This course is a collaborative with FoodPlant.

Food extrusion is a versatile technology used to produce a wide range of food products, from crispy snacks to plant-based meat alternatives. Understanding this process ensures efficient production and superior product quality.
This three-day masterclass provides a unique opportunity to learn directly from experienced industry practitioners. Whether you're a culinary innovator, aspiring entrepreneur, early-career food professional, or an expert in research and development and product development, this course is designed to equip you with both theoretical knowledge and essential skills to excel in food processing.
Learners will gain practical exposure through live demonstrations and hands-on sessions, operating FoodPlant’s 27 mm – 40 L/D Twin Screw extruder. The course combines classroom learning led by experts from FoodPlant and SIT with interactive practical sessions, offering real-world insights into extrusion processes.
Exclusive Hands-on Experience
Learners will have the rare opportunity to operate an extruder, a high-demand piece of equipment in food processing. FoodPlant’s extruder includes adaptable processing capabilities, supporting both high- and low-moisture extrusion for small-batch testing, product development, and commercial production. Conditions optimised in this extruder can be easily scaled up to larger industrial extruders, making this experience invaluable for those looking to enter the industry or advance their technical expertise.
This course is a collaborative with FoodPlant.
This course is designed for:
Introduction to extrusion technology
Extruder configuration and process optimisation
Hands-on machine operation
Optimising product quality
Texture and quality analysis
Associate Professor, Food, Chemical and Biotechnology, Singapore Institute of Technology
Dr Lim Bee Gim holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore. With nearly three decades of industry experience, she excels in High Moisture Meat Analogue Extrusion, Bio-hydrolysate production, and Lean Manufacturing, alongside Operational Excellence. Dr Lim serves as an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and previously held the role of Programme Director for the Bachelor of Food Technology programme. During her remarkable 20-year tenure at Nestlé, Dr Lim made instrumental contributions at both the R&D Centre and the manufacturing plant, including the start-up of a seasoning line in China, the industrialisation of biohydrolysate productions and the management of R&D portfolio.
As the CEO of FoodPlant, Dr. Lim spearheads innovation in the industry. Under her leadership, FoodPlant plays a crucial role in assisting food enterprises with developing new products, testing processes, utilizing specialized equipment, and scaling up production. She also leads the team to deliver specialised upskilling courses such as Extrusion Technology and Retort Processing to industry-ready food technologists, with the aim of strengthening the industry’s adoption of advanced food processing technologies.
Research Engineer (2), Food, Chemical and Biotechnology, Singapore Institute of Technology
Yan Li Hui is a seasoned professional with over a decade of invaluable experience in food manufacturing. Her expertise in food safety and processing technologies, coupled with her meticulous approach, makes Li Hui an asset in ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards while optimising production processes. Li Hui's in-depth knowledge of microbiology and quality control has been instrumental in driving operational efficiency and maintaining the highest levels of product integrity. As a Project Executive at FoodPlant, Li Hui continues to drive innovation, empowering food entrepreneurs with her technical prowess. She also co-conducts masterclasses on retort technology and food extrusion, contributing to the upskilling of the food industry. Li Hui's dedication to delivering high-quality results and continuous improvement is reflected in positive feedback and the success of her projects.
Research Engineer (2), Food, Chemical and Biotechnology, Singapore Institute of Technology
Angeline is a results-driven Food Scientist with a robust background in the food industry. As a Quality Assurance & Business Development Executive at FoodPlant, she actively drives organisational excellence and excels in enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating a keen understanding of client needs and expectations. She was also instrumental in FoodPlant’s ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 45001:2018 certification. Angeline focuses on critical operations, specialising in quality control and assurance. Previously, at Prima Pte Ltd, she played a key role in product development and quality enhancement, particularly in oriental sauces and ready-to-eat meals. Angeline’s expertise extends to hands-on experience with retorted products and shelf-life testing, which she demonstrates when she co-conducts masterclasses on retort technology. Angeline has a Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) and a Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition.
Course Run | Dates | Time |
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Apr 2025 | 28 – 30 Apr | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who
Participants who meet the attendance requirement but do not pass the assessment will receive a Certificate of Participation.
The full fee for this course is S$4,905.00
Category | After SF Funding |
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Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$1,471.50 |
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$571.50 |
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$1,471.50 |
Non-Singapore Citizen | S$4,905.00 (No Funding) |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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