IFT103 - Food Plant Integrated Pest Management
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Subject Title
Food Plant Integrated Pest Management
Subject Description
This subject introduces effective and efficient Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs that prevent, identify, control and eliminate pest issues that may be encountered in food processing plants, warehousing and marketing of food products. Students learn the principles of pest management using the IPM conceptual and practical approach. This includes review of basic information on sanitation, regulatory aspects of food safety, pesticides as well as preventive approaches, pest-proofing and fumigation practices in food industry. Procurement of pest management services and quality assurance through contract administration is also addressed.
Credit Status
One credit toward the Food Manufacturing - Advanced Program.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
- Design IPM programs in compliance with the appropriate laws and regulations.
- Examine the basic biology and behavior of common pests found in food industry.
- Develop strategies to prevent and eliminate common pests based on IPM Decision Rules in keeping with the HACCP model.
- Examine basic pest control practices and Regulations.
- Implement an inspection program to enable pest management programs to be monitored for efficacy and efficiency.
- Advise on procurement and contract administration of pest control services.
Academic Integrity
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Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.
Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecapolytechnic.ca.
Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.
Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.
Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.
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Prerequisite(s)
None
Topic Outline
- History of food safety regulation and pest control: prequisites for effective pest control. The concept of IPM
- Pest management legislation and regulations in Ontario Part 1: The Pesticide Act and Regulations
- Pest management legislation and regulations in Ontario Part 2: understanding pesticides: the label
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Pests: impacts and threats, types of pests: prevention
- Sanitation by design
- Pest control tools and methods
- Cockroaches and flies
- Stored product Insects
- Ants, bees and wasps
- Other insects and arthropods: occasional invaders
- Rodents and other vertebrate pests
- The audit/inspection process: developing checklists and historical databases of pest issues and resolutions:meeting legislative requirements with excellence.
- Pest control services: inhouse vs contractors; contracts, co-operation and contract administration
- IPM processes as part of the master sanitation plan
- Synergy in IPM: the importance of education and co-operation of all staff.
- Final exam
Mode of Instruction
Lectures using powerpoint presentation and handouts, small group discussion and project preparation.
PROJECT:
Prepare a Pest Management Plan for actual workplace, or for a selected food plant, foodservice, or other food operation.
Prescribed Texts
A. Ontario Pesticide Training and Certification Manuals
- Core Manual Ontario Pesticide Exterminator Training
- Structural Manual
B. WHO Manual :Public Health Significance of Urban Pests
- Free e-book http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/98426/E91435.pdf
- This book may also be purchased as a soft cover reference at http://www.renoufbooks.com/bookstore/bookstore.aspx?c=about&m=floor&n=4526419
C. Pest Control Technology Magazine Field Guides (package)_ Field Guides. Ants, Spiders, Beetles 1 & 2, Bird Management http://www.pctonline.com/PCT_Field_Guide_Set.aspx
Reference Material
Mallis Handbook of Pest Control 10th Edition 2011
Excellent reference text. Purchase is optional.
http://www.pctonline.com/Mallis_Handbook_10th_edition.aspx
Instructor will provide resource links to specific topics during the course as part of the learning experience.
Required Supplies
None
Student Progression and Promotion Policy
http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/student-progression-and-promotion-policy.html
Grading Policyhttp://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/grading-policy.html
| A+ | 90% to 100% |
| A | 80% to 89% |
| B+ | 75% to 79% |
| B | 70% to 74% |
| C+ | 65% to 69% |
| C | 60% to 64% |
| D+ | 55% to 59% |
| D | 50% to 54% |
| F | 0% to 49% (Not a Pass) |
| OR | |
| EXC | Excellent |
| SAT | Satisfactory |
| UNSAT | Unsatisfactory |
For further information, see a copy of the Academic Policy, available online (http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academics-and-student-services.html) or at Seneca's Registrar's Offices.(https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/registrar.html).
Modes of Evaluation
- Students must pass the exam to pass the subject.
- Students who pass the term but fail the final exam may, at the discretion of the Promotion Committee, be granted a supplemental exam, the maximum achievable grade for which is D.
Assignments
- Assignments are due at the beginning of the class on which they are due.
- A late penalty of 10% per day is assessed for late assignments, including those not handed in at the beginning of class when due.
- Material will not be accepted after one week following the due date and/or when the marked material is returned to students, whichever comes first.
- Assignments are to be prepared by computer.
Absenteeism and Exams
- Students should be aware that absenteeism almost guarantees an inability to achieve satisfactory grades.
- Students who are absent for an examination due to an emergency (e.g., motor vehicle accident, hospitalization or death in the family) may provide official documentation within five days of the missed exam and be provided a deferred exam at a later date. Official documentation includes a death notice or an original doctor’s certificate identifying the date, length of time expected absence and the specific reason for the absence. Examinations missed without official documentation and approval result in a grade of zero.
- There are no deferred options for missed tests. The value of missed tests, at the discretion of the Faculty, will be added to other evaluation components
English Proficiency
- All written work should demonstrate the following characteristics for clarity and conciseness:
-spelling and punctuation are correct
-sentences are structured correctly
-main ideas are supported with specific, relevant examples and reasons
-work flows logically through supporting statements/paragraphs
-work is arranged in correct format (e.g., as a report, essay)
Format for Assignments
- Students must use the standard, APA style for quoting sources. Help is available at: http://library.senecapolytechnic.ca
LAB COURSES
Laboratory Attendance
The laboratory component is essential and therefore it is strongly recommended that you attend all labs. Any missed labs must be supported with a legal document with three days of the lab. Any student who fails to attend 2 scheduled laboratory classes for a 7 week subject and more than 3 laboratory classes for a 14 week subject will not pass the subject.
Laboratory Safety
Students are required to review and understand the safety procedures and guidelines outlined on the first class and sign the sheet to this effect before beginning work in the laboratory. Students must also wear a lab coat and safety glasses when conducting experiments.
A student who arrives without the proper safety equipment will not be permitted to participant in the lab but will be asked to leave the class. The student will receive no grade for the lab missed.
Grading is based on the following marking scheme:
| Project | 30% |
| Midterm Exam | 30% |
| Final Exam | 40% |
Students are required to complete a project in which they must organize a sanitation program and inspection program for a food plant. The food plant may be selected from specific choices given by the teacher or may be one's own employer. A more specific guideline will be provided.
MINIMUM PERFORMANCE FOR GRADUATION
No student will be eligible to graduate with a Seneca College certificate or diploma if, in more than 30% of the subjects required for graduation, the student has received a "D" grade.
Other Evaluation Considerations
The student is expected to comply with the Safety Rules for working in the laboratory, sign the safety contract, and WILL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES WEAR CONTACT LENSES in the laboratory. The student will know where all safety equipment is located in the laboratory and will be familiar with WHMIS concepts and signage.
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