Level 2 Beer Specialist

This course is designed and developed for Beer Specialists who wish to take their beer knowledge to another level. The focus is to provide more detailed insights into brewing ingredients and processes, draught beer systems, beer and food pairings while introducing a more detailed approach brewing history. This program continues to develop beer sensory skills.
Learning Outcomes:
​Demonstrate the essential knowledge required to explain the key components of beer

1. Recognize and record the impact of a variety of ingredients in beer
2. Differentiate and discuss various brewing concepts
3. Compare various beer styles and record their sensory components
4. Recognize and describe the off flavours found in beer
5. Evaluate and record your personal observations while tasting a variety of beer styles 

Discuss and recognize the importance of beer in history

1. Appreciate the impact that several brewers had on the development of beer in Canada
2. Describe several key historical events and report on the impact on beer culture globally 

Display a comprehensive knowledge of beer and food pairings

1. Taste, smell a variety of cheeses and record your observations including the pairing with one style of beer
2. Identify and record the application of pairing concepts with 4 different types of foods. 

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the components required to deliver good quality draught beer

1. Participate in a draught workshop and display proficiency at dismantling and reconstructing draught faucets and couplers
2. Recognize the need for different dispense gases based on the concepts of internal pressure, temperature, and distance
3. Explain the steps necessary to ensure proper pouring and delivery of draught beer
4. Identify key insights and trends in the Canadian and Global beer industry and be able to explain their importance to brewers and relevance to consumers

​​​Click on the links below for a downloadable versions of the course outline.
Cost: Classroom  $900| Online $700
Classroom sessions are 3 hours per class once a week for 10 weeks
Online class includes 10 weeks access to the online beer learning modules

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Course Content
Brewing Ingredients
Brewing Process
Beer Tasting & Sensory Evaluation | 20 styles
Beer Styles & Beer Categorization
Beer History - Global and Local
Craft Beer Insights
Glassware Shapes
Off Flavours / Defects Introduction
Draught Beer Components
Draught Beer Dispense Gas
Beer Insights & Trends
Beer & Food Pairings
Beer Category Management
Profitability

Course Evaluation Methods 
6 multiple choice/short answer tests,
3 assignments, and final exam (all must be completed)
Grading:     Test 1,2,3,4,5,6                                              5% each
                     Tasting Notes Assignment                    20%
                     Beer & Food Assignment                       10%
                     Beer & Cheese Assignment                   10%
                     Beer & Food Assignment                       10%
​                      Final Exam (60 questions)                    30%