Level 1 Food Technology

Level 1 Food Technology – (Full Year Course – Achievement Standards)

This course is perfect for students who are passionate about food, nutrition, and creative design. It combines academic knowledge with practical kitchen skills to help you understand the science and purpose behind food product development.

This course uses Achievement Standards, contributing to NCEA Level 1 and forming a university-approved academic pathway.

What Will You Learn?

• How to design food products using the Technology Design Process

• Food safety and hygiene best practices

• Understanding nutrition and dietary needs

• Exploring cultural influences on food

• Designing for sustainability and ethical impact

Practical Application

• Develop and test food products

• Work independently and in teams to solve real-world food issues

• Reflect and refine your work based on feedback and results

Major Projects

Love Soup Meal Project

• Design and make a freezable, nutritious meal

• Donate your meal to our local food bank, Love Soup

• Show empathy and care for your community

Cultural Bread Product

• Design and create a bread-based product

• Reflect a cultural influence and gift it to one of your teachers

• A project that shows manaakitanga – care and respect for others

Sustainability in Food Design

• Incorporate eco-friendly choices in ingredients, packaging, upcycling and waste

• Learn how food technology can support a healthier planet

Skills You Will Develop

• Creative thinking and food product innovation

• Understanding of nutrition and cultural influences

• Safe food handling and hygiene

• Designing for clients, purpose, and values

• Reflective thinking and continuous improvement

• Time management and independence

Important Notes

• This is an academic pathway course with Achievement Standard

• You must participate in both theory and practical sessions

• If you have food allergies, you must discuss an action plan with the HOD before starting