Enology Certificate of Achievement 

The Certificate of Achievement in Enology prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Enology, or wine-making. The Certificate consists of core courses in wine-making and science, and focuses on the production of quality wines. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge as well as hands-on experience on state-of-the-art winery equipment.

Career Opportunities 

There are more than 4,700 bonded wineries in California. From established wineries to new ventures, well-trained winery personnel are needed in many positions. Career opportunities related to enology include: wine maker, assistant wine maker, wine analysis lab technician, oenologist, winery supervisor, quality control, production manager, tasting room director, wine sales, wine service, wine hospitality, grape/juice buyer, equipment supplier, wine label design and packaging.  

Required Core: (23 units) Units

Course	Units
VWT 10 (Introduction to Viticulture)	3
VWT 20 (Introduction to Enology)	3
VWT 21 (Applied Enology)	3
VWT 23 (Fundamentals of Wine Science)	3
VWT 25 (Sensory Analysis of Wines)	3
VWT 41 (Fall Winery Operations)	3
VWT 42 (Spring Winery Operations)	3
WRKX 94 (Occupational Work Experience/Internship)	2

 

List A: Select One (3 units)

Course	Units
VWT 1 (World Wines: New World)	3
VWT 2 (World Wines: Old World)	3
VWT 47 (Wine Regions/Wines of Calif)	3

 

Units

Units Category	Units
Total Units	26