IMPORTANT BENEFITS OF SENSORY EVALUATION FOR EMPLOYEES AND COMPANIES
- Improvement of product quality by refining a formulation
- Maintaining existing good quality by the identification of possible off-flavours that may occur during storage or inferior raw materials
- Well-trained employees can effectively detect and identify changes in products
- Increased sales through improved product quality
THE BENEFITS OF ATTENDING A SENSORY EVALUATION COURSE
The ability to carry out sensory tests, generally depends on a person’s inborn sensory abilities, but can also be trained. With the help of sensory training these skills can be developed through special exercises.
Our online, interactive course provides information on the principles of sensory science, the human senses and how they are used in sensory evaluation practices, sensory terminology and best practices when conducting these methods.
Typical attendees usually include those with basic knowledge or who are new to sensory science. They will gain an understanding of the importance of objective sensory evaluation activities in the food and drink industry.
The course will be delivered live online over the course of 4 days with a 3-hour session each day. Participants will be sent log in details for Teams or Zoom training sessions. Samples will be couriered in advance to participants for the practical sessions.
Courses are limited to 12 people to ensure an interactive and engaging course for all participants.
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Description |
Number of learners |
Duration |
Cost |
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Session 1 Introduction to sensory evaluation and human sensory receptors. |
12 |
3 hours |
R1 700 – 00 |
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Session 2 Discrimination/difference tests and attribute ranking and the purpose thereof. |
12 |
3 hours |
R2 550 – 00 |
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Session 3 Practical session with exercises to demonstrate the importance of human sensory receptors and the compilation and execution of the various tests used in the food industry. Samples of food items used in the session are included in the cost and will be sent via courier service. |
12 |
3 hours |
R9 200 – 00 |
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Session 4 The requirements of a sensory facility and the recruitment of suitable candidates. |
12 |
3 hours |
R2 550 – 00 |
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11 hours |
R16 000 – 00 |
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Additional information: The total cost of the training course includes a set of notes which will be shared electronically with the learners, as well as an on-line assessment opportunity and thereafter receive a certificate of completion. |
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In-house training is also available in the Western Cape only.
Contact details for further information and bookings
Email: mrsh@mrsh.co.za
Please indicate your full name and contact details
Cell: 073 010 6385