Fermentation Science Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science in Fermentation Science will include majors in Craft Brewing or Distilled Spirits. Students in the Fermentation Science program have the unique opportunity to learn in real-world training laboratories and will receive hands-on training as they immerse themselves in three different businesses owned and operated by the College; Rhapsody fine-dining restaurant, The Lodge Conference Center and the Black Diamond Distillery. Additionally, Hocking College is pursing a partnership with the Napa Valley Wine Academy, America’s Premier Wine School based in Napa Valley, CA.
During Hocking College’s autumn 2018-2019 term, prospective craft brewers who enroll in the Fermentation Science program can choose to pursue either an associate degree or certificate in Fermentation Science. Afterwards, graduates from this program will be able to tap into this thriving industry.
Students will get the chance to experience what its like to work in a small-scale brewery operation.
Fermentation Science: Brewing
Hocking College offers all-inclusive pricing and works with students to assure they have complete college funding, including financial aid, before they start classes. Please reference the course curriculum tab for program costs.
All-inclusive pricing includes the following:
PER SEMESTER
$300......Learning Fee
$20........Health Center Services
$75........Career Center Services
Not included in the All-Inclusive Pricing
$53......Parking
Pricing for housing and meal plans can be found here.
Craft A Career in Fermentation Science
The Fermentation Science program is currently the first of its kind in Southeast Ohio, and will be the first in the nation to offer students the opportunity to learn how to make beer, wine and spirits.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are statements of what a student will be able to do when they have completed a program. They represent the knowledge and skills a program has determined are most important for students to gain from that program and include both the Success Skills (institutional outcomes) and Program Outcomes. SLOs are specific and measurable so the program can accurately assess the degree to which students have achieved each outcome, and they align with college and institution mission and values. Data on the achievement of SLOs is used to make improvements in the program and increase student success.
Hocking College Institutional Learning Outcomes
1) Demonstrate sound critical thinking, information literacy and technological competency in the production of academic writing and presentations
2) Apply the methods of mathematical, statistical or analytical reasoning to critically evaluate data, solve problems and effectively communicate findings.
3) Demonstrate an awareness of the social, political and economic forces which shape individuals, institutions and communities in the modern world.
4)Understand social justice and the diversities and complexities of the cultural and social world past and present and come to an informed sense of self and others.
5)Demonstrate a foundation of knowledge in the natural sciences based on theory and laboratory skills.
6) Cultivate ethical values, personal wellness and personal learning strategies in the development of the whole person, mind, body and spirit.
7) Integrate content material to application in the workforce and apply discipline specific knowledge and skills to successfully transfer or effectively meet the expectations of internships, workplace, volunteerism and/or entrepreneurship endeavors.
8) Utilize the ethical and professional application of current information technology and tools effectively.
Program Outcomes
Below are additional skills, behaviors, and attitudes that will be cultivated in students seeking the Associate of Applied Science in Fermentation Science.
To identify appropriate and quality raw materials and articulate how to transform them into a fermented consumable product.
- Produce or improve the overall quality of a fermented product utilizing scientific principles concerning raw materials and appropriate equipment to achieve a consistent product (beer, wine, spirit, and food)
- Explain the principles of sound engineering within a fermentation facility and troubleshoot issues that arise within the day to day operations of running a brewery, winery, distillery, and/or a culinary fermentation facility.
- Measure and articulate flavor attributes in order to identify and alter flavor profiles
- Develop, maintain, and/or improve the sanitation of a fermentation facility by utilizing time, temperature, and exposure (to chemicals) thru a regular and consistent cleaning regiment.
- Demonstrate recipe development and batch production utilizing standard equipment.
New academic programs and curriculums being re-designed based on industry needs will have outcome data available after one complete graduation cycle.
Hocking College offers all-inclusive pricing and works with students to assure they have complete college funding, including financial aid, before they start classes. Please reference the course curriculum tab for program costs.
All-inclusive pricing includes the following:
PER SEMESTER
$300......Learning Fee
$20........Health Center Services
$75........Career Center Services
Not included in the All-Inclusive Pricing
$53......Parking
Pricing for housing and meal plans can be found here.
Craft A Career in Fermentation Science
The Fermentation Science program is currently the first of its kind in Southeast Ohio, and will be the first in the nation to offer students the opportunity to learn how to make beer, wine and spirits.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are statements of what a student will be able to do when they have completed a program. They represent the knowledge and skills a program has determined are most important for students to gain from that program and include both the Success Skills (institutional outcomes) and Program Outcomes. SLOs are specific and measurable so the program can accurately assess the degree to which students have achieved each outcome, and they align with college and institution mission and values. Data on the achievement of SLOs is used to make improvements in the program and increase student success.
Success Skills
- CE - Communicates Effectively
- PA - Maintains Professional Skills and Attitudes
- CT - Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Skills
- ET - Maintains a Code of Ethics
- HR - Practices Human Relations Skills
- MS - Demonstrates Math Skills
- GA - Demonstrates Community, Cultural
and Global Awareness - IT - Implements Career-Appropriate Technology
To learn more about each of these, click here.
Program Outcomes
Below are additional skills, behaviors, and attitudes that will be cultivated in students seeking the Associate of Applied Science in Fermentation Science.
- Hocking College’s program will encourage students to think entrepreneurially and consider the prospect of one day going into business for themselves.
- Those who work in the craft beverage industry will have the opportunity to be innovative and create their own custom brands of craft beer, wine and spirits.
- Independent brewers and winemakers have the chance to establish personal relationships with their customers.
- Graduates will leave Hocking College with the knowledge and skills they need to make themselves highly marketable in the craft beverage industry.
- Graduates will leave fully prepared to work in the craft beverage industry in a variety of different capacities.
New academic programs and curriculums being re-designed based on industry needs will have outcome data available after one complete graduation cycle.
