaction, curing, phase equilibrium, rheology and phase morphology, physical and mechanical properties of blends, solution blending and melting, and colloidal solution-solute, solvent and amphiphilic molecule clusterings/ surfactant, micelle structure and properties, stability, equilibrium and phase diagram, micro and macro emulsion. References Atkins, P. & de Paula, J. 2006. Physical Chemistry. 8th. Ed. Oxford UK: Oxford University. Evans, D. F. & Wennerstrom, H. 1999. The Colloidal Domain. 2nd. Ed. New York: Wiley-VCH. Shonaike, G. O. & Simon, G. P. 1999. Polymer Blends and Alloys. New York: CRC Press. Utraki, L. A. 2002. Polymer Blends Handbook. Vol I & II, Netherlands:Kluwer Academic Pub. STKK6142 Electrochemistry Topics to be discussed includes general considerations; choice of solvent and electrolyte, cell design and electrodes, voltammetric techniques for synthetic reactions, electrochemical synthesis by controlled potential electrolysis, spectroelectrochemistry, electrochemical reactions in an aqueous medic and organic solvent. Application of electrochemistry in industrial including interface electrochemistry, bioelectrochemistry, electrochemistry for sensing, chlor-alkali industries, fuel cell, electroplating and application in environmental pollution 129
control will be highlighted. Corrosions and stability of metals will also be discussed. References Bockris, J.O.M. & Reddy, A.K. 1998. Modern Electrochemistry 1 & 2. New York: Kluwer Academic Press. Crow, D.R. 1994. Principles and Applications of Electrochemistry . 4 Ed. Cambridge, UK.: Blackie. Pletcher, D. & Walsh, F.C. 1990. Industrial Electrochemistry. Cambridge, U.K.: Chapman and Hall. Sawyer, D.T., Sobkowiak, A. & Roberts, J.L. 1994. Electrochemistry for Chemist. New York: John Wiley & Son. Schmickler, W. 1995. Interfacial Electrochemistry. Oxford: Oxford University Press. W.E. Geiger & M.D. Hawley. 1986. Physical Methods of Chemistry. Vol. 2: Electrochemical Methods", ed. B.W. Rossiter, Wiley and Sons.
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STKK6313 Inorganic Reaction Mechanism This course is concerned with all aspects of the fundamentals, methodologies (experimental, computational and theoretical) and applications of inorganic reaction mechanisms, that is of the processes of bond formation and cleavage, electron transfer, the nature of intermediates, medium and other effects, in inorganic and organometallic redox and substitution reactions, including those which underlie important catalytic, environmental, biological and industrial processes. Examples on important inorganic and organometallic reactions will also be exposed to strengthen the understanding of the students in inorganic mechanism. References Atwood, J.D. 1997. Inorganic and Organometallic Reaction Mechanisms. 2nd. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son. Burgess, J. & Tobe, M.L. 2000. Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms. New York: Pearson Education Corp. Cotton, F.A., Wilkinson, G., Murillo. C.A. & Bochmann, M. 1999. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. 6 Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son. Jordan, R.B. 2007. Reaction Mechanisms of Inorganic and Organometallic rd. Systems. 3 Ed. New York: Oxford University Press. Wilkin, R.G. 1991. Kinetics and Mechanisms Reactions of Transition Metal Complexes. New York: John Wiley & Son.
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STKK6323 Applied Inorganic Chemistry Two important topics in inorganic chemistry relating to our daily life, firstly, the structural and functions of metal/metal ions in our life such as minerals, vitamin and coenzymes will be discussed. In addition, biochemistry reactions involving metal ions such as uptake, transport and storage of metal ion as exemplified by iron; copper-proteins, photosynthesis, coenzymes and catalytic enzyme reaction will also be included. Secondly, the important of inorganic compounds in industries as catalyst will be discussed. Mechanisms of homogeneous catalyst will be discussed in detailed and discussion on heterogenous system is concentrated on liquid and gas systems. References Bertini, I. & Gray, H.B. 1994. Bioinorganic Chemistry. Los Angeles: University Science Book. Cowan, J.A. 1993. Inorganic Biochemistry An Introduction . 2nd. Ed. London: VCH Publ. (UK) Ltd. Jolly, W.L. 1991. Modern Inorganic Chemistry. 2nd. Ed. Singapore: McGraw-Hill International Edition. Kaim, W. & Schwederski, B. (Ed.). 1994. Bioinorganic Chemistry: Inorganic Elements in the Chemistry of Life: An Introduction and Guide . New York: John Wiley & Son. Parshall, G.W. & Ittel, S.D. 1992. Homogeneous Catalysis: The Applications and Chemistry of Catalysis by Soluble Transition Metal Complexes . 2nd. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son. STKK6342 Physical Inorganic Chemistry Course involved in-depth study on the properties and reactions of inorganic compound. The main focus is on the substitution reaction of the octahedron complexes, tetrahedron and square planar. The concept of stable, labile and mechanism steps, stereochemistry, trans effect and experimental evidence of associations and exchange mechanism will be studied. Other than substitution reaction, redox reactions with internal and external spherical concept and also reactions of in coordinated ligands are also investigated. Coordinated ligand reaction involved hydrolysis of ester amide and peptide, template and electrophilic. Reactions related to biochemical system will also be discussed. References Atwood, J.D. 1997. Inorganic and Organometallic Reaction Mechanisms. 2nd. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son. Burgess, J. & Tobe, M.L. 2000. Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms. New York: Pearson Education Corp. Cotton, F.A., Wilkinson, G., Murillo, C.A. & Bochmann, M. 1999. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. 6th. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son.
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Kettle, S.F.A. 2000. Physical Inorganic Chemistry: A Coordination Chemistry Approach. London: Oxford University Press. Wright, J.R., Hendrickson, W.A. & Osaki, S. 1986. Physical Methods for Inorganic Biochemistry. Biochemistry of The Elements. Vol. 5. New York: Plenum Publ. Corp STKK6513 Organic Synthesis Reaction leading towards the formation of carbon-carbon bonds, summary of reactions especially involving functional group interconversions. Synthetic methods with emphasis on discovery, development and use of chemical reaction in synthesis; limitations and scope of the reactions in questions. Multi-step synthesis of natural products as templates for various synthetic approaches and strategies. Synthetic reagents using organometallic compound will also be discussed. References Carey, F.A. & Sunberg, R. J. 1994. Advanced Organic Chemistry: Reactions and Synthesis. Part B, 3 . Ed. New York: Planum Press. Nicolaou, K. C. & Sorensen, E.J. 1995. Classic in Total Synthesis: Targets, Strategies, Methods. New York: VCH Publ. Norman, R.O.C. & Coxon, J.M. 1995. Principles of Organic Synthesis. 3rd Ed. New York: Blackie Academic Press. Smith, M.B. 1994. Organic Synthesis. New York: McGraw-Hill Higher Education. Wuts, P.G.M. & Greene, T.W. 1997. Protective Groups in Organic Synthesis. New York: John Wiley & Sons.
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STKK6523 Spectroscopy in Organic Chemistry This course is introduced in order to strengthen the students' knowledge and skill in structural determination and stereochemistry of organic compound. Theory and application of modern spectroscopic methods for this particular aim will be discussed including ultraviolet, infrared, one and two-dimensional NMR and mass spectroscopy. In addition, step by step approach in structural elucidation of organic compounds which involves abstraction and interpretation of ultraviolet, infrared, one and two-dimensional NMR and mass spectral data will be discussed in detail. Other than focusing on the structural elucidation exercises based on spectroscopic data, hands-on application of the instrument will also be done during one slot of practical work. The importance of spectroscopic and physical data in stereochemical determination of organic compound will also be covered. References Breitmaier, E. 2004. Structure Elucidation by NMR in Organic Chemistry. A Practical Guide. Sussex : John Wiley & Sons. Claridge, T.G.W. 1999. High Resolution NMR Techniques in Organic Chemistry. New York: Pergamon Press.
