This programme introduces new areas of dairy manufacturing for those individuals who are employed within the industry as specialists in manufacturing, laboratory, quality, logistics, technical, or other relevant areas. The programme provides students with skills and knowledge in the dairy industry, and is a pathway to career advancement.

 

Delivery

The New Zealand Diploma in Dairy Processing programme is delivered over a two year period, by well-recognised and experienced dairy industry experts. Classes comprise a mixture of lectures, interactive learnings, group and individual research, case studies and practical activities.

 

There are 3 x three week block courses each year delivered at the Wintec Hamilton City Campus, which is located in the centre of Hamilton City. 

 

Some targeted off site visits are also organised to enhance the learning environment.

 

Summary

This programme introduces new areas of dairy manufacturing for those individuals who are employed within the industry as specialists in manufacturing, laboratory, quality, logistics, technical, or other relevant areas. The programme provides students with skills and knowledge in the dairy industry, and is a pathway to career advancement.

 

Online student learning

Approximately six hours per week. Online teaching and learning support will be provided between teaching blocks and there will be online tasks and activities to complete in a sequential manner.

 

To complete this programme of study, all students will need access to a computer with internet access (either at home or at work) for the entirety of the programme.

 

Induction session

There will be an introductory induction session on the first day of class.

During the first teaching block students will receive:

• Information about the structure and format of the programme

• Instruction in the use of moodle (online teaching and learning platform) to access class notes, quizzes, activities and other teaching and learning resources between teaching blocks

• Information about Wintec laboratory health and safety requirements.