Implement precise sensory quality control with the Difference from Control method.

Master the Difference from Control Method

This course introduces the Difference from Control (DFC) method and how it’s used in sensory quality control. You’ll learn when to use DFC, its benefits and limitations, and best practices for data collection and reporting in a flexible, self-paced online format.

100% Online & Flexible

Start as soon as you enroll, and finish at your own pace.

Completion Certificate

Earn and download a certificate upon completion.

60-minute
course

Broken into 10 sections.

Job Aids & Summary

Free of charge.
learning objectives

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

Developed by Industry Experts

This self-paced course has been meticulously crafted by leading experts in sensory evaluation, ensuring a comprehensive and authoritative learning experience. Our development team includes:
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.
Lee Stapleton
Senior Director of Training & 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.
Joanne Seltsam
Director of Training & 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.
Susan Hooge
Senior Director of Managed Sensory Partnerships
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.

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