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Technology and Living
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Food Science and Technology Strand
Family Dimension (compulsory, both strands)
What is a family? Structures and diversity
Value of families and their role in society
Milestones of family life
Social, economic and political change in Hong Kong families
Technological, scientific and environmental change in family life
Fashion, Clothing and Textiles Strand
FST compulsory: Nutrition, Diet and Health Concerns
Carbohydrates: structure, types and functions
Protein: amino acids and functions
Lipids: classification, functions and dietary issues
Vitamins, minerals and water
Nutrient interrelationships
Digestion, absorption and energy metabolism
Balanced diet, dietary guidelines and nutrition labelling
Nutritional disorders, diet-related diseases and meal planning
FST compulsory: Food Preparation Technology
Food commodities: properties and nutritive value
Personal food hygiene, preparation and storage
Heat transfer and cooking methods
Food spoilage and food microbiology
Food poisoning: causes, sources and symptoms
Food preservation: principles and methods
FST compulsory: Consumer Behaviour in Food Choices
Individual, family and cultural factors in food choice
Media, advertising and marketing influences
Science and technology in food: GM food and irradiation
Implications of food choices and sustainable development
FST elective modules
Food heritage, festive and religious foods
Factors shaping food cultures and future market trends
Functional properties of food components
Micro-organisms and fermentation in food processing
Food additives and the International Numbering System
Food processing technology, HACCP and labelling
Food product research: market and company factors
Designing, developing and producing new food products
FCT compulsory: Fashion Design Basics
Design principles and aesthetic value
Fashion design elements: line, shape, texture, pattern, colour
The fashion design process
Design presentation, illustration and CAD
FCT compulsory: Textiles and Clothing Technology
Fibres and materials for clothing and textiles
Fabric construction, colouration and finishing
Fabric quality and performance properties
Pattern construction and ergonomics
Garment construction, fitting and industrial technologies
FCT compulsory: Consumer Behaviour in Clothing Choices
Individual and family factors in clothing choice
Fashion trends, peers and media influence
Culture, environment and green textiles
Implications of clothing choices and sustainable development
FCT elective modules
Cultural value, fashion styles and eras
National costumes and cultural elements in design
Factors shaping fashion trends locally and globally
Fashion designers and total image
Fibre blends and yarns
Dyeing, printing and finishing processes
Quality marks, smart and high-performance textiles
The apparel industry: companies, business environment and market research
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