Master the Difference from Control Method

Implement precise sensory quality control with the Difference from Control method.
Ensuring consistent product quality is paramount in sensory evaluation. This comprehensive 60-minute course delves into the widely used Difference from Control (DFC) method, guiding you from its fundamental principles to effective program implementation strategies. You will explore various aspects of the DFC method, including its application in sensory quality control, appropriate use cases, advantages and disadvantages, different versions of the method, and best practices for data collection and reporting. Designed for flexibility, this self-paced, 100% online course allows you to start immediately upon enrollment and progress at your convenience. Upon completion, you'll earn a certificate, underscoring your proficiency in implementing the DFC method for sensory quality assurance.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
  • Describe Difference from Control (DFC) methods as applied to Sensory Quality Control.
  • Identify use cases for selecting this method.
  • Identify advantages and disadvantages of this method.
  • Explore different versions of DFC methods.
  • Plan a Difference from Control program implementation.
  • Describe best practices for collecting data and reporting out results.

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  • 100% Online and Flexible

    Start as soon as you enroll, and finish at your own pace.
  • Certificate of Completion

    Earn and download a certificate upon completion.
  • 60 minute course

    Broken into 10 sections.
  • Job Aids & Summary

    Included free of charge.

Developed by Industry Experts

Joanne Seltsam

Director of Training and Education
 Serving as the Director of Training and Education, Joanne has co-authored influential works on sensory evaluation methodologies, contributing to the advancement of the field.

Lee Stapleton

Senior Director of Training and Education
Lee utilizes her 25+ years of sensory science experience as a senior trainer for descriptive analysis & quality, a product focused creative facilitator, a strategic consultant, and an expert evaluator across a wide range of products and ingredients consumers eat, drink, smell, apply, use, and wear.

Bob Baron

President of Sensory Spectrum, Inc.
Bob is an accomplished leader in the fields of innovation, product development, sensory and consumer insights. He is able to drive business growth and increase consumer engagement through the combination of expertise in Sensory Evaluation, Consumer Insight, Product Development, Innovation, and Quality.

Susan Hooge

Senior Director of Managed Services
Susan is a dynamic, culturally sensitive global leader with 26 years of experience in Sensory Science. She has developed effective sensory programs around the world, mentoring and coaching team members on technical and business skills to deliver world-class business support.
By enrolling in this course, you gain access to the collective knowledge and insights of these distinguished professionals, equipping you with the foundational skills essential for success in sensory evaluation.