Principles of Malting and Brewing

Chemical

Learn the biological and chemical principles of malting and brewing, including processing and quality assessment of beer by chemical methods and sensory evaluation.

NZ$1,027

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This course starts anytime

(15 Credits)


Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln

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Scientific and technical principles

Describe the scientific and technical principles of malting and brewing.

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Production of beer

Produce beer that meets the characteristics and accepted standards of a given style.

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Brewing process competence

Complete a beer brewing process and analyse and interpret the result.

What You're Signing Up For

This course introduces students to the scientific and technical principles behind malting and brewing, including how fermented products are created from raw materials. It covers the processing and quality assessment of beer using chemical methods and sensory analysis, providing knowledge essential for producing beer styles that meet industry standards. Market forces in beer style development are also described.

Course Content

  • Biological principles of malting and brewing
  • Chemical principles of malting and brewing
  • Fermentation and production of fermented products
  • Processing of beer and related products
  • Quality assessment of beer using chemical methods
  • Sensory evaluation of beer
  • Beer brewing process and analysis
  • Role of raw ingredients in beer production
  • Sustainability processes in brewing
  • Market forces influencing beer styles development
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Food and Beverage Production

  • Brewing Industry

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Brewing Technician

  • Quality Control Analyst

  • Beer Production Specialist