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Food Science Courses

Food science courses can help you learn about food safety, nutrition, sensory evaluation, and food processing techniques. You can build skills in recipe formulation, quality control, and understanding food chemistry. Many courses introduce tools like statistical software for analyzing taste tests, laboratory equipment for testing food properties, and food modeling software to predict shelf life, allowing you to apply these skills in real-world food production and innovation.


Popular Food Science Courses and Certifications


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    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing, Microsoft Azure, FinTech, Cloud Computing Architecture, Interoperability, Cryptography, Scalability, Data Storage, Information Privacy

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    Codio

    Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Machine Learning With Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning

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    Coursera

    Guide Patients: Clinic Communication & Support

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Preparation, Health Information Management, Care Coordination, Educational Materials, Decision Making

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    Niel Asher Education

    Olympic Lifting Fundamentals for Strength and Power

    Skills you'll gain: Lifting Ability, Injury Prevention, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Coaching, Train The Trainer, Physical Stamina, Goal Setting, Safety Standards, Mobility Assistance, Mechanics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Melbourne

    Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Oncology, Environment, Cell Biology, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Nutrition and Diet

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Model Evaluation, Markov Model, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Machine Learning: Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Scalability, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon

    Introduction to Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Program Development, Software Development, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Engineering, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

    Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Risk Control, Emergency Response, Vulnerability, Hydrology, Water Resources, Physical Science, Environmental Monitoring, Research, Social Sciences

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular food science courses

  • Blockchain Platforms: University at Buffalo
  • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
  • Machine Learning With Big Data: University of California San Diego
  • Guide Patients: Clinic Communication & Support: Coursera
  • Olympic Lifting Fundamentals for Strength and Power: Niel Asher Education
  • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
  • Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression: IBM
  • Machine Learning: Classification: University of Washington
  • Introduction to Software Development: Amazon

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