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Crews, P., Rodriguez, J. & Jaspars, M. 1998. Organic Structure Analysis. New York : Oxford University Press. Pavia, D. L., Lampman, G. M. & Kriz, G. S. 2008. Introduction to Spectroscopy. Washington : Brooks & Cole. Shriner, R.L., Christine, K.F., Morill, T.C., Curtin, D.Y. & Fuson, R.C. 1998. The Systematic Identification of Organic Compounds. 7th. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Son. STKK6542 Reaction Kinetics and Mechanisms Detailed study on the methods to follow the kinetic of an organic or inorganic reactions. Mathematical treatment of the proposed mechanisms which should be in agreement with the kinetic data obtained. The mechanism for several common reaction including substitution, redox, catalysis acid base, polimerisation and enzymatic reactions will be studied. Stopped flow and temperature jump technique will also be introduced. The linear free energy relationship, isotope effect and mathematical treatment of some complex reactions will be discussed. References Jencks, P. 1987. Catalysis in Chemistry and Enzymology. New York: Dover Publ. nd. Jones, R.A.Y. 1984. Physical and Mechanistic Organic Chemistry . 2 Ed. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Lawry, T.H & Richardson, K.S. 1987. Mechanism and Theory in Organic rd. Chemistry. 3 Ed. New York: Harper and Row. Miller, B. 1997. Advanced Organic Chemistry: Reactions and Mechanism. London: Prentice-Hall. Sykes, P. 1996. A Guidebook to Mechanism in Organic Chemistry . London: Prentice-Hall. STKK6713 Principles of Analytical Instrumentation Design Understanding on the chemical principle of qualitative and quantitative in designing analytical instrumentation is incorporated. System and component in the analytical instrumentation- light source, heater, optic, pump, motor, operational amplifier, electronic, central processing unit (CPU), vacuum, interfaces, volume and mass measurement, detector and others are discussed. Steps in designing analytical instrumentation system for specific purposes and example of automatic analyser and processing analyzer used in various field will also be introduced. References Clevert, K.J. 1984. Handbook of Process Stream Analysis. Chichester, UK: Ellis Horwood. Johnson, K.J. 1992. Automatic Process Control. New York: McGraw-Hill. Miller, J.T. 1994. The Revised Course in Industrial Instrument Technology. London: United Press London.
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Peecok, R.L., Shields, L.D., Cairns, T. & McWilliam, L.G. 1996. Modern Methods of Chemical Analysis. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Willard, H.H., Merrit, L.L. & Dean J.A. 1994. Instrumental Methods of Analysis. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold. STKK6723 Chemical Management System Discussion on systematic chemical management system and related system as chemist in protecting the worker, public and environment: aspect and activities covering the whole life cycle of the chemicals. Role and responsibility of a chemist: Chemist Acts and role of Malaysia Chemistry Institute. Concept of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and laboratory accreditation under the Malaysia Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (SAMM) and ISO 17025. Environmental regulations, Good Manufacturing Practice(GMP), quality management (ISO 9000 series) and environmental management system (ISO 14000). References Bahu, R., Critenden, B. & OHara, J. 1997. Management of Process Industry Waste: An Introduction. Rigby: Institution of Chemical Engineers. Huber, L. 1993. Good Laboratory Practice A Primer. Germany: Hewlett Packard Co. Lipton, S. & Lynch, J. 1994. Handbook of Health Hazards Control in the Chemical Process Industry. New York: John Wiley & Son. Parkany, M. 1994. Quality Assurance for Analytical Laboratories. London: Royal Society of Chemistry. Turner, G.R. 1994. Total Quality Management in the Chemical Industry Strategies for Success. London: Royal Society of Chemistry. STKK6762 Surface Analysis This course will discuss the importance of surface analysis, vacuum system, mean free path (MFP), photoelectron phenomenon and Aufer electron. The electron spectroscopy discussion will involve theory, instrumentation and data analysis for XPS, AES and UPS spectroscopy. Surface analysis for solid sample based on sample saturation/unsaturation involving N2 gas, BET equation, surface area, pore size and distribution of pore. Selective saturation based on chemical saturation of the H2 gas and other gases. The normal method used for surface analysis involve instrumental theory and the use of AFM, SEM and TEM instruments. References Niemantsverdriet, A. 1995. Spectroscopy in Catalysis-An Introduction. New York: VCH Publ. Smith, G.C. 1994. Surface Analysis By Electron Spectroscopy-Measurement And Interpretation. New York: Pergamon Press. Stohr, J. 1992. NEXAFS Spectroscopy. Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag.
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Walls, J.M. & Smith R. 1994. Surface Science Technique. New York: Pergamon Press. Walls, J.M. 1989. Method of Surface Science Technique and Application. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. STKK6942 Radiochemical Techniques The course gives student the general theory, instrumentation and various methods and applications related to radioactive materials and ionizing radiation in chemistry. Emphasis will be given to the fields of radiochemical analysis and radiation techniques in polymeric systems. The topics of discussion include neutron activation analysis and nuclear reactions, isotope dilution analysis, radioreagent methods, instrumental analysis based absorption and scattering. In the radiation techniques, discussion will include application of ionizing radiation in polymerization and modification of polymers. General radiation safety will also be given. References Choppin, G., Liljenzen, J. O & Rydberg. 1995. Radiochemistry and Nuclear Chemistry. 2nd. Ed. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. Ito & Tagawa, 1991. Handbook of Radiation Chemistry. USA: CRS Press. Arnikar H. J. 1981. Essential of Nuclear Chemistry. India: Eastern Wiley. Navaratil, O., Hala, J., Kopunec, R., Macasek, F., Mikulaj, V. & Leseticky, L.1992. Nuclear Chemistry. London: Ellias Horwood.Tabata Tolgyessy, J. & Bujduso, E. 1991. CRC Handbook of Radioanalytical Chemistry. USA: CRC Press. Vertes, A. & Kiss I 1987. Nuclear Chemistry. NewYork: Elsevier. Vertes, A., Nagy, S. & Kelncsair, A. Z. (Editor) 2003. Handbook of nuclear Chemisty. Volume 1-5. Amsterdam: Kluwer Academic Publishers Wood, R. J. & Pikev, A. R. 1993. Applied Radiation Chemistry: Radiation Processing. London: John Wiley & Sons STKK6972 Research Project I The objective of this course is to expose the students to the world of chemistry, which consists of organic, inorganic, analytical, physical and polymer chemistry. The research project will be carried out in two semesters consecutively and each candidate is expected to submit their report at the end of the second semester. The titles for the projects will be given by the respective lecturers who are responsible to guide the students during their studies. This project will be evaluated based on the proposal presentation and the progress of the project in the first semester.
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STKK6988 Research Project II The research project II is the continuation of Research Project I where the students in this semester are required to write a report in the form of a dissertation on the research findings. The evaluation will be carried out based on the dissertation and oral examination. The project must be written based on UKMs format stipulated in 'The UKM Style Guide'.
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Introduction
The Food Science Programme offers the Master of Science degree by thesis and course work. These fields of study are closely related to food production from the point of harvest or slaughter until it is marketed and reaches the consumer in conditions that satisfy the consumers requirements in terms of food safety and taste. The Master of Science programme complements the Doctor of Philosophy programme that comprises only research work. Graduates from this programme will gain sound knowledge in the fields of Food Science and Nutrition. It is hoped that these graduates will apply the knowledge gained in the areas of research and production of nutritious foods, food safety and quality, food regulations as well as food and nutrition education programmes.
