FDST 1513 - Beer

Description
This course provides an in-depth examination of the art and science of beer. Topics include keeping and serving beer, beer-specific glassware, and the differences between bottled and draft beer. In addition, beer flavors and evaluation will be covered, including beer styles and tasting parameters, and the history, characteristics and flavor attributes of regional styles. The processes and ingredients of beer brewing will be reviewed, as well as the various pairings with food.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
On Demand

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Identify and describe beer production styles and methods
Describe elements of beer service
Evaluate beer flavors and understand tasting parameters
Identify the fundamental strategies of food and beer pairings

General Education Outcomes Supported

Students develop higher order thinking skills.
Students demonstrate information literacy

Standard Practices
Learning activities

Lecture
Tastings
Readings
Discussions

Assessments

Competency Based Learning Activities
Practical mid-term and final exams
Written final exam
Presentations or Projects