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.

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Design, Logo Design, Creative Design, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Vision Transformer (ViT), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Machine Learning Methods, Model Deployment, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Linear Algebra
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Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kanban Principles, Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Lean Methodologies, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Deployment, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Nutrition Education, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Health And Wellness Coaching, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Smart Goals, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Web Scraping, Database Management, Databases, Unit Testing, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Data Transformation, Package and Software Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Pipelines, Python Programming, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Innovation, Revenue Management, Financial Statements, Agile Methodology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Apache Mahout, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Kafka, Cloud Computing, Real Time Data, Databases, Analytics, Deep Learning, Scalability, Machine Learning Algorithms, Graph Theory, Machine Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research, Nutrition and Diet, Behavioral Health, Physiology, Psychology, Stress Management, Peer Review, Health Policy, Discussion Facilitation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Email Security, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks