Course description
Beer: The Science of Brewing
In this course of 12 modules, our team of academic scientists and brewmasters will introduce you to the science underlying beer brewing. At the end of this MOOC, you will understand the science underlying beer production, and why your beer tastes the way it does!
This MOOC also gives you a sneak peek inside some of Belgium’s most iconic breweries. It features talks from Belgian brewers and maltsters, as well as from some of the most renowned academics on key features of the malting and brewing process.
Upcoming start dates
1 start date available
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites
- Bachelor degree in Sciences is recommended
- Understanding of key biological and biochemical concepts (enzymes, proteins, lipids, DNA, ions,…)
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the importance of the 4 basic ingredients of beer in shaping beer taste and aroma
- Understand the different processing steps in malting and beer brewing
- Understand the key biochemical reactions occurring during each of these steps
- Recognize and describe the main beer styles, and understand how the brewing process contributes to the different beers
- Identify key factors affecting beer identity, quality, and stability
- Carry out basic sensory analyses of beers and identify key flavors and off-flavors and their molecular origin
Training Course Content
- Course introduction
- History and Overview of the brewing process.
- Beer ingredients: Malt
- Beer ingredients: Water
- Beer ingredients: Hops and spices
- Beer ingredients: Yeast
- The brewing process
- Fermentation
- Filtration and packaging
- Beer quality and stability
- Beer assessment and tasting
- Final exam
Course delivery details
This course is offered through KU Leuven, a partner institute of EdX.
4-6 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$99
- Audit Track - Free
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