Information Package / Course Catalogue
Gluten-Free Dairy Technology
Course Code: ST211
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to convey to students the production technologies, encountered challenges, and solution strategies related to dairy products developed for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. It also covers scientific and technological aspects of gluten-free formulations in functional and alternative dairy products.

Course Content

* Fundamentals of gluten-free nutrition and the health effects of gluten intolerance * Hidden sources of gluten in dairy products * Design principles of gluten-free dairy products * Production of major gluten-free yogurts, cheeses, ice creams, and milk-based desserts * Replacements for gluten-containing additives * Gluten-free certification process, labeling, and regulations * Quality control, sensory analysis, and consumer perception

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Understand the scientific and technological knowledge necessary for gluten-free dairy production.
2.Gain basic awareness of gluten intolerance and celiac disease.
3.Recognize alternative ingredients used in gluten-free product formulations.
4.Apply quality control parameters in gluten-free products.
5.Analyze relevant legal regulations and labeling principles.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Glutensiz Gıda Mühendisliği, A. Göncü, 2025.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction and introduction to the course
Week 2 - Theoretical
Basics of gluten-free diet and celiac disease
Week 3 - Theoretical
Potential sources of gluten in dairy products
Week 4 - Theoretical
Gluten-free yoghurt production technology
Week 5 - Theoretical
Production processes of gluten-free cheese varieties
Week 6 - Theoretical
Gluten-free dairy desserts and ice creams
Week 7 - Theoretical
Ingredients that can be used as gluten substitutes
Week 8 - Theoretical
Certification and legislation
Week 9 - Theoretical
Quality control parameters in gluten-free products
Week 10 - Theoretical
Sensory analysis methods
Week 11 - Theoretical
Consumer expectations and product acceptance
Week 12 - Theoretical
Packaging and storage conditions
Week 13 - Theoretical
Gluten-free product development workshop (case study)
Week 14 - Theoretical
General review and Questions & Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Individual Work141014
Midterm Examination1415
Final Examination1415
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)52
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
OÇ-1
5
5
4
4
4
3
OÇ-2
5
4
4
4
4
4
OÇ-3
4
4
4
4
5
4
OÇ-4
4
4
4
4
5
4
OÇ-5
4
4
3
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026