Why did I choose Food Technology:
I chose Food Technology then because of the fact that I love food and I love to cook. However, Bicol University do not offer Culinary or HRM courses, I opted to Food Technology having the perception that this course also caters cooking, etc.
About my college education:
I think during my college years, I find it difficult when you have to deal with so much of the chemistry subjects and most of all Food Engineering subject, and all these were dealt by the students more on theoretical without actual application. But then, I sustained to be in this course because of some light moments (like) where you have to analyze micro biologically all the street foods you usually eat, and find out that these are scrap (eeww). Also there are subjects (some of these are electives) that deal with (sort of) cooking like product development, confectionery, food processing, etc. As I was advancing the academic years, I get to enjoy this course because of it's technicality in the food industry.
For a student to succeed in this course, I think they must have the perseverance, passion to read and research. And more importantly, analytical in all aspects.
My current job:
Currently, I am a Technical Training Officer in one of the leading bakeshop company in the country. I started as Quality Inspector in a canning factory and then became a Quality Assurance Officer in a Bread Plant.
Am I using what I learned in college:
Yes. Very much. I consider myself as employed practicing my profession.
How long did it take to find a job:
After graduation, I spent my summer vacation where I enjoyed after-school activities first before applying for a job. My first application, I was immediately considered and took the post as Quality Inspector. It took me only 2 days to find this job.
Do I recommend studying Food Technology:
There are so much employment opportunities for this course knowing that food is one of the most gigantic industry in the human history. When it comes to salary level, one just have to choose a reputable company to have a good offer.
Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course:
When you choose Food Technology, you must know that this course is not all about cooking. Its about the behavior of food, it's characteristics and it's importance for human. This course deals with all the technicalities of food. And when you choose to study this course, I think school reputation must be exceptionally considered because this course requires a lot of laboratory and hands-on practices.
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