Viticulture

viticulture

 

Viticulture and Enology

 

Are you a budding enthusiast with a passion for all things grapes and wine? Look no further than the Highland Community College Viticulture and Enology program! This educational journey is tailor-made for individuals who dream of immersing themselves in the grape growing and winemaking industry.  The fall semester introduces you to the fundamentals of vineyard and winery production, a stepping stone towards achieving Cert A. This initial phase lays the foundation for a fulfilling journey in the viticulture and enology industry.  In the spring, the program evolves to provide a more profound understanding of vineyard and winery production.

 

As a graduate, you'll emerge with a versatile skill set, primed for roles as vineyard and winery technicians, ready to contribute to this ever-evolving industry.  Embark on a transformative journey through the HCC Viticulture and Enology program. Uncover the artistry behind every sip, and unlock a world of possibilities in grape growing and winemaking. Join us in shaping the future of the industry, one vine and one bottle at a time.

 

 Beginning in Spring 2023, HCC V&E courses have gone hybrid!  That is, students have the option of attending class in person in Wamego, KS, or students can attend class virtually via Zoom.  Of course, students can't learn how to make wine without having purple fingers at least once, so every course has a one-day capstone class which is required to attend in person.  

 

Check out the Highland Wine page for the more information on our vineyard and winery teaching facility, Highland Winery, workshops and class times, and 456 Wineries business incubator. 

 

Certificate A

 

Course Number Course Name Credits SGE

ENO116

or

ENO180

Introduction to Enology

 

Science of Winemaking

 

3

 

ENO130

or

ENO266

Intermediate Enology

 

Sensory Evaluation

3

 

3

 

VIN111

or

VIN135

Fundamentals of Variable Climate Viticulture

 

Winter - Spring Viticulture

3

 

3

 

VIN215

or

VIN211

Summer - Fall Viticulture

 

Integrated Pest Management

3

 

3

 
 

Business Electives

4  
 

Total Credits for Certificate A                     

16  

 

Certificate B

 

Course Number Course Name Credits SGE

ENO116   

Introduction to Enology

3

 

ENO180

Science of Winemaking

3

 

ENO130

Intermediate Enology

3

 

ENO266

Sensory Evaluation 3  

VIN111   

Fundamentals of Variable Climate Viticulture

3

 

VIN135

Winter - Spring Viticulture

3

 

VIN211

Integrated Pest Management

3

 

VIN215

Summer - Fall Viticulture

3

 
 

Business Electives

 

 

Total Credits for Certificate:

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Systemwide General Education (SGE) Key
010 English 050 Social & Behavioral Sciences
020 Communications 060 Arts & Humanities
030 Math & Sciences 070 Institutionally Designated
040 Natural & Physical Sciences

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