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Faculty Resources: Advancing Food Safety Education

A student presents his poster at the 2025 3-A SSI Summit on Hygienic Design

Curriculum support, industry partnerships, and professional development for educators

Bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice. 3-A SSI provides comprehensive resources to help faculty deliver cutting-edge food safety education that prepares students for successful careers.

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Featured: Student Hygienic Design Competition

Assemble a squad of 2-5 diverse minds ready to tackle real-world food safety challenges through better equipment hygienic design. The best solutions come from interdisciplinary collaboration—food scientists who understand microbiology, engineers who design for cleanability, and creative thinkers who see problems differently.
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Curriculum Integration Resources

Ready-to-Use Educational Content

Integrate professional-grade content directly into your courses. These modules meet industry standards and provide students with credentials valued by employers.

Interactive E-Learning Modules:

Introduction to Hygienic Design

  • Core principles and industry standards
  • Historical development and regulatory framework
  • Key terminology and concepts

Surface Design and Materials

  • Surface finish requirements and specifications
  • Material selection for food contact applications
  • Cleaning and sanitizing considerations

Equipment Drainage and Access

  • Proper drainage design principles
  • Inspection and maintenance access requirements
  • Common design flaws and solutions

Sealing and Connections

  • Gasket and seal selection criteria
  • Pipe connection standards and best practices
  • Preventing contamination through proper sealing

Cleaning and Sanitizing Systems

  • CIP vs. COP system design
  • Chemical compatibility and safety
  • Validation and verification procedures
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Curriculum Integration Resources

Ready-to-Use Educational Content

Integrate professional-grade content directly into your courses. These modules meet industry standards and provide students with credentials valued by employers.

Curriculum-Ready Features:

  • Learning objectives aligned with academic standards
  • Assessment tools and quizzes
  • Instructor guides with teaching notes
  • PowerPoint presentations for classroom use
  • Student worksheets and activities

1.0 Overview of Principles of Hygienic Design

2.0 Basics of Hygienic Equipment Design

2.1 Materials and
Surface Finishes

3.0 Hygienic Facility Design & Environmental Controls

4.0 Cleaning
and Sanitizing

Academic Benefits:

Enhanced Video Training Library

Professional Development and Classroom Resources

Access our complete library of training videos for faculty professional development and student instruction.

Faculty Professional Development Series:

  • Latest trends in hygienic design education
  • Industry best practices and emerging technologies

Classroom-Ready Videos:

  • Real-world problem-solving scenarios

Usage Rights:

  • No licensing fees for educational use
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Industry Partnership Development (COMING SOON)

Connect Students with Real-World Experience

Take advantage of the partnership opportunities, 3-A can facilitate for your students.

Guest Expert Program

  • Industry speaker bureau access
  • Virtual and in-person presentation coordination
  • Subject matter expert connections
  • Executive-in-residence opportunities

STUDENT SUCCESS SUPPORT: Dr. Ron Schmidt Student Travel Award

3-A staff, students and faculty in Chicago for the 2025 3-A SSI Summit on Hygienic Design

Support Your Students' Career Development

Help your most promising students access the industry's premier educational experience.

Faculty Role in Student Success:

  • Identify qualified candidates for scholarship consideration
  • Provide recommendation letters and guidance
  • Support research poster development
  • Facilitate industry networking connections

Program Benefits for Your Students:

  • All-expenses-paid Summit on Hygienic Design attendance
  • Research presentation platform
  • Industry networking opportunities
  • Career mentorship connections
  • Publication opportunities

How to Support Applications:

  • Encourage qualified students to apply
  • Provide strong recommendation letters
  • Help students connect research to industry needs
  • Support poster presentation development

2026 Timeline:

  • February 1, 2026: Student Travel Award application deadline
  • March 1, 2026: Award winners announced
  • May 5-8, 2026: Summit on Hygienic Design, Chicago
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  • Email: info@3-a.org
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