Viticulture

Certificate of Achievement

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The Certificate of Achievement in Viticulture prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Viticulture, or grape-growing. The Certificate consists of core courses in viticulture and science, and focuses on the production of quality wine grapes. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge as well as hands-on experience in the college’s onsite Campus Hill Vineyard.

Career Opportunities

California produces 90 percent of the U.S. wine. From established vineyards to new ventures, well-trained wine industry personnel are needed in many positions. Career opportunities related to viticulture include: vineyard manager, vineyard design and development, pest control, irrigation specialist, vineyard crew supervisor, equipment supervisor, quality control, production manager, wine hospitality, grape/juice sales, wine label design and packaging.

Required Core: (24 Units)
Units

Course	Units
VWT 10 (Introduction to Viticulture)	3
VWT 12 (Landscape and Vineyard Soils, Fertilizers, and Irrigation)	3
VWT 20 (Introduction to Enology)	3
VWT 25 (Sensory Analysis of Wines)	3
VWT 31 (Fall Vineyard Operations)	3
VWT 32 (Spring Vineyard Operations)	3
VWT 33 (Summer Viticulture Operations)	1
VWT 35 (Landscape and Vineyard Pest and Disease Management)	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	27