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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    372 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Cloud Applications, Social Impact

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Codio

    C++ Basic Structures: Vectors, Pointers, Strings, and Files

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, File Management, Computer Programming, Data Store, Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Probability and Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Statistical Inference, Estimation, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Data Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    328 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Python Programming, Data Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Ajax, Javascript, Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Development, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Web Design and Development, JSON, Web Applications, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Scripting, Browser Compatibility, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Data Analysis Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Import/Export, Histogram, Python Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    429 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Python

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    524 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    H

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphic Techniques

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    531 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google

    Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Analysis, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, AI Enablement, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Portfolio Management, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Presentations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    19K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Python Basics

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Everyone: DeepLearning.AI
  • C++ Basic Structures: Vectors, Pointers, Strings, and Files: Codio
  • Foundations of Probability and Statistics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM
  • HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Analysis Using Python: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Python: Coursera
  • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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