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Courses - Fall 2025
NFSC
Nutrition and Food Science Department Site
Open Seats as of
06/02/2025 at 08:30 AM
NFSC463
Sensory Evaluation Laboratory
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: NFSC112; NFSC431; or by Permission.
Restriction: Students must be 18 years of age by the first day of instruction of the semester to enroll in, this course.
Additional information: Students must be 18 years of age by the first day of instruction of the semester to enroll in, this course.
This course provides an in-depth introduction to building students' sensory evaluation skills and developing a greater understanding of the science behind food sensory perception. Students will be introduced to the various aspects of sensory evaluation, from human taste and flavor perception, to sample preparation, the various sensory testing methods, and analyzing data obtained from sensory analyses using a combination of hands-on demonstration and experiential learning.