Entry Requirements
Candidates applying for graduate degree study should possess the following qualifications: a) Bachelor of Science degree (Food Science, Food Science and Nutrition, Food Technology) with a good Cummulative Grade Point Average from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any universities approved by the Senate; or b) Other equivalent qualification to a Bachelor's degree in Science or other qualification such as experiences approved by the Senate; or c) Candidates who do not fulfill the minimum CGPA requirements may be considered on the basis of their experience in research in related fields.
Type of Programmes
Master of Science (Food Science) Programme offers two types of study: Thesis Course work
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Provide in-depth knowledge in the field of food science and technology. PEO2: Develop the ability to conduct independent research to meet the challenges in the food industry.
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PO1: PO2: PO3: PO4: PO5: PO6: PO7: PO8: PO9:
Mastery of advanced knowledge to conduct research in food science and technology. Having in-depth technical competence in the field of food science and technology. Ability to identify and solve problems in food science and technology research. Ability to utilize scientific methods to design, conduct, analyse and interpret research data. Understanding of issues and needs related to ethics, society, culture and environment as a professional food scientist and technologist. Competent in both oral and written communication. Ability to function effectively as an individual in a group with the capacity to be a leader as well as an effective team member. Recognizing the need for lifelong learning and possessing the capacity to do so. Ability to acquire entrepreneurial and managerial skills to fulfill the needs of food industry.
Programme Structure
Thesis All candidates of this programme have to register and pass 14 credit hours of courses to fulfill the requirement for graduation. From the 14 credit hours of courses, 4 credit hours core Faculty and 10 credit hours for core programme. The list of the courses are: STPD6014 Research Methodology and select 10 credit hours courses from the following list:Semester I STKM6033 Science of Fats and Oils STKM6113 Advanced Food Microbiology STKM6712 Food and Nutrition Toxicology Semester II STKM6043 Sugar & Chocolate Confection Technology STKM6063 Food Additive Substance STKM6123 Advanced Food Chemistry Course work
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All candidates of this programme have to register and pass 40 credit hours, of which 29 credit hours are from core courses and 11 credit hours from elective courses. Students may take any of the elective courses to fulfill the requirement. Prerequisite Course Candidates who do not have training in Food Science or Food Technology are required to take prerequisite as listed below and pass with a grade B minimum in each course before being eligible to enter a Master programme. The list of the course are:STKM6423 STKM6523 STKM6623 STKM6723
SEMESTER
Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods Food Microbiology and Toxicology Food Processing and Preservation Nutritional Biochemistry
CORE COURSES STPD6014 Research Methodology STKM6113 Advanced Food Microbiology STKM6122 Experimental Techniques in Food Science STKM6313 Food Quality STKM6712 Food and Nutritional Toxicology STKM6973 Research Project I STKM6023 Protein Product Technology ELECTIVE COURSES STKM6033 Science of Fats and Oils STKM6323 Food Processing Operations STKM6322 Current Techniques in Food Microbiology TOTAL
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STKM6123 Advanced Food Chemistry STKM6986 Research Project II
STKM6043 Sugar and Chocolate Confection Technology STKM6063 Food Additives STKM6243 Food Safety Management STKM6722 Food Packaging 11
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STPD6014 STKM6023 STKM6033 STKM6043 STKM6063 STKM6113 STKM6122 STKM6123 STKM6243 STKM6313 STKM6322 STKM6323 STKM6712 STKM6722 STKM6973 STKM6986
Research Methodology Protein Product Technology Science of Fats and Oils Sugar and Chocolate Confection Technology Food Additives Advanced Food Microbiology Experimental Technique in Food Science Advanced Food Chemistry Food Safety Management Food Quality Current Techniques in Food Microbiology Food Processing Operations Food and Nutrition Toxicology Food Packaging Research Project I Research Project II
Course Contents
STKM6023 Protein Product Technology This course discusses the scientific and technological aspects of plant and animal protein. Emphasis is based on animal protein technology especially meat, milk and eggs. The scientific aspects include microbial quality, chemical, biochemical and the physical properties of these proteins. Technological aspects include meat, milk and egg-based product processing technology. The production and usage of side products such as fats, leather, egg shells, whey and lactose will also be discussed. References Damodaran, D. 1997. Food Proteins and Their Applications. New York: CRC. Lawrie, R.A. 1998. Meat Science. 6th. Ed. Cambridge, England: Wrokhead Publ. Nakai, S. (Ed.). 1996. Food Proteins:Properties and Characterization. New York: Wiley-VCH. Thompson, A., Boland, M. & Singh, H. (Eds). 2008. Milk Proteins: From Expression to Food. New York: Academic Press. Walstra, P., Noomen, T.J., Jelema, A. & van Boekel, MA.J.S. 1999. Dairy Technology: Principles of Milk Properties and Processes. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc. William, J. Stadelman, W.J., Newkirk, D. & Newby, L. 1995. Egg Science and Technology. New York: CRC. STKM6033 The Science of Fats and Oils This course discusses fat and oil processing to produce value added products. These include fractionation, hydrogenation, transesterification and blending to
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produce emulsifiers (sugar esters, DAG, MAG) and specialty fats (structured lipids, confectionary fats, shortenings). In addition, polymorphic characteristics of fats and oils and their importance in fat migration, compatibility and formation of fat bloom will also be discussed. The physico-chemical changes in fats and oils during cooking will also be explained. The role of dietary fats and oils in health and diseases (coronary heart diseases, obesity) will be explained. References Akoh, C.C. & Min, D.B. 1998. Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutrition, and Biotechnology. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Garti, N. & Sato, K. 1988. Crystallization and Polimorphism of Fats and Fatty Acids. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Gunstone, F.D. & Padley, F.B. 1997. Lipid Technologies and Applications. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Gunstone F.D., Harwood, J.L. & Padley, F.B. 1995. The Lipid Handbook. 2nd. Ed. London: Chapman & Hall. Hamilton, R.J. 1995. Developments in Oils and Fats. London: Blakie Academic & Professional. STKM6043 Sugar and Chocolate Confection Technology This course will deliberate comprehensively and scientifically on technology of sugar and chocolate confection thoroughly in theory and practice. Course scope will deliberate on specification, raw material, processing, quality control, shelf life, product development and acceptance. Discussion will also focus on several physicochemical aspects of product such as carbohydrate, sweetener, emulsifier and fat. Raw material and confection product that will be discussed are jelly and gum, cocoa products, nuts, sweetener, fat, cocoa butter alternatives, replacement fat, sweet and caramel. Thorough discussions on product processing that will be covered are on crystallization aspect, thickness, blend impact, pH impact, boiling point, food additive and storage. References Beckett, S.T. 1994. Industrial Chocolate Manufacture and Use. 2nd. Ed. London: Chapman & Hall Bernard, W.M. 1999. Chocolate, Cocoa and Confectionary: Science and Technology. 3rd update Ed. Maryland: Aspen Publ. Inc. Lees, R. & Jackson, E.B. 1999. Sugar Confectionery & Chocolate Manufacture. London: Chapman & Hall. Jackson, E.B. 1995. Sugar Confectionery Manufacture. 2nd. Ed. London: Chapman & Hall Mathlouthi, M. & Reiser, P. 1994. Sucrose: Properties and Applications. London: Blackie Academic & Professional. STKM6063 Food Additives 141
This course discusses the chemical reactions involve in natural food flavour formation from plants and animals as well as via food processing techniques. The method to isolate, separate and identify flavour compounds will also be discussed. Emphasis will be given on identification of off- flavours defects in foods and propose ways of preventing them. The synthetic and natural identical flavourings will be addressed in the course. Students will be given group assignment/project to apply flavourings to various formulated systems. References Ashurst, P.R. 1991. Food Flavourings. London: Blackie & Sons Publ. Bredie, W.L.P. & Petersen, M.A. 2006. Flavour Science: Recent Advances and Trends. Amsterdam: Elsevier. Ho, C.T. & Manley, C.H. 1993. Flavour Measurement. New York: Marcel Dekker, INC. Taylor, A.J. 2002. Food Flavour Technology. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press Ltd. Taylor, A.J. & Hort, J. 2007. Modifying Flavour in Food. Cambridge: Woodhead Publishing Limited. STKM6113 Advanced Food Microbiology In this course, scientific aspect of microbial contamination in food are discussed, the physiology and biochemistry of microorganisms in contaminated food, and the survival aspects of vegetative cells and microbial spores due to exposure to various food preservation techniques. Toxin production mechanisms by bacteria and its action which causes food poisoning by infection and intoxication are also discussed. Molecular epidemiology, rapid methods of bacterial sub typing and data analysis, and food borne diseases emerging issues and international legislation related to food microbiology are taught. The principles and use of predictive microbiology during food preservation to control food pathogens are introduced besides other topic such as microbial risk assessment and microbiological criteria. Recent techniques based on immunology and genetic for detecting and determining of foodborne microorganisms in food particularly pathogens are also discussed. References Doyle, M.P., Beuchat, L.R. & Montville, T.J. 1997. Food Microbilology: Fundamentals and Frontiers. Washington DC: ASM Press. Forsythe, S. J. 2002. Microbiological Risk Assessment. New York: WileyBlackwell. Fratamico, P. M., Bhunia, A. K. & Smith, J. L. 2005. Foodborne Pathogens: Microbiology and Molecular Biology. New York: Caister Academic Press. International Commission for the Microbiological Specifications of Foods (ICMSF). 2006. Microorganisms in Foods 7: Microbiological Testing in Food Safety Management. New York: Corr.
