# Enology (Certificate of Achievement (CA))

Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Viticulture and Winery Technology

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#### Overview

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.

#### Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1.  Apply general chemistry principles, wine microbiology fundamentals, and laboratory techniques to produce sound wines.
2.  Perform an accurate wine assessment utilizing acquired organoleptic skills.
3.  Perform wine analysis methods including laboratory/quality control test during harvest, fermentations, cellaring and prior to bottling.
4.  Safely start-up, operate and shut down winery equipment and effectively utilize the equipment during the wine making process.

##### **Enology (CA): Program Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core: (23 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)** | |  |
| VWT 1 | Wines of the Americas and Beyond | 3 |
| VWT 2 | Wines of Europe | 3 |
| VWT 47 | Wines of California | 3 |
| **Total** | | **26** |