Department of Food, Nutrition, Dietetics and Health

Teaching

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Dr. Trinetta's teaching responsibilities include:

  • Public Health and Food Safety (FNDH 750)
    Food Microbiology lectureThis course explores the principles of microbiology as they pertain to public health and food safety, examining how microorganisms can contaminate food, water, and the environment, explores the mechanisms of disease transmission, and assesses strategies to mitigate these risks through effective public health measures and food safety practices. Topics include contamination risks, foodborne and waterborne illnesses, sanitation, food handling and regulatory frameworks.

  • Touring Italy through food and wellness
    Italy tourTour is a 13-day intensive study tour that will introduce students to the production of local food products and traditions of Central Italy with particular emphasis on quality, safety and wellness. Students will learn about the harvesting of plant and animal products, the processing of those products, the use of those products in traditional foods and dishes and why Italian people place such a high emphasis on their food. The rich art, history and culture of Italy will also be studied. The course will include preparatory class meetings during spring semester to acquaint students with the locations, the language, the culture and typical food products.