Successful food product development depends on a keen understanding of Sensory Science. This online course provides an overview of current practices, the benefits of different methods, and strategies on managing resources and information to meet product development requirements. Basic sensory science principles and how they relate to current practices are reviewed.
You will learn the advantage gained by utilizing a complete sensory toolbox in product development, while mini-quizzes and matching games will ensure your understanding of key points in the video lectures. This course can provide you with an edge in a subject where many professionals have minimal understanding.
Course Modules:
• Course Introduction (Watch Now!)
• The Origins of Sensory Science
• The Senses
• The Elements of Sensory Evaluation
• Statistics for Sensory Testing
• Difference Testing
• Variations on Descriptive Analysis
• Quantitative Descriptive Analysis
• Additional Descriptive Analysis Topics
• Consumer Research
• Qualitative Research
• Quantitative Methods
• Advanced Statistical Methods
• Sensory Quality Control
Intended Audience(s):
Sensory Scientists and Technicians, Product Developers, Sales & Marketing, Consumer Insights, Scientists with a concentration in areas other than Sensory Science, Operations & Production Personnel, Dietitians, Academics, Students
Course Instructors:
Chris Findlay, CFS
Herbert Stone, CFS
Soo-Yeun Lee, PhD
Bryson Bolton, MS
Lori Rothman, CFS
Lisa Beck, MBA
B. Thomas Carr, MS
Continuing Education Credits and Certificates:
This Fundamentals of Sensory Science Online Course = 8 CH
Current Certified Food Scientist (CFS) Certificants may claim 1 recertification contact hour (CH) per hour of food science content by participating in this eLearning program. Click here for more information on CFS recertification requirements.
IFT is a Continuing Professional Education Accredited Provider (IN141) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Commission on Dietetic Registration. Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians may receive continuing professional education units for participation in this eLearning program.
Upon completion of any online course, you will be able to view and print a personalized Certificate
All prices are in USD ($). Sign in to see the correct price for your IFT member status.
Successful food product development depends on a keen understanding of Sensory Science. This online course provides an overview of current practices, the benefits of different methods, and strategies on managing resources and information to meet product development requirements. Basic sensory science principles and how they relate to current practices are reviewed.
You will learn the advantage gained by utilizing a complete sensory toolbox in product development, while mini-quizzes and matching games will ensure your understanding of key points in the video lectures. This course can provide you with an edge in a subject where many professionals have minimal understanding.
Course Modules:
• Course Introduction (Watch Now!)
• The Origins of Sensory Science
• The Senses
• The Elements of Sensory Evaluation
• Statistics for Sensory Testing
• Difference Testing
• Variations on Descriptive Analysis
• Quantitative Descriptive Analysis
• Additional Descriptive Analysis Topics
• Consumer Research
• Qualitative Research
• Quantitative Methods
• Advanced Statistical Methods
• Sensory Quality Control
Intended Audience(s):
Sensory Scientists and Technicians, Product Developers, Sales & Marketing, Consumer Insights, Scientists with a concentration in areas other than Sensory Science, Operations & Production Personnel, Dietitians, Academics, Students
Course Instructors:
Chris Findlay, CFS
Herbert Stone, CFS
Soo-Yeun Lee, PhD
Bryson Bolton, MS
Lori Rothman, CFS
Lisa Beck, MBA
B. Thomas Carr, MS
Continuing Education Credits and Certificates:
This Fundamentals of Sensory Science Online Course = 8 CH
Current Certified Food Scientist (CFS) Certificants may claim 1 recertification contact hour (CH) per hour of food science content by participating in this eLearning program. Click here for more information on CFS recertification requirements.
IFT is a Continuing Professional Education Accredited Provider (IN141) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Commission on Dietetic Registration. Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians may receive continuing professional education units for participation in this eLearning program.
Upon completion of any online course, you will be able to view and print a personalized Certificate
All prices are in USD ($). Sign in to see the correct price for your IFT member status.