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Palino, M. V. 2007. Food Microbiology Research Trends. New York: Nova Science Publishers. STKM6122 Experimental Technique in Food Science This course will discuss the basic principles regarding the technique of conducting research in food science. Discussion will also include several methods in conducting experiments commonly practiced in the field of food science, data analysis and concluding experiment outputs along with the use of software to analyse data. This course will emphasize on hands-on practical aspects apart from the theory. References Cornell, J. 2002. Experiments With Mixtures. Florida: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Fellows, P. 2000. Food Processing Technology: Principles & Practice. England: Ellis-Harwood Ltd., Chichester. Montgomery, D.C. 2005. Design and Analysis of Experiments. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Myers, R.H. & Montgomery, D.C. 2002. Response Surface Methodology. Florida: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Paulson, D.S. 2003. Applied Statistical Designs for the Researcher . Marcel Dekker, Inc. New York. STKM6123 Advanced Food Chemistry This course will deliberate on the chemistry of protein, carbohydrate and lipid, pertaining to the chemistry and biochemistry, giving special emphasis on appropriate instrumental analytical techniques to monitor physicochemical properties related to quality. Protein chemistry will be discussed on interaction of protein-water, protein-protein, protein-starch and protein-metal and their importance in food processing. Protein modification technology will also be discussed. Carbohydrate chemistry will cover detailed discussion on the structurefunction relationship, modification and application in food industries. Lipid chemistry will cover topics such as the production of fats, classification of lipid, value added products, polymorphism, fat oxidation, structured lipid by interesterification and application of lipid in food systems. Techniques in fat and oils analysis will also be discussed.
References Akoh, C.C. & Min, D.B. 1998. Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutritions and Biotechnology. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc. Fennema, O.R. 1996. Food Chemistry. 3rd. Ed. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc.
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Gunstone, F. D. & Padley, F. B. 1997. Lipid Technology and Applications. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Hamilton, R. J. 1995. Developments in Oils and Fats. London: Blackie Academic & Professional. Hudson, B.J.F. 1992. Biochemistry of Food Protein. London: Elsevier Science Publ. Ltd. Robyt, J.F. 1998. Essentials of Carbohydrate Chemistry. New York: SpringerVerlag. STKM6243 Food Safety Management Food quality control, total quality management (TQM) and food safety management in food industry will be discussed. This course will also discuss the concept of food risk analysis and food traceability. Students will also be introduced to the development of food laws and standards and the salient features of the Food Act 1983 and Regulations 1985 as well as Malaysian Standards for various food products. The role of Codex Alimentarius Commision in the development of various standards and guidelines pertaining to food production will also be discussed. Students are also exposed to the elements of organization management which are required to develop and administer a product quality assurance system. An effective quality assurance system is required to produce a good and safe product which can meet national and international standards. Principle of food hygiene, Codes of practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, Halal food, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) and ISO9000 will be discussed. The development and administration of the regulations and rules pertaining to quality and safety systems will be covered in this course. References Foster, S.T. 2004. Managing Quality: An Integrative approach. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Prentice Hall. Hoyle, D.2005. ISO9000 Quality Systems Handbook. 5th. Ed. Butterworth Heinemann. Publication. ICMSF. 1988. HACCP In Microbiological Safety and Quality . Oxford: Blackwell Scientific. Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia. 2006. S kim Pensijilan Amalan Pengilangan Yang Baik. Kuala Lumpur: Publication of the Ministry of Health, Malaysia Ministry of Health Malaysia. 2001. Malaysian Certification for HACCP, Guideline for HACCP Certification, Guidelines for HACCP Surveillance Audit, Guidelines for HACCP Compliance Audit, Publication of the Ministry of Health, Malaysia. Moretimore, S. & Wellace, C. 1998. HACCP: A Practical Approach. 2nd. Ed. Maryland : Aspen Publication. STKM6313 Food Quality
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This course will discuss in depth the aspects of quality control in several types of food, with emphasis on foods for both local consumption as well as for export. This course will introduce candidates to the methods of drawing up specifications, standards as well as techniques for measurement of quality characteristics in various types of food, including determination of halal food. The quality and physiological changes relating to ripening and shelf life of tropical fruits will be discussed. Sensory evaluation techniques such as descriptive and quantitative analyses as well as flavor and texture profiling will also be discussed. References Aminah Abdullah. 2000. Prinsip Penilaian Sensori. Bangi: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. International Trade Centre. 1991. Quality Control for the Food Industry: An Introductory Handbook Geneva. UNCTAD/GATT. Lawless, H.T. & Heyman, H. 1998. Sensory Evaluation of Food: Principles and Practices. New York: Chapman & Hall. Maskowitz, H.R. 1985. New Directions for Product Testing and Sensory Analysis of Foods. Wesport, Conn, USA: Food & Nutrition Press, Inc. Marsili, R. 1996. Techniques for Analyzing Food Aroma. New York: Marcel Dekker. Inc. STKM6322 Current Techniques in Food Microbiology In this course, current techniques in food microbiology are exposed to the graduate student. It includes the detection, identification and characterization of different techniques in food microbiology such as nucleic acid-based diagnostic and ELISA. Students are thought the common microbial contaminant in food and risk material of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). They are also exposed to data analysis and molecular epidemiology study from DNA finger printing obtained and explained current developments in nucleic acid-based diagnostic for determination of food contents from aspects of religious (Halal issues), safety, legislation and declaration. Besides that, explanation and problem solving method in issue related to microorganism will be exposed to the students. References John R. Crowther. 2008. Elisa: Theory and Practice (Methods in Molecular Biology. 2nd. Ed. USA: Springer Protocol. Conrad Sachse. 2002. PCR Detection of Microbial Pathogens (Methods in Molecular Biology). First Edition. USA: Humana Press. Ron Fridell. 2001. DNA Fingerprinting: The Ultimate Identity. USA: Childrens Press. STKM6323 Food Processing Operation
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Food processing operation involves a series of unit operations which bring about changes in the raw materials. In an effort to produce food products which are safe, nutritious and stable, knowledge of the food product as well as the combination of the processing operation units are of utmost importance. This course discusses the physical and chemical properties of food and the operation units involved in raw material preparation, size reduction, mixing, forming, thickening, heating processes, frying, micro waving, filtration and extraction. This course will also cover the use of pulsed electric field, high pressure processing and ohmic heating in food processing. References Brennan, J.G., J.R. Butters, N.D. Cowell & A.W. Lilly. 1993. Food Engineering Operations. London: Applied Science Publ. Ltd. Erickson, D.R. 1990. Edible Fats and Oils Processing: Basic Principles and Modern Practices. Illinois: AOCS. Fellows, P. 2000. Food Processing Technology: Principles & Practice. Chichester, England: Ellis-Harwood Ltd. Fennema, O.R. 1996. Food Chemistry. 2nd. Ed. New York.Marcel-Dekker Publ. Inc., Singh, R.P. 1998. Introduction To Food Engineering. New York: Academic Press. STKM6423 Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods This course starts with the discussion on the chemistry of the major food components, namely fats/oils, carbohydrate and protein, followed by chemical modifications to improve their functionality. The basic principle in food enzymology (classification, kinetics, industrial production and immobilization techniques of enzymes will also be explained. Chemical and biochemical changes in raw foods (meat & fish, fruits & vegetables, cereal, milk), chemistry and biochemistry of food processing (browning reaction, brewing, baking, cheese & yoghurt), also chemistry and biochemistry of food spoilage (enzymatic browning, off-flavour) will also be discussed. At the end of the course, application of enzymes in food processing, especially those related to the production of functional foods based on protein (flavor: protein hydrolisate, plastein reaction; texture: cross-linking), carbohydrate (glucose syrups, maltodextrin, cyclodextrins), fats/oils (MAG, DAG, structured lipids), carbohydrate-lipid (sugar esters/polyesters: emulsifiers, fat substitute) and fruit/vegetable juices will be explained in detail.
