Description
Course Duration
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Total Duration: 3–6 months (flexible options available)
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Mode of Delivery: Classroom lectures, practical workshops, and industry visits (or online modules, if applicable)
Course Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will:
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Understand the structure and composition of wheat grains.
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Learn the complete wheat flour milling process, from cleaning to packaging.
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Gain expertise in milling machinery operation and maintenance.
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Develop skills in flour quality assessment and testing.
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Study food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards in milling.
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Explore innovations in milling technology and sustainable practices.
Course Modules
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Introduction to Wheat and Milling Industry
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Wheat varieties and their milling properties
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Global milling industry overview
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Wheat Cleaning and Conditioning
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Grain reception, storage, and pre-cleaning
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Tempering and moisture adjustment
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Flour Milling Process
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Break, reduction, and sizing systems
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Roller milling and sifting techniques
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Flour Quality and Testing
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Analytical methods (ash content, moisture, gluten, etc.)
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Rheological testing (farinograph, extensograph)
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Milling Machinery & Maintenance
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Roller mills, purifiers, and plansifters
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Troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
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By-Product Management
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Bran, germ, and other by-products utilization
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Food Safety & Regulations
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HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards
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Compliance with local and international regulations
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Emerging Trends in Milling Technology
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Automation, AI, and energy-efficient milling
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Sustainable and eco-friendly milling practices
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Who Should Attend?
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Mill operators, technicians, and production supervisors
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Quality control and assurance professionals
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Grain processing and food industry professionals
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Entrepreneurs planning to start a flour milling business
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Students and researchers in food science and technology
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the assessments will receive a Certificate in Wheat Flour Milling Technology.
Training Methods
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Lectures by industry experts
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Practical demonstrations in a milling lab/pilot plant
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Case studies and real-world problem-solving sessions
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Industry visits (if applicable)
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles in:
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Flour milling companies
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Food processing and bakery industries
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Grain quality control labs
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Milling equipment manufacturing and sales
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Research and development in cereal science
Admission Requirements
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Basic knowledge of food science or related fields (preferred but not mandatory)
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Open to professionals and students with an interest in milling technology
Fee Structure
(To be determined by the training institution)




