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    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Assurance, Accident Prevention, Environmental Issue, Building Design, Environment, Risk Management, Engineering Analysis, Emergency Response

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      566 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Duke University

      Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Research, Experimentation, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Carnegie Mellon University

      Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Probability Distribution

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      National Taiwan University

      Edible Insects

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Cooking, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Innovation, Food Safety and Sanitation, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Environment, Anthropology, Packaging and Labeling, Economic Development, Research, Pharmaceuticals, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      University of Pennsylvania

      Feeding the World

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Food Safety and Sanitation, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Production Process, Environment, Trend Analysis, Health And Safety Standards, Infectious Diseases, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Vanderbilt University

      GPT Vision: Seeing the World through Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Generative AI, Image Analysis, Data Capture, OpenAI, Data Analysis, Organizational Skills, Computer Vision, Creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Data Integration, Problem Solving, Cooking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New

      L&T EduTech

      Production of concrete

      Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Construction Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Manufacturing Processes, Product Testing, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Process Control, Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New

      Berklee

      Writing and Producing Music in Your Home Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Active Listening, Media Production, Storytelling, Post-Production, Constructive Feedback, Editing, Creativity, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Multimedia, Writing, Aesthetics, Personal Development, Content Creation, Timelines, Performance Tuning, Self-Awareness, Visionary, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      ESSEC Business School

      Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork, Design Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Lean Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of California, Davis

      Essentials of Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Quality Assessment, Data Collection, Research Design, Science and Research, Target Market, Human Factors, Marketing Psychology, Anatomy, Quantitative Research, Psychology, Mathematical Modeling, Research Methodologies, Data Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Scrimba

      Learn React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of Michigan

      Healthy and Sustainable Foods and Products

      Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environmental Issue, Food and Beverage, Environment, Health Assessment, Epidemiology, Environment Health And Safety, Product Design, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Monitoring, Environment and Resource Management, Corporate Sustainability, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Risk Management, Spreadsheet Software, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cooking courses

    • The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios: Duke University
    • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University
    • Edible Insects: National Taiwan University
    • Feeding the World: University of Pennsylvania
    • GPT Vision: Seeing the World through Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Production of concrete: L&T EduTech
    • Writing and Producing Music in Your Home Studio: Berklee
    • Basics of entrepreneurship: thinking and doing : ESSEC Business School
    • Essentials of Sensory Science: University of California, Davis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Cooking

    Knowing why you want to cook, whether for health, pleasure, or hospitality, will guide your learning journey. Daily practice helps refine your skills and develop your palate. Join cooking communities like online forums or local clubs for inspiration and tips. Work on real projects such as trying new recipes or hosting dinner parties.‎

    Cooking is the practice of heating food so that it's suitable to eat. It's something almost every culture does in some form, and it can be as informal as boiling an egg for your own breakfast or as formal as creating a 12-course meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the world. No one knows exactly when humans began to cook, but the earliest hunter-gatherers most likely used fire or boiling water to prepare their meat. Native North and South Americans used cooking techniques to remove poisons from potential food sources. As humans moved from hunting and gathering to agriculture, they grew bored with cooking out of necessity as their ancestors did. Because they no longer had much variety in their diets, they began experimenting with different ingredients to make food taste better. Today, cooking is more than just a way to sustain life. It's an art, a science, and a form of entertainment.‎

    By learning basic cooking skills, you can become more self-sufficient, and it's also a way you can provide for your family. By learning to cook, you may save money because you won't be relying on meals from restaurants and other resources, and you may even get healthier. When you cook, you control what ingredients go into your food, so you can reduce those that might do you some harm, like sodium or sugar. Beyond sustenance, cooking can be a social activity. You can invite friends and family to your home to enjoy a meal you prepared. It's always a way to express your creative side. Many people like to experiment with elaborate recipes or practice making picture-perfect dishes.‎

    When you take online courses on Coursera, you have the opportunity to seek a deeper understanding of the food you cook and eat. You may learn about the science behind it or the relationship between food and culture. You may find courses where you can learn to prepare healthier food, as well as those that explain how food can impact your body and your overall health. Some may even give you the chance to learn how to become a more informed consumer as you learn about the agriculture practices that help put food on your table.‎

    Many people who enjoy cooking go on to have careers as chefs and cooks in the restaurant industry. They may even open their own restaurant, cafe, food trucks, or bakery. But there are many other careers to explore in the food industry. Those who enjoy the sweeter side of cooking may become bakers, cake decorators, or pastry chefs. You can become a cooking instructor who teaches courses to those eager to learn. Other potential career options involve writing cookbooks, becoming a food critic, catering, or working in the hospitality industry at a hotel, at a resort, or on a cruise ship.‎

    Online Cooking courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Cooking skills. Choose from a wide range of Cooking courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Cooking, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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