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Food Systems; Food Quality

Class Number: 10090129_2252_23250_01
Offering Status:
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-090-129 FOOD SYSTEMS; FOOD QUALITY... compare traditional food systems (heirloom breeds, grass-fed beef) with modern production, processing, additives, packaging, transportation, marketing, price, distribution and fast food. Evaluate how these factors influence individual and societal health.

Course Typically Offered

  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Compare the current food system with historical ways people obtained food.
  2. Examine health and safety standards & regulations and their role in the food system.
  3. Evaluate four segments of the food system; production, processing, distribution, and consumption.
  4. Determine if the food system plays a role in climate change.
  5. Evaluate the role of nutrition in judging the quality of various foods.
  6. Critique the role of the consumer regarding nutrition, quality, and safety.
  7. Predict the economic impact of local foods on the local economy.
  8. Propose a new sustainable food system.
  9. Project your role in a new, sustainable food system.

Class Details

Class Number:
10090129_2252_23250_01
Location:
Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2025 Spring
Session:
8W2
Estimated Cost:
$332.70 *

Class Notes

  • May join live via WebEx or in-person in the classroom
  • This class is taught through a combination of in-person and online instruction. Students will attend live portions of the class at the dates, times, and location specified. The remaining instruction will be accessed anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/blendedfaq.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
3/26/2025 - 5/20/2025 Online
Online
3/26/2025 - 5/14/2025 Wednesday
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM
Web Conference
3/26/2025 - 5/14/2025 Wednesday
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room LH107

* Cost displayed is based on in-state residency. Back to cost