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Dairy Lab Analyst Training

Join us for a comprehensive three-day program to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in essential bacteriological and chemical methods used in Grade A milk laboratories. This course combines lectures with hands-on applications, focusing on techniques required by the NCIMS/FDA Grade A Milk Program.

What You Will Learn:

  • Cultural Procedures: Gain expertise in the fundamental cultural procedures used to isolate and identify microorganisms in milk samples, ensuring accurate results for quality control.
  • Plating Techniques: Master plating methods to effectively grow and evaluate microbial colonies, which is a critical step in assessing milk safety and quality.
  • Detection of Inhibitory Substances: Learn how to detect and interpret the presence of inhibitory substances that may affect microbial growth and influence test outcomes.
  • Abnormal Milk Testing: Understand the methods for testing and identifying abnormalities in milk, including off-flavors, spoilage, and other quality issues.
  • Phosphatase Testing: Explore techniques for phosphatase testing, a key procedure to verify proper pasteurization and ensure milk safety.
  • Quality Control Procedures: Develop skills in other essential procedures for quality control in milk laboratories, aligning with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Program Highlights:

  • Expert Lectures: Benefit from in-depth lectures delivered by experienced professionals, covering theoretical concepts and practical applications.
  • Hands-On Application: Participate in practical exercises to apply the techniques learned, reinforcing your understanding and skills in a real-world context.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure your laboratory practices meet the standards set by the NCIMS/FDA Grade A Milk Program, focusing on maintaining compliance and high-quality standards.

Who Should Attend:

  • Regulatory professionals involved in milk safety and quality assurance
  • Industry personnel working in milk production and testing
  • Laboratory technicians and analysts in dairy-related fields
  • Anyone allied with the dairy industry seeking to enhance their technical skills

Overview

The three-day program offers a combination of lectures and practical applications on basic bacteriological and chemical methods used in Grade A milk laboratories. These include cultural procedures, plating, detection of inhibitory substances, abnormal milk testing, phosphatase testing, and other procedures important to laboratory quality control. The techniques and methods taught are those required by the NCIMS/FDA Grade A Milk Program.
 

Agenda

  • Good Laboratory Practices
  • Cultural Procedures
  • SPC
  • Coliforms
  • Simplified Count Methods
  • Lab Sessions
  • Appendix N
  • Detection of Inhibitory Substances
  • Manufacturer Test Demonstrations
    • Charm
    • Idexx
  • Abnormal Milk Testing
  • DMSCC
  • DMC

Fees

  • Tuition is $725-$880 for in-state registrants
  • Tuition is $880-$1,100 for out-of-state registrants

Course Dates

  • May 20-22,205,  In-person, Cornell University

Course Contact

Louise Felker
Louise Felker

Extension Support Specialist

Dairy Foods Extension

Louise Felker