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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 of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Machine Learning: Unsupervised Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, AI Personalization, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Introduction to Probability and Data with R

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Bayesian Statistics, R Programming, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Diagram Design

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Scripting in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Development Environment, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Storage, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Program Development, Data Integration, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, User Requirements Documents, Electronics, Functional Requirement, Operating System Administration, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Requirements Analysis, Network Protocols, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Data Entry, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Import/Export, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize Agentic AI: Algorithms for Peak Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Performance Tuning, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Performance Analysis, Computational Logic

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    AI Technologies, Tools & Cloud Certification Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, AWS SageMaker, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Prompt Engineering, Amazon Web Services, Model Deployment, OpenAI, Amazon Bedrock, Robotic Process Automation, Cloud Deployment, Customer experience improvement, ChatGPT, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Atlassian

    Agile with Atlassian Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Workflow Management, Project Management, Product Requirements, Query Languages, Software Versioning, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Systematic ML Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Evaluation, Configuration Management, Image Analysis, Debugging, Experimentation, Multimodal Prompts, Computer Vision, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Visualization, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Tensorflow, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Risk Analysis, Performance Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Use AI Responsibly

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Workplace inclusivity, Social Impact, Generative AI, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Data Security

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Applications, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Scientific Visualization, Game Design

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introduction to Machine Learning: Unsupervised Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Probability and Data with R: Duke University
  • Python Basics: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Scripting in Python: Rice University
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Optimize Agentic AI: Algorithms for Peak Performance: Coursera
  • AI Technologies, Tools & Cloud Certification Specialization: EDUCBA
  • Agile with Atlassian Jira: Atlassian
  • Systematic ML Optimization: Coursera

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