{"product_id":"wine-production-and-analysis-cpd-course","title":"Wine Production and Analysis | CPD course","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis module explores alcoholic fermentation, and subsequent winery operations, in considerable depth, enabling students to take key decisions in a commercial winemaking environment. Students will also be introduced to sensory and laboratory techniques for analysing and evaluating still and sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the course, students will develop the confidence to make informed winemaking decisions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"modules\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis module will include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe microbiological processes of alcoholic and malolactic fermentations, including an introduction to yeast \u0026amp; bacteria metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePomace wine vinification processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-alcoholic fermentation processing, including; maturation, clarification and stabilisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine packaging considerations and operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevention and treatment of the major problems in wine, including instabilities and microbial spoilage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethods for the laboratory analysis of wine, including;\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromatography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evolatile acid distillation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espectrophotometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication of sensory evaluation to wine production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearning outcomes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn successful completion of this module a student will be able to: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Perform a practical winemaking investigation, and then analyse, evaluate and communicate the results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Evaluate key decisions related to winemaking \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Research common winemaking problems and make appropriate recommendations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Investigate key wine quality factors via chemical and sensory analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the module, students will be able to evaluate winemaking decisions, investigate production challenges, communicate findings clearly, and apply chemical and sensory analysis to still and sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"requirements\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEntry Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplicable to each module\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGCSE Mathematics at grade 4 or above (grade C or above under the A*-G system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGCSE English at grade 4 or above (grade C or above under the A*-G system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following qualifications are required:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletion of Plumpton Fundamentals of Wine Science CPD Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn equivalent industry qualification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following qualifications are recommended prior to applying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWSET Level 2 Award in Wines (Pass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel 3 qualification such as A Level (two subjects)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBTEC Extended Diploma (MPP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to HE in a related subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe also consider applicants with relevant industry experience if over 21 years of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents with English as an additional language will be required to have gained IELTS at 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eApplicants wishing to progress onto an undergraduate course would need to meet the minimum entry criteria for that specific course which typically includes a Level 3 qualification with UCAS Tariff points (56 points and above).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plumpton College","offers":[{"title":"15\/09\/2026 - 15\/06\/2027","offer_id":57425232068981,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/3139\/8885\/files\/grapes2.jpg?v=1743952284","url":"https:\/\/store.plumpton.ac.uk\/products\/wine-production-and-analysis-cpd-course","provider":"Plumpton College","version":"1.0","type":"link"}