CE 411LEC - Beer, Wine, Spirits - Technology & Business of Craft Beverages

This course provides an introduction to the science, technology and business of craft beverage production. Beverages covered include beer, wine, spirits, hard cider, mead, and kombucha. Local guest speakers will provide a real-life perspective on their craft beverage business. The course may include optional tours of local craft beverage businesses. Course information will be presented via lectures and complementary online videos. Hand-in assignments are designed to facilitate meeting class learning goals. Students will be required to analyze and evaluate how chemistry, food microbiology, and engineering are key elements of the craft beverage processes covered in the course.

Credits: 3

Grading
Graded (GRD)

Typically Offered:
Fall

Requisites:
Prerequisites: CHE 101 or CHE 105 or CHE 107 and Approved Engineering or Computer Science major or permission of the department