Modification History
April 2012: Minor typographical corrections.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply principles of food science relevant to the production of bakery products. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to the application of technical knowledge of food science as it relates to bakery products. It covers selection and processing of ingredients and production processes in order to maximise quality outcomes. The science of baking processes includes knowledge of how and why reactions occur and specific outcomes achieved, including the skills and knowledge to recognise the cause and effect of these reactions and how to problem solve faults in baking processes. Understanding of these principles is used to inform work in product development, production, testing, communication and problem solving. This unit must be applied to a range of bread, cake and pastry products. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Select and use ingredients to ensure quality outcomes |
1.1 Impact of ingredients on final product is identified and considered in selection, measurement and use 1.2 Processes used in the manufacture of ingredients and their impact on quality are identified and considered in the selection of ingredients 1.3 Types of food additives and corresponding E numbers used in bakery products, their functions and possible reactions are considered in the selection of ingredients 1.4 Reactions and properties of sugars, proteins and fats can be identified and tracked through baking production processes 1.5 Properties of common emulsions, suspensions and solutions and their impacts on quality are considered in the selection of ingredients 1.6 Common chemical reactions and factors required to cause a reaction are managed to control impact on quality 1.7 Legal and quality requirements relating to use of ingredients and food additives are applied 1.8 Knowledge of ingredients, processes and interactions is used to predict product shelf life 1.9 Problems relating to ingredients are identified and addressed |
2. Manage nutritional features of bakery products |
2.1 Public health and environmental hazards relating to bakery products are identified and controlled in bakery production 2.2 Intolerances to foods, artificial and natural additives used in baking products and typical reactions are identified and considered in product development and labelling 2.3 Allergies and autoimmune diseases relating to bakery products and typical reactions are identified and considered in product development and labelling 2.4 Alternative ingredients, production processes and products are selected to cater to customers with intolerance and allergies 2.5 Role of bakery products in diet and their nutritional features are determined 2.6 Regulations regarding nutritional labelling are applied |
3. Control aspects of fermentation |
3.1 Role and science of fermentation in bakery products is identified and process variations applied to achieve different outcomes 3.2 Types of fermentation and features of process are examined and selected according to product requirements 3.3 Role of Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) in fermentation and influences/factors are identified and managed 3.4 Impact of different fermentation processes on the bakery product is considered in selection of production processes |
4. Manage baking processes |
4.1 Role and science of retardation in bakery products is identified and process variations applied to achieve different outcomes 4.2 Role and science of freezing in bakery products is identified and process variations applied to achieve different outcomes 4.3 Impact of temperature, moisture and time on production and product outcome are considered in management of operations 4.4 Impacts of varying baking processes on production and product outcome are considered in production planning and management 4.5 Production problems are identified and addressed 4.6 Processes specified are in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines 4.7 Baking processes are selected and managed to maximise production efficiencies |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills include: |
Ability to:
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Required knowledge includes: |
Knowledge of:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competency in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. Examples could be:
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Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be assessed on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Policies and procedures |
Work is carried out according to company policies and procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements, and industrial awards and agreements and takes account of occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental impacts |
Bakery products |
Bakery products may include:
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Ingredients |
Ingredients may include:
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Autoimmune diseases |
Autoimmune diseases may include:
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Aspects of fermentation |
Aspects of fermentation may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Retail baking |