References Belitz H. D., Grosch, W., Schieberle, P. & Burghagen, M. M. 2004. Food Chemistry. 3rd. revised Ed. Berlin: Springer-Verlag.
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Damodaran, S., Pakin, K. & Fennema, O. R. 2007. Food Chemistry. 4th. Ed. Boca Raton: CRS Press. Eskin, N. M. & Cogan, U. 2008. Biochemistry of Foods. London: Academic Press. Hui, Y. H., Wai-Kit Nip, Nollet, M. L., Paliyath, G. & Simpson, B. K. 2006. Food Biochemistry and Food Processing. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell. Whitaker, J. R., Voragen, A. G. J. & Wong, W. S. 2002. Handbook of Food Enzymology. Boca Raton: CRS Press. STKM6523 Food Microbiology and Toxicology The course aims to provide knowledge of microorganisms in food. These include the charactertistics of microorganism, basic components and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Student are also exposed to characteristerics of food bacteria, fungi, viruses and risk materials and their impact on human, animal and plant health. They are taught on the requirement of microbial growth and metabolisms and their physical and chemical control in food. Various microbiological methods for the examnation of foods will be informed and the effects of food hygiene and safety practices for food poisoning control will be highlighted. The role of microorganisms in industry and food spoilage will be lectured. The understanding of toxicology related to mcroorganisms, plants, algae, heavy metals and pesticides and their effect to human, animal and plant will also be described. References Joseph W. L., Gerhart, D. & Hans, G. S. 1999. Biology of The Prokaryotes. Thieme Stuttgart New York: Blackwell Science. Batzing, B.L. 2002. Microbiology: An Introduction. Brooks/Cole Thomson Learning. Alexopoulos, C.J., Mims, C.W. & Blackwell, M. 1996. Introductory Mycology. 4th. Ed. John Wiley & Sons. STKM6623 Food Processing and Preservation This course will discuss aspects of processing that is commonly used in producing food products. Discussion will include processing steps from raw material up to finished product. Among others, the processing steps are grading, size reduction, cleaning, mixing, labeling and others. Apart from that, processing steps intended to preserve foods will all be discussed. The preservation steps to be discussed include high temperature preservation, low temperature preservation, water activity and drying, use of chemical preservatives and packaging. References Brennan, J.G., J.R. Butters, N.D. Cowell & A.W. Lilly. 2000. Food Engineering Operations. London: Applied Science Publ. Ltd.
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Fellows, P. 2000. Food Processing Technology: Principles & Practice. Chichester, England: Ellis-Harwood Ltd., Ibarz, A. & Barbosa-Canovas, G.V. 2002. Unit Operations in Food Engineering. CRC Press. Singh, R.P. 2001. Introduction to Food Engineering. New York: Academic Press. Toledo, R.T. 2002. Fundamentals of Food Process Engineering. New York: Chapman & Hall. STKM6712 Food and Nutritional Toxicology This course discusses the basic and applied concepts of food and nutritional toxicology. Emphasis will be given on the absorption, distribution, metabolism (biotransformation) and excretion of food toxicants. Several natural and environmental toxicants will also be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on the mechanism, control and elimination of food toxicity. References Amdur, M.O., Doull, J. & Klaasen, C.D. 1993. Casarett and Doull's Toxicology: The Basic Science of Poison. New York: McGraw Hill, Inc. Hodgson, E. 2004. A Textbook of Modern Toxicology. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New Jersey. Kotsonis, F.N., Mackey, M. & Hjelle, J. 1994. Nutritional Toxicology. New York: Raven Press Ltd. Maga, J.A. & Tu, A.T. 1995. Food Additive Toxicology. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Miller, K. 1987. Toxicological Aspec of Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutritions and Biotechnology. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc. Watson, D.H. 1987. Natural Toxicants in Food, Progress and Prospects . Chichester: VCH Ellis Horwood. STKM6722 Food Packaging This course will cover the basic aspects of food packaging. Emphasis will be placed on the types of packaging materials available, their properties such as absorbency, tensile strength and the interaction between the food product and its packaging material. Methods of packaging, the role of packaging during transportation of foods and labeling will be discussed. The importance of packaging in food preservation and protection of food from spoilage and contamination during storage and transportation will be covered too. The properties of packaging materials which come into direct contact with food, controlled or modified atmosphere packaging and water, oxygen and carbon dioxide absorption materials will also be discussed. References Bureau, G. & Multon, J.L. 1996. Food Packaging Technology. New York: VCH Publ. Inc. 148
Brody, L.A. & March, K.S. 1997. The Wiley Encyclopedia of Packaging Technology. New York: Wiley, John & Sons Incorporated. Parry, P.T. 1993. Principles and Applications of Modified Atmosphere Packaging of Food. New York: Blackie Academik & Professional. Robertson, G.L. 1993. Food Packaging: Principles and Practice. New York: Marcel Dekker. Soroka, W. 1995. Fundalmentals of Packaging Technology. Herndorn, Virginia: Institute of Packaging Professionals. STKM6723 Nutritional Biochemistry Emphasis will be given to distribution, requirement, absorption, nutritional roles, metabolism and homeostatic mechanisms of mineral and its interrelationship with other nutrients. Discussion on vitamins includes function, requirements, metabolism, anti vitamins, deficiency and toxicity symptoms. Digestion, absorption and metabolism of carbohydrate, protein and fat will also be discussed References Linder M.C. 1985. Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism with Clinical Applications. New York: Elsevier. Mahan, L.K. & Stump, S.E. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. Canada: Saunders Elsevier. Morat, P. 1986. Pengenalan Fisiologi Gastrousus. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. Stipunk, M.H. 2000. Biochemical and Physiological Aspect of Human Nutrition . Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders. Suriah Abd. Rahman. 2004. Memahami Pemakanan. 2nd. Ed. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka STKM6973 Research Project I Students are required to conduct a research project related to food science. This project will be conducted in two consecutive semesters. Title of the project will be provided by appointed supervisor. Evaluation of research project I will be based on written proposal, proposal presentation and progress throughout the semester. STKM6986 Research Project II Research Project II is the continuation of Research Project I. Upon completion of the project, the students will prepare a dissertation and defend its content during result presentation and oral examination. Regulation on preparations of the dissertation are stipulated in The UKM Style Guide.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (NUTRITION)

Introduction
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The Nutrition programme offers a Master of Science degree by thesis and course work. The candidates in this field of specialization will be trained on the importance of nutrition in health and the complexity of nutritional problems. Nutrition is also closely linked to food production and safety. The Master of Science (Nutrition) Programme complements the Doctor of Philosophy programme that comprises only research work. Graduates from this programme will possess sound knowledge in the field of Nutrition. It is hoped that these graduates will apply the gained knowledge in areas of research and production of nutritious foods, food safety and quality, food regulations as well as food and nutrition educational programmes.
