WBA Concise Course In Brewing Technology

When:
March, 26th through April, 6th 2012
Where:
Chicago Campus - Chicago
Level:
Intermediate  
Registration:
not available (already completed)
Category:
Brewing Technology

Working in the commercial brewing industry requires diverse knowledge about the process of creating beer. Brewers who are looking to master the art & science of brewing need to start with a sound foundation of understanding in the most critical areas of the brewing process, and for those brewers, the World Brewing Academy Concise Course in Brewing Technology is the perfect choice.

The two-week WBA Concise Course in Brewing Technology will provide students with comprehensive knowledge of the brewing process, the dynamics of brewery operations, and issues affecting the industry. Within the short time span of this course, students will gain a level of industry knowledge that will benefit them in any area of responsibility in the brewery, covering every topic critical to successful brewery operations.


Extensive use of electronic media & instructor-mediated discussion allows students to understand the most advanced topics, no matter their level of previous technical experience. The Concise Course covers a similar range of topics to those presented in our advanced-level program but at a depth that allows those with only moderate understanding of brewing science and technology to participate in the course. This is an ideal course for those considering entry into the brewing industry, as well as those pursuing wider knowledge of the business in order to improve their skills and advance in their brewing careers. The Concise Course also offers the best way to prepare for our advanced-level programs should you decide to take them at a later date.

The WBA Concise Course is offered in our Siebel Institute Chicago location, one of the world's most exciting and beer-friendly cities. The WBA Concise Course is the perfect program for bringing your technical brewing skills to the next level.


This course is formally recognized by the Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD) as suitable for students writing the IBD General Certificate Exam.

  • Brewing Process Overview
  • Alcohol, Beer and Health
  • History of Brewing
  • Beer Styles
  • The Business of Brewing
  • Introduction to Sensory
  • Composition of Grain
  • Barley Cultivation and Harvesting
  • Malting
  • Malt Analysis
  • Specialty Malts
  • Enzymes in Brewing
  • Brewing
  • Milling
  • Brewing Calculations
  • Practical Problems
  • Adjuncts / Cereal Cooker
  • Lautering
  • Mash Filters
  • Hops
  • Styles Tasting
  • Recipe Formulation
  • Brewery Hazards
  • Nature of Yeast
  • Wort Boiling Systems
  • Wort Clarification
  • Wort Cooling and Aeration
  • Fermentation Practices
  • Yeast Growth and Fermentation
  • Yeast Maintenance and Propagation
  • Yeast Management
  • Control of Fermentation
  • Flavors
  • Control of Fermentation Flavors
  • Maturation and Aging
  • Colloidal Stability
  • Flavor Stability
  • Interpretation of Beer Analysis
  • Filtration
  • Carbonation / Air Exclusion
  • Carbon Dioxide / Collection
  • Kegging and Dispense
  • Beer Packaging
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Waste Water
  • Brewery CIP
  • Quality Assurance and QC
  • Biological Control
  • Pumps and Pipes
  • Valves

Intermediate-Level Brewing Course

Prior brewing knowledge is not required, but students will benefit from existing knowledge of brewing technologies and/or related sciences.

To assess your readiness to participate, please contact Keith Lemcke requesting an assessment review for your chosen course/program.

Keith Lemcke

Keith Lemcke

Vice President

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This program is also offered on the following dates:

Date Title Venue Availibility
Aug, 19th - Nov, 18th 2012 WBA Web-based Concise Course in Brewing Technology Online Courses yes
Oct, 29th - Nov, 9th 2012 WBA Concise Course In Brewing Technology Chicago Campus yes
Jan, 20th - Apr, 21st 2013 WBA Web-based Concise Course in Brewing Technology Online Courses yes
Apr, 1st - Apr, 12th 2013 WBA Concise Course In Brewing Technology Chicago Campus yes
May, 5th - Aug, 4th 2013 WBA Web-based Concise Course in Brewing Technology Online Courses yes
Aug, 18th - Nov, 17th 2013 WBA Web-based Concise Course in Brewing Technology Online Courses yes
Oct, 28th - Nov, 8th 2013 WBA Concise Course In Brewing Technology Chicago Campus yes

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