WSC401 Wine Science (PG) (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Viticulture/Wine Science (VITWN)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject provides an introduction to the principal chemical analyses that influence wine production, including interactions with microbiology, and the effects of these processes on wine production. Emphasis is also given to competency in wine chemical analysis and calculations required in wine quality control.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance * | Wagga Wagga |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: WSC401
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Enrolment is restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Viticulture and Oenology
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to accurately explain the scientific principles involved with winemaking;
- be able to analyse winemaking problems and identify actions that will improve them;
and
- be able to perform and report on quality control analysis procedures and apply the results.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
* The science of winemaking;
* Fermentation and microorganisms;
* Chemistry in winemaking;
* Winemaking control aspects;
* Units of measurement, winemaking calculations and significant figures;
* Wine acids and acidity;
* Sulfur dioxide;
* Substances that complement the activity if sulfur dioxide;
* Phenolic compounds;
* Oxidation;
* Cork and cork taint
Residential School
This subject contains a compulsory 4 day residential school.
There is a 4 day residential school that will cover the practical components of the subject
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.