Entry Requirements
Candidates applying for graduate degree study should possess the following qualifications: a) Bachelor of Science degree (Food Science and Nutrition, Nutrition or Dietetics) with a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia or any universities approved by the Senate, or b) Other equivalent qualification to a Bachelor's degree in Science or other qualification such as experiences approved by the Senate; or c) Candidates who do not fulfill the minimum CGPA requirements may be considered on the basis of their experience in research in related fields.
Type of Programmes
The Master of Science (Nutrition) degree offers two types of study programme: Thesis Course work PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE (PEO) PEO1: Provide in-depth knowledge in the field of food science and technology. PEO2: Develop the ability to conduct independent research to meet the challenges in the food industry.
PROGRAMME OUTCOME (PO) PO1: Mastery of advanced knowledge to conduct research in nutrition.
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PO2: PO3: PO4: PO5: PO6: PO7: PO8: PO9:
Having in-depth technical competence in the field of nutrition. Ability to identify and solve problems in nutritional research. Ability to utilize scientific methods to design, conduct, analyze and interpret research data. Understanding of issues and needs related to ethics, society, culture and environment as a professional nutritionist. Competent in both oral and written communication. Ability to function effectively as an individual and in a group with the capacity to be a leader as well as an effective team member. Recognizing the need for lifelong learning and possessing the capacity to do so. Ability to acquire entrepreneurial and managerial skills to fulfill the community needs.
Programme Structure
Thesis All candidates of this programme have to register and pass 14 credit hours of courses to fulfill the requirement for graduation. From the 14 credit hours of courses, 4 credit hours core Faculty and 10 credit hours for core programme. The list of the courses are: STPD6014 Research Methodology and select 10 credit hours from the list:Semester I STKM6033 STKM6122 STKM6223 STKM6313 STKM6413 STKM6712 Semester II STKM6063 STKM6213 STKM6222 STKM6243 STKM6333 Food Additive Substance Applied Nutrition Nutrient and Drug Interactions Food Safety Management Diet Therapy Advanced Science of Fats and Oils Experiment Techniques in Food Science Research Techniques in Nutrition Food Quality Nutrition and Aging Food and Nutrition Toxicology
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Course work All candidates of this programme have to register and pass 40 credit hours, of which 29 credit hours are from core courses and 11 credit hours from elective courses. Students may take any of the elective courses to fulfill the requirement. Prerequisite Course Candidates who do not have training in Nutrition are required to take prerequisite as listed below and pass with a grade B minimum in each course before being eligible to enter a Master programme. The list of the courses are:STKM6423 STKM6723 STKM6823 STKM6923
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Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods Nutritional Biochemistry Nutrition and Health Developmental Nutrition
CORE COURSES STPD6014 STKM6223 Research Methodology Research Techniques in Nutrition Food Quality Food and Nutrition Toxicology Research Project I ELECTIVE COURSES TOTAL
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STKM6033 Science of Fat and Oil STKM6122 Experimental Techniques in 20 Food Science STKM6413 Nutrition and Aging
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STKM6213 Applied Nutrition STKM6222 Nutrient and Drug Interactions STKM6333 Diet Therapy STKM6986 Research Project II 29
STKM6063 Food Additives 20 STKM6243 Food Safety Management
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Courses Offered STPD6014 Research Methodology
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STKM6033 STKM6063 STKM6122 STKM6213 STKM6222 STKM6223 STKM6243 STKM6313 STKM6333 STKM6413 STKM6712 STKM6923 STKM6973 STKM6986
Science of Fats and Oils Food Additives Experimental Techniques in Food Science Applied Nutrition Nutrient and Drug Interactions Research Techniques in Nutrition Food Safety Management Food Quality Diet Therapy Nutrition and Aging Food and Nutritional Toxicology Developmental Nutrition Research Project I Research Project II
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STKM6033 Science of Fats and Oils This course discusses fat and oil processing to produce value added products. These include fractionation, hydrogenation, transesterification and blending to produce emulsifiers (sugar esters, DAG, MAG) and specialty fats (structured lipids, confectionary fats, shortenings). In addition, polymorphic characteristics of fats and oils and their importance in fat migration, compatibility and formation of fat bloom will also be discussed. The physico-chemical changes in fats and oils during cooking will also be explained. The role of dietary fats and oils in health and diseases (coronary heart diseases, obesity) will be explained. References Akoh, C.C. & Min, D.B. 1998. Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutrition, and Biotechnology. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Garti, N. & Sato, K. 1988. Crystallization and Polimorphism of Fats and Fatty Acids. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Gunstone, F.D. & Padley, F.B. 1997. Lipid Technologies and Applications. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. Gunstone F.D., Harwood, J.L. & Padley, F.B. 1995. The Lipid Handbook. Ed. ke2. London: Chapman & Hall. Hamilton, R.J. 1995. Developments in Oils and Fats. London: Blakie Academic & Professional. STKM6063 Food Additives This course discusses the chemical reactions involve in natural food flavour formation from plants and animals as well as via food processing techniques. The
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method to isolate, separate and identify flavour compounds will also be discussed. Emphasis will be given on identification of off- flavours defects in foods and propose ways of preventing them. The synthetic and natural identical flavourings will be addressed in the course. Students will be given group assignment/project to apply flavourings to various formulated systems. References Ashurst, P.R. 1991. Food Flavourings. London: Blackie & Sons Publ. Bredie, W.L.P. & Petersen, M.A. 2006. Flavour Science: Recent Advances and Trends. Amsterdam: Elsevier. Ho, C.T. & Manley, C.H. 1993. Flavour Measurement. New York: Marcel Dekker, INC. Taylor, A.J. 2002. Food Flavour Technology. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press Ltd. Taylor, A.J. & Hort, J. 2007. Modifying Flavour in Food. Cambridge: Woodhead Publishing Limited. STKM6122 Experimental Techniques in Food Science This course will discuss the basic principles regarding the technique of conducting research in food science. Discussion will also include several methods in conducting experiments commonly practiced in the field of food science, data analysis and concluding experiment outputs along with the use of software to analyse data. This course will emphasize on hands-on practical aspects apart from the theory. References Cornell, J. 2002. Experiments With Mixtures. Florida: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Fellows, P. 2000. Food Processing Technology: Principles & Practice. England: Ellis-Harwood Ltd., Chichester. Montgomery, D.C. 2005. Design and Analysis of Experiments. New York: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Myers, R.H. & Montgomery, D.C. 2002. Response Surface Methodology. Florida: John Wiley & Sons. Inc. Paulson, D.S. 2003. Applied Statistical Designs for the Researcher . Marcel Dekker, Inc. New York. STKM6213 Applied Nutrition This course discussed the food habit of ethnic groups in Malaysia. Several nutrition related programs in Malaysia will also be discussed. The students will be exposed to field work in relation to nutrition where the students will be involved in planning, implementing, teaching and evaluating of project conducted. References 154
