Our three-day regional training courses, led by our team of specialists, are designed to help both new and experienced customers master our instruments and software. Additionally, we are offering a condensed version of the course online; see below for details and registration.
Upcoming Online Condensed Training Courses
We are holding online condensed versions of our regional training course throughout 2024. Please note that space is limited and
pre-registration
is required. When registering, please indicate which remote training session you'd like to sign up for. All trainings are in Eastern Time.
February training course schedule: Wednesday, February 28: 10 AM to 3 PM, with a break from 12-1. Thursday, February 29: 10 AM to 12 PM.
April training course schedule (favorable for West Coast attendees): Wednesday, April 17: 12 PM to 5 PM, with a break from 2-3. Thursday, April 18: 12 PM to 2 PM.
June training course schedule: Thursday, June 20: 10 AM to 3 PM, with a break from 12-1. Friday, June 21: 10 AM to 12 PM.
September training course schedule (favorable for West Coast attendees): Wednesday, September 11: 12 PM to 5 PM, with a break from 2-3. Thursday, September 12: 12 PM to 2 PM.
November training course schedule: Wednesday, November 13: 10 AM to 3 PM, with a break from 12-1. Thursday, November 14: 10 AM to 12 PM.
This free training program is reserved for existing customers only, and sessions are limited to 25 participants.
Sign up here
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Overview of Regional Training Sessions
Participants use their own laptops during several practicum sessions to develop effective test methods and analyze results for virtually any product.
STANDARD TOPICS
Effective test measurement and analytical principles
Overview of texture measurement principles
Test selection
Probe selection
Sample handling and variability
Product geometry
File/data management
Design and use macros to automate analysis
Design and use projects to automate testing
Texture testing goals
Establish test settings
Statistically analyze data
How to read texture graphs
ADVANCED BREAKOUT SESSIONS
We offer a hands-on breakout group to select participants on Day 2 to cover advanced topics and features of our software, such as...
Designing Macros to automate procedures, analyses
Running real tests
Creating Projects for consistency between operators and protocols
Using variables to simplify calculations and analyze data
Creating and calibrating additional data channels
Plotting and analyzing other channels
Integrating the TA.XTPlus with robotics
Chapter 21 Part 11 software features and methods
Understanding Basic scripts
“I am very appreciative of the high level of technical knowledge [TTC has] provided us for our food texture research.”
Instructional Technician, University in California
FAQ
What should I bring?
Laptop for hands-on practice, and your note-taking method of choice (i.e. pen and paper)
How much does it cost?
$600 per attendee. Includes all training materials and lunches.
Will I receive any materials?
PDF with a full set of application studies, Calibration & Verification Manual and abstracts of most recently published papers
How can I join the advanced breakout group?
Email marc[at]texturetechnologies[dot]com to notify us at least 1 week in advance.
