OverviewAbout this course
Take a master class in the most consumed meat worldwide. Expand or establish your butchering skills repertoire as you learn from industry leaders. Share your passion with like-minded individuals as you discuss tips, tricks and recipes.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Prepare and butcher a side of pork
Conduct quality selection of the carcass components, including muscle composition
Roll and string pork for a spit roast
Use appropriate knife techniques to produce professional quality cuts
Portioning and producing cuts of meat such as a pork medallion
Deciphering the yield and profit of the meat
Working safely in a commercial butchery setting and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Participation
Opportunities to network with like minded individuals and industry professionals
Techniques to butcher pork meat safely and to an industry standard
Experience working in a simulated commercial butchery setting
A sound understanding of how to break a carcass to split it in two
Skills and knowledge to cut the perfect pork steak
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Professional Development
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Personal Interest
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this course.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
Ease handling and being around raw pork meat
An inquisitive and collaborative nature
A special interest in pork butchering, preparation and cooking
A drive to improve your knife handling and maintenance techniques
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
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