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Beer Quality Specialization

Brew Great Beer Every Time. In-depth look on quality beer that covers foam performance, the science of flavor, beer freshness, why the appearance of beer matters and quality systems

Instructor: Charles Bamforth

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5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.7

(40 reviews)

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.7

(40 reviews)

Intermediate level

Some related experience required

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

This Specialization is intended for home and professional brewers seeking to advance their brewing skills conveniently from home. This series of five courses, provide brewers with an in-depth look over several weeks at how to brew great beer every time. Designed for brewers of all skill levels, this comprehensive series features creator and "The Pope of Foam”, Charlie Bamforth, who guides you through the key markers of beer quality: flavor, foam, color/clarity, freshness and quality systems.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will master topics on foam performance, the science of flavor, beer freshness, why the appearance of beer matters and quality systems. There are weekly modules, discussion forums, readings, and assessments for each of the courses in this specialization.

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Discover the quality systems necessary to produce quality beer and how to establish a quality program.

Skills you'll gain

Quality Management, Standard Operating Procedure, Descriptive Statistics, ISO 9000 Series, Hazard Analysis, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Quality Assurance and Control, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Assessment, and Cost Control