Endres, J.B. 1999. Community Nutrition: Challenges and Opportunities. New Jersey: Prentice Hall. Garrow, J.S., James, W.P.T. & Ralph, A. 2000. Human Nutrition and Dietetics. 10th. Ed. Edinburg:Churchill Livingstone. Mahan, L.K. & Stump, S.E. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. 11th. Ed. Canada: Saunders Elsevier. Smolin, L.A & Grosvenor, M. B. 2000. Nutrition: Science and Applications. 3rd. Ed. Phildelphia: Saunders Co. Stipunk, M.H. 2000. Biochemical and Physiological Aspect of Human Nutrition . Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders. STKM6222 Nutrient and Drug Interactions This course discusses the effects of nutrient on the efficacy and toxicity of drugs. Students will be exposed to the influence of drugs on the absorption, distribution and metabolism of nutrients. Emphasis will be given on the influence of drugs such as alcohol and food. The interactive effects of food additives and supplements with drugs on certain diseases will also be addressed. References Boullata, J.I. & Armenti, V. T. (eds.). 2000. Handbook of Drug-Nutrient Interactions. New York: Springer-Verlag. Lininger, S. W. 1999. A-Z Guide To Drug-Herb and Vitamin Interaction. New York: Prima Communications, Inc. Mahan, L. K. & Escott-Stump, S. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. Missouri: Saunders Elsevier, Pub. McCabe, B. J., Wolfe, J. J. & Frankel, E. H. 2003. Handbook of Food-Drug Interactions. Florida: CRC Boca Raton. Meckling, K. A. 2007. Nutrient-Drug Interactions. Florida: CRC/Taylor & Francis. Pronsky, Z. M. et al. 1995. Food-Medication Interactions. Pottstown, PN: Food Medication Interactions Pub. STKM6223 Research Techniques in Nutrition This course discusses the techniques commonly used in biological assay of food proteins and nutritional evaluation using small animals and in vitro studies. The principals of research technique in nutrition is introduced whereby students will be able to carry out experiments using animals to conduct bioassays, PER and digestibility studies. Students will be exposed to the research ethics, management of the laboratory for animal studies, appreciate the handling of small animals and work in group to achieve results. Research techniques involving surveys and clinical studies will also be covered in this course. References
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Akins, C. K., Panicker S. & Cunningham, C. L. (eds.) 2004. Laboratory Animals In Research And Teaching: Ethics, Care, And Methods. Washington, D.C.: APA Choo, S.C. & Liu, J.P. 1998. Design and Analysis of Clinical Trials: Concept and Methodologies. New York: John Wiley & Sons. FAO/WHO. 1985. Energy and Protein Requirements. Tech. Rep. Ser. No. 724. Geneva:WHO. James, W.P.T. & Schofield E.C. 1990. Human Energy Requirements. A Manual for Planners and Nutritionists. Oxford: Oxford Medical Public. Langley, G. 1989. Animal Experimentation: The Consensus Changes. Hamsphire: the Macmillan Press. STKM6243 Food Safety Management Food quality control, total quality management (TQM) and food safety management in food industry will be discussed. This course will also discuss the concept of food risk analysis and food traceability. Students will also be introduced to the development of food laws and standards and the salient features of the Food Act 1983 and Regulations 1985 as well as Malaysian Standards for various food products. The role of Codex Alimentations Commission in the development of various standards and guidelines pertaining to food production will also be discussed. Students are also exposed to the elements of organization management which are required to develop and administer a product quality assurance system. An effective quality assurance system is required to produce a good and safe product which can meet national and international standards. Principle of food hygiene, Codes of practice, Good Manufacturing Practice, Halal food, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) and ISO9000 will be discussed. The development and administration of the regulations and rules pertaining to quality and safety systems will be covered in this course. References Foster, S.T. 2004. Managing Quality: An Integrative Approach. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Prentice Hall Hoyle, D. 2005. ISO9000 Quality Systems Handbook. 5th. Ed. Butterworth Heinemann. Publication ICMSF. 1988. HACCP in Microbiological Safety and Quality . Oxford: Blackwell Scientific Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia. 2006. S kim Pensijilan Amalan Pengilangan Yang Baik. Kuala Lumpur: Publication of the Ministry of Health, Malaysia Ministry of Health Malaysia. 2001. Malaysian Certification for HACCP, Guideline for HACCP Certification, Guidelines for HACCP Surveillance Audit, Guidelines for HACCP Compliance Audit, Publication of the Ministry of Health, Malaysia.
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Moretimore, S. & Wellace, C. 1998. HACCP: A Practical Approach. 2nd. Ed. Maryland : Aspen Publication STKM6313 Food Quality This course will discuss in depth the aspects of quality control in several types of food, with emphasis on foods for both local consumption as well as for export. This course will introduce candidates to the methods of drawing up specifications, standards as well as techniques for measurement of quality characteristics in various types of food, including determination of halal food. The quality and physiological changes relating to ripening and shelf life of tropical fruits will be discussed. Sensory evaluation techniques such as descriptive and quantitative analyses as well as flavor and texture profiling will also be discussed. References Aminah Abdullah. 2000. Prinsip Penilaian Sensori. Bangi: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia International Trade Centre. 1991. Quality Control for the Food Industry: An Introductory handbook Geneva. UNCTAD/GATT. Lawless, H.T. & Heyman, H. 1998. Sensory Evaluation of Food: Principles and Practices. New York: Chapman & Hall. Maskowitz, H.R. 1985. New Directions for Product Testing and Sensory Analysis of Foods. Wesport, Conn, USA: Food & Nutrition Press, Inc. Marsili, R. 1996. Techniques for Analyzing Food Aroma. New York: Marcel Dekker. Inc. STKM6333 Diet Therapy This course covers the aspects of nutrition which are the foundations for treatment of certain pathological conditions. Good nutrition can assist the recovery of patients suffering from acute and chronic diseases by alleviating problems such as stress, trauma, infection, metabolic changes and the after effects of surgery. Students will be exposed to the physiology of diseases and various aspects of nutrition such as enteral and parenteral nutrition as well as nutrition for diseases of the intestines, liver and kidneys. Nutrition for conditions such as cancer, diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, food allergy and others will also be covered in this course. References Aminah Abdullah. 2000. Prinsip Penilaian Sensori. Bangi: Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia International Trade Centre. 1991. Quality Control for the Food Industry: An Introductory handbook Geneva. UNCTAD/GATT. Lawless, H.T. & Heyman, H. 1998. Sensory Evaluation of Food: Principles and Practices. New York: Chapman & Hall.
