Wine Industry and Technology (WINE)
3 Units (LEC 48-54)
This course introduces the science and practice of viticulture - the cultivation and management of grapevines for wine, table grapes, and raisins. Students explore the relationship between grapevine biology, climate, soils, and vineyard management techniques. Topics include grapevine anatomy and physiology, site selection, vineyard design, propagation, canopy management, irrigation, nutrient management, pest and disease control, and harvest timing.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
3 Units (LEC 48-54)
This course provides an overview of enology - the science and technology of winemaking. Students will study the principles and processes involved in transforming grapes into wine, including grape composition, fermentation, wine chemistry, maturation, and bottling. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between vineyard practices and wine quality, sensory evaluation, and the influence of winemaking decisions on flavor and quality. Students must be 21 years or older to participate in wine tasting.
Transfers to CSU only
AA/AS General Education: AA/AS A
3 Units (LEC 48-54)
This course is an introduction to hospitality skills and knowledge for those industries where wine is offered for consumption. Topics include wine service in the tasting room and restaurant, marketing, sales, staff development, events planning, food and beverage coordination, hospitality and alcoholic beverage law, tasting room design and organization, wine club development and management. Basic enology and viticulture, wine tasting techniques, the study of the major wine regions, grape varietals and classic blends. (formerly VEW 106)
Transfers to CSU only
3 Units (LEC 48-54)
This course is an introduction to the business of winemaking; marketing, basic accounting, media relations, product management, inventory control, state and federal compliance licensing, industry trends, distribution channels, wine club development and management, human resources and ALC management, state and federal taxation, insurance, vintage forecasting and industry contracts. *Cross-listed as BADM-501. (formerly VEW 108)
Transfers to CSU only
0.5-8 Units WEE 24-432
This experiential learning course places students in supervised internships related to their academic major or career interests. Through hands-on work experience, students will build upon classroom-based learning and develop transferable skills. Internship work sites must be approved by the college prior to enrollment.
Other Enrollment Criteria: Each student must be enrolled for the full semester and have completed one course in the discipline. Student must also complete a WEE Orientation and Training Plan (Agreement) prior to registration. Please refer to the Work Experience Student Handbook for specific information.
Transfers to CSU only
Offered as Pass/No Pass Only