FBPFST4010 — Apply sensory analysis in food processing
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What an assessment for FBPFST4010 must cover
30 assessable components: 3 elements (12 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Identify the organoleptic properties of food
- 1.1Recognise the five basic tastes (sweet, salty, bitter, sour and umami)
- 1.2Identify the textural properties of food
- 1.3Identify aromas and flavours
- 1.4Recognise the effect of colour on the visual properties of food
2 Confirm and implement procedures for sensory evaluation of a food product
- 2.1Outline the purpose and procedures for various sensory evaluation tests
- 2.2Review the methodology of the sensory evaluation tests
- 2.3Identify the factors influencing sensory evaluation tests
3 Coordinate a sensory analysis panel
- 3.1Instruct panellists on the procedure
- 3.2Prepare samples according to sensory testing protocols
- 3.3Devise or access appropriate recording documentation for the sensory evaluation test
- 3.4Organise panel members and coordinate sensory testing
- 3.5Record the results of the tests for analysis
Performance evidence
- analysing and describing the organoleptic properties of two different foods, including: taste – sweet, salty, bitter, sour and umami, texture, aroma, flavour, colour, visual properties
- implementing procedures for sensory testing
- coordinating a taste panel made up of at least three panellists, and recording the results
Knowledge evidence
- anatomy, physiology and functions of taste and smell to determine sample appearance, texture, aroma and flavour
- the primary flavour characteristics of sweet/sour, umami and bitter/salty
- interaction of sensory activity, including the interaction between taste and smell, and effect of temperature on samples
- associated characteristics of mouth feel and appearance
- the various sensory evaluation tests used in the food processing industry
- principles and purpose of test methods implemented (why they are used and what they demonstrate)
- quality requirements for conducting a taste panel
- descriptive, discriminative and affective sensory methods
- information used to select suitable panellists
- attributes of panellists that could affect the results
- organisational quality procedures for sensory testing
Foundation skills
- Reading: Interpret food testing methodology and practices Interpret food safety guidelines, codes of practice, standards and regulations relevant to a food processing enterprise
- Writing: Document and review sensory food testing results Record test results
- Numeracy: Source, collect and organise data for applying sensory analysis in food processing
- Interact with others: Use effective language and communication skills to facilitate discussions
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Questions about assessing FBPFST4010
What does an assessment tool for FBPFST4010 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FBPFST4010 needs to address all 30 unit components: 3 elements with 12 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for FBPFST4010?
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