You are in the official 1997-98 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Enology,
Food Science, and Nutrition
The School of
Agricultural Sciences and Technology
N. JOANNE CAID, Chair
Family and Food Sciences Building, Room 119
(559) 278-2164
B.S. in Food and Nutritional Sciences
Options:
Dietetics and Food Administration
Enology - Wine Production
Food Science
M.S. in Agriculture
Options:
Food Science and Nutrition
Agricultural Chemistry
Minor in Food and Nutritional Sciences
Faculty
N. Joanne Caid, Chair
Marie G. Dunford, Director, Center for Food Science and Nutrition Research
Carlos J. Muller, Director, Enology Program
Coordinators:
Carlos J. Muller
(Graduate, Agricultural Chemistry)
Sandra S. Witte
(Nutrition and Dietetics)
(Graduate, Food Science and Nutrition)
Dennis A. Ferris
Joo K. Kim
Elena F. Kissick
The faculty continue to be recognized for quality hands-on education
as well as scholarly contributions to their academic disciplines. Each student
is assigned to a faculty advisor to maximize the student's educational experience
at California State University, Fresno. The faculty are noted for cooperation
and activity within each industry to prepare and place graduates in their
chosen career.
Join the leader in science, technology, and management. Students majoring within the Department of Enology, Food Science, and Nutrition are prepared for a wide range of professions in the food industry the largest single industry in the United States. California State University, Fresno is centered in the greatest food production and processing area in the world.
Some of the largest and best wine, dairy, and food companies cooperate with the university to provide students with a view of commercial realities in this industry. There is strong demand for dietitians and nutritionists by the health care and foodservice industries. Courses in many other areas such as chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, business, and agricultural economics may be used as electives to achieve individual professional goals.
Instructional Facilities
The department facilities include the Enology Facility, Dairy Processing Plant, Food Preparation and Product Development Laboratories, and Computer Laboratory. These facilities are used by students and faculty to provide a practical education founded on science and technology.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Department of Enology, Food Science, and Nutrition have
enjoyed outstanding employment opportunities in the food industry. Historically,
graduates have been placed in challenging positions with salary advancement
and professional prestige envied by other industries throughout the free
world. The following options are available:
Dietetics and Food Administration. Graduates are prepared for challenging
and rewarding employment in dietetics, nutrition, and foodservice. Employment
is available in hospital dietetics, nutrition consulting, school and community
nutrition, education, commercial and institutional foodservices. By completing
the requirements for this option, students meet the American Dietetics Association
didactic requirements. Completion of an internship or approved program of
study and registration exam is required to become a registered dietitian.
Enology. California is recognized, both nationally and internationally,
as the foremost leader in enology. California State University, Fresno is
one of only two universities in the United States that offers a full program
of study in enology. Enology graduates have taken employment leading to
top positions with prestigious wineries that are recognized as the finest
in California and in the world.
Food Science. Graduates are prepared for an endless variety of employment
opportunities in the food industry, including laboratory, processing, production,
and governmental roles. New product development, management, distribution,
and field service opportunities are present in many scientific, technological,
and business endeavors.