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Maskowitz, H.R. 1985. New Directions for Product Testing and Sensory Analysis of Foods. Wesport, Conn, USA: Food & Nutrition Press, Inc. Marsili, R. 1996. Techniques for Analyzing Food Aroma. New York: Marcel Dekker. Inc. STKM6413 Nutrition and Aging This course discusses the elderly demographic pattern, theories related to ageing process and factors influencing ageing process such as environment, social, psychology, biology and physiology. Malnutrition problems faced by elderly, nutritional need and dietary managements well as functional and quality of life will also be discussed. Students will be exposed to the various facilities and institution available for the elderly in Malaysia. References Mahan, L.K. & Stump, S.E. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. 11th. Ed. Canada: Saunders Elsevier. Morley, J.E. & Thomas, D.R. 2007. Geriatric Nutrition. New York: CRC Press. Perlmutter, M & Hall, E. 1992. Adult Development and Aging. 2nd. Ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Roe, D. A. 1987. Geriatric NUTRITION. 2nd. Ed. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall, Inc. Suriah Abdul Rahman. 2001. Pemakanan Wargatua. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka. STKM6423 Chemitry and Biochemistry of Foods This course starts with the discussion on the chemistry of the major food components, namely fats/oils, carbohydrate and protein, followed by chemical modifications to improve their functionality. The basic principle in food enzymology (classification, kinetics, industrial production and immobilization techniques of enzymes will also be explained. Chemical and biochemical changes in raw foods (meat & fish, fruits & vegetables, cereal, milk), chemistry and biochemistry of food processing (browning reaction, brewing, baking, cheese & yoghurt), also chemistry and biochemistry of food spoilage (enzymatic browning, off-flavour) will also be discussed. At the end of the course, application of enzymes in food processing, especially those related to the production of functional foods based on protein (flavor: protein hydrolisate, plastein reaction; texture: cross-linking), carbohydrate (glucose syrups, maltodextrin, cyclodextrins), fats/oils (MAG, DAG, structured lipids), carbohydrate-lipid (sugar esters/polyesters: emulsifiers, fat substitute) and fruit/vegetable juices will be explained in detail. References Belitz H. -D., Grosch, W., Schieberle, P. & Burghagen, M. M. 2004. Food Chemistry. 3rd. revised Ed. Berlin: Springer-Verlag.
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Damodaran, S., Pakin, K. & Fennema, O. R. 2007. Food Chemistry. 4th. Ed. Boca Raton: CRS Press. Eskin, N. M. & Cogan, U. 2008. Biochemistry of Foods. London: Academic Press. Hui, Y. H., Wai-Kit Nip, Nollet, M. L., Paliyath, G. & Simpson, B. K. 2006. Food Biochemistry and Food Processing. Ames: Wiley-Blackwell. Whitaker, J. R., Voragen, A. G. J. & Wong, W. S. 2002. Handbook of Food Enzymology. Boca Raton: CRS Press. STKM6712 Food and Nutritional Toxicology This course discusses the basic and applied concepts of food and nutritional toxicology. Emphasis will be given on the absorption, distribution, metabolism (biotransformation) and excretion of food toxicants. Several natural and environmental toxicants will also be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on the mechanism, control and elimination of food toxicity. References Amdur, M.O., Doull, J. & Klaasen, C.D. 1993. Casarett and Doull's Toxicology: The Basic Science of Poison. New York: McGraw Hill, Inc. Hodgson, E. 2004. A Textbook of Modern Toxicology. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New Jersey. Kotsonis, F.N., Mackey, M. & Hjelle, J. 1994. Nutritional Toxicology. New York: Raven Press Ltd. Maga, J.A. & Tu, A.T. 1995. Food Additive Toxicology. New York:Marcel Dekker, Inc. Miller, K. 1987. Toxicological Aspec of Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutritions and Biotechnology. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc. Watson, D.H. 1987. Natural Toxicants in Food, Progress and Prospects . Chichester: VCH Ellis Horwood. STKM6723 Nutritional Biochemistry Emphasis will be given to distribution, requirement, absorption, nutritional roles, metabolism and homeostatic mechanisms of mineral and its interrelationship with other nutrients. Discussion on vitamins includes function, requirements, metabolism, anti vitamins, deficiency and toxicity symptoms. Digestion, absorption and metabolism of carbohydrate, protein and fat will also be discussed
References Linder M.C. 1985. Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism with Clinical Applications. New York: Elsevier.
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Mahan, L.K. & Stump,S.E. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. Canada: Saunders Elsevier. Morat, P. 1986. Pengenalan Fisiologi Gastrousus. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka Stipunk, M.H. 2000. Biochemical and Physiological Aspect of Human Nutrition . Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders. Suriah Abd. Rahman. 2004. Memahami Pemakanan. 2nd. Ed. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka STKM6823 Nutritional and Health The evaluation of nutritional status using anthropometric measurements, food intake and biochemical analysis will be explained. Malnutrition problem and related diseases will be discussed. Topics such as food habit and taboo, food programme and current issues pertaining food are also discussed. Laboratory activities related to the individual nutrition level evaluation such as anthropometry, food intake and biochemistry analysis methods will be carried out. The students will be exposed to the usage of computer software to analyze their daily food intake. Studies on activity pattern will be determined by using the time and movement method. Biochemical analyses will be carried out on urine and blood samples using specific equipments. References Lee, R.D., Nieman, D.C. & Nieman, D. 2002. Nutritional Assessment. 3rd. Ed. Boston: WCB/McGraw Hill Publishing. Mahan, L.K. & Stump, S.E. 2008. Krause's Food & Nutrition Therapy. Canada: Saunders Elsevier. Smolin, L.A. & Grosvenor, M.N. 2000. Nutrition : Science and Application. 3rd. Ed. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders Company. Tee, E.S., Mohd. Ismail, N., Mohd. Nasir, A. & Khatijah, I. 1997. Nutrient Composition of Malaysian Foods. Malaysian Food Composition Database Programme. Kuala Lumpur: Institute for Medical Research. Whitney, E.N., Cataldo, C.B. & Rolfes, S.R. 2002. Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition. 3rd. Ed. United States of America: Wadsworth Publishing Company.
STKM6923 Developmental Nutrition Various aspects of nutrition and the related problems at various stages of human physiological development and throughout life cycle will be discussed. The process of growth and development in infants and children increased nutritional 160
demand during pregnancy, lactating, infant, children and teenagers as well as the maintenance of a good health status in adult and elderly people. References Beal, V.A. 1990. Nutrition in The Life Span. New York : John Wiley & Sons. Kretchmer, N & Zimmermann, M. 1997. Developmental Nutrition. London: Allyn and Bacon. Mahan. K.L & Arlin, M.T. 1992. K rause's Food, Nutrition and Diet Therapy . Ed. ke-8. Philadelphia : W. B. Saunders Company. Poskitt, E. M. E. 1988. Practical Paediatric Nutrition. London : Butterworth & Co. Suriah Abdul Rahman & Tengku Aizan Hamid. 2001. Pemakanan Warga Tua. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. STKM6973 Research Project I Students are required to conduct a research project related to nutrition. This project will be conducted in two consecutive semesters. Title of the project will be provided by appointed supervisor. Evaluation of research project I will be based on written proposal, proposal presentation and progress throughout the semester. STKM6988 Research Project II Research Project II is the continuation of Research Project I. Upon completion of the project, the students will prepare a dissertation and defend its content during result presentation and oral examination. Regulation on preparations of the dissertation are stipulated in The UKM Style Guide.
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