Cocoa roaster in a factory
Cocoa roaster in a factory

Our programs

Cocoa Processing Engineering

Cocoa Processing Engineering

Drive industrial performance and ensure food safety.

Cocoa processing is a precision craft. From controlling roasting temperatures to managing microbiological risks, operational excellence is the only way forward. This program prepares managers and technicians to lead world-class production lines.

2 Levels of Excellence

01

Initial Level

Designed for: Recent graduates (BTS holders or engineers) and technicians transitioning into a new career.

Objective: Understand machinery, production flows, and basic hygiene requirements.

02

Advanced

Designed for: Team leaders, quality managers, and production directors.

Objective: Optimize yields, manage food safety crises, and implement advanced preventive maintenance.

A cocoa bean crusher in a factory
A cocoa bean crusher in a factory

The Curriculum: 10 Core Modules

01

Cleaning, Winnowing, Roasting, and Grinding

From raw cocoa beans to cocoa mass: every key stage of the processing chain.

02

Cocoa Mass Pressing, Cocoa Butter Processing, and Cocoa Cake Utilization

Separate, process, and maximize the value of cocoa butter and cocoa press cake.

03

Industrial Chocolate Manufacturing

From cocoa mass to finished chocolate: ingredients and processing methods.

04

HACCP & Food Safety

Control food safety hazards, including Salmonella, foreign objects, and contamination.

05

Cleaning and Sanitation

Industrial cleaning and sanitation protocols.

06

Quality Control & Testing

Physicochemical and sensory testing of cocoa products.

07

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

Prevent workplace hazards and ensure safe plant operations.

08

Plant Equipment Maintenance

Ensure equipment availability and reliability.

09

Waste Management & Environmental Impact

Manage waste, energy use, and environmental impact.

10

Flow and Logistics Management: Optimize the Movement of Materials

Optimize material flow through the plant.

A worker performing maintenance on a machine in a factory
A worker performing maintenance on a machine in a factory

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