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Beer Quality Systems
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 8 hours
  • Course by University of California, Davis
  • Offered by

About

Ultimately, the difference between success and failure as a brewer is whether you consistently deliver a quality beer. Designed for brewers of all skill levels, this course is part of a comprehensive series where brewing legend Charlie Bamforth, Ph.D. guides you through the key markers of beer quality: flavor, foam, color/clarity, freshness and quality systems. In this last course of the Beer Quality Series, you will examine the systems necessary to produce quality beer. Thought-provoking lectures will allow you to explore at your own pace how to define quality in beer and brewing. This course will teach you about the documentation of raw materials and processes, how and what should be measured and how to establish a quality program, whether you are brewing on an international scale or in a bucket. By the end of this course, you will be able to consistently brew a high-quality product that delights the drinker every time.

Modules

Getting Started

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Learning Goals

1 Videos

  • Course Introduction

2 Readings

  • A Note From UC Davis
  • Optional Textbook - QUALITY SYSTEMS: Practical Guides

What is Quality?

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • What is Quality? - Review

1 Videos

  • Definitions of Quality

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Systematic Quality

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Formal and Informal Approaches Review

2 Videos

  • Formal and Informal Approaches - Part 1
  • Formal and Informal Approaches - Part 2

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Some Basic Statistics

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Relevant Statistics Review

1 Videos

  • Relevant Statistics

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Standard Methodology

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Standard Methodology Review

2 Videos

  • ASBC and EBC Methods - Part 1
  • ASBC and EBC Methods - Part 2

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Assuring Quality Estimate

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Assuring Quality Estimate Review

1 Videos

  • Types of Measurement QA vs QC

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Critical Stuff

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Critical Stuff Review

3 Videos

  • Critical Points: HACCP
  • Critical Points: HARPC
  • Critical Points: The Cost of Quality

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Setting Up a Quality Program

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Setting Up a Quality Program Review

1 Videos

  • The Key Principles

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Wrapping Up

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Wrapping Up Review

1 Videos

  • A Reprise of Core Messages

1 Readings

  • Textbook Reading (Optional)

Course Summary

    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Self-Reflection

Auto Summary

Elevate your brewing skills with "Beer Quality Systems," a course led by brewing expert Charlie Bamforth, Ph.D. Ideal for brewers at all levels, this comprehensive program delves into essential quality markers such as flavor, foam, color, clarity, and freshness. Learn to document raw materials, measure critical factors, and establish robust quality systems. With 480 minutes of engaging content, this professional-level course on Coursera offers flexible learning to help you consistently produce exceptional beer. Available with a Starter subscription, it's perfect for aspiring and seasoned brewers alike.

Charles Bamforth
Instructor

Charles Bamforth