Training Course at UP 18-19 August 2009

Six Steps to Training a Descriptive Sensory Panel
18-19 August 2009

Food companies need trained sensory panels to reliably quantify and describe differences in the sensory properties of food samples. For research and development (R&D), a trained sensory panel can provide vital information on the effects of ingredient or process choices or changes. Information obtained through descriptive sensory evaluation can assist in the design of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) programmes. Descriptive sensory data is essential for those areas of food manufacture where instrumental measurements and economics cannot explain what the human senses will perceive.

This two day course is designed for the food professional in R&D, QA/QC or Marketing who wants to learn through practical hands-on exercises how to apply the six steps involved in training a panel for Descriptive Sensory Evaluation.

The six steps to training a Descriptive Sensory Panel involve:
STEP 1: Recruit and screen potential panellists to serve on the panel
STEP 2: Organise an introduction and orientation session
STEP 3: Further screening sessions
STEP 4: Development of descriptive terms and evaluation scales
STEP 5: Determine the reproducibility and consistency of panellists’ ratings
STEP 6: Use the trained panel to evaluate samples

Course fee: R2 750 per delegate.

Why CE at UP?
Continuing Education at University of Pretoria (CE at UP) offers career-focused courses for individuals and professionals. The entity's portfolio includes more than 400 certificate courses presented in association with recognised academics from the University of Pretoria.

What do we offer?
CE at UP offers both scheduled courses and customised in-house training.
CertificationA University of Pretoria certificate will be issued on successful completion of a programme.

For quotations on tailor-made in-house training, contact quote.ce@up.ac.za.

Registration and enquiries:
Course Enquiries:Maryke SteenkampTel: +27 12 420 5433Mobile: +27 83 452 7873Fax: +27 86 635 3725E-mail: maryke.ce@up.ac.za

Course Leader:Dr Riette de KockTel: +27 12 420 3238E-mail: riette.dekock@up.ac.zawww.tuksfost.up.ac.za