Winery Technology Degree

Program description
This degree provides students with an understanding of principles and the application of technology associated with the production of wine. Students will have the opportunity to learn about quality wine making using appropriate production, processing, sanitation, quality control, and safety methods. Students will also apply methods to evaluate grape and wine quality.

Program outcomes
Students completing the AAS will be able to:

• Perform wine production processes, including fermentation management, chemical adjustments to the juice/wine, racking and transferring juice/wine, utilizing filtration methods, and maintaining barrels.
• Operate equipment used in winery operations as well as conduct preventative maintenance.
• Maintain reports and keep accurate records of wine production for state and federal compliance regulations in addition to health and safety programs such as OSHA/WISHA.
• Utilize quality assurance techniques and practices to perform chemical and lab analyses, and conduct sensory evaluation of wines.
• Use learned management skills to supervise personnel and provide training of safety and work requirements
• Develop a winery business management plan

 Course scheduling may change to meet program needs.