This program is co-ordinated by the Department of Biological Sciences. Co-ordinator, Experiential Learning E. Brian Grant Participating Faculty Linda Bramble, Margaret Cliff, Debra Inglis, Kevin W. Ker, Ronald S. Jackson, Gary Pickering, Andrew W. Reynolds, Ronald R. Subden Co-operating Faculty from: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Geography, Management, Marketing and Human Resources, Mathematics, Physics and Recreation and Leisure Studies |
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Administrative Co-ordinator Barb Tatarnic (905) 688-5550, extension 4652 Inniskillin Hall 206 http://www.brocku.ca/ccovi/acad/ A four-year honours Co-operative program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Oenology and Viticulture is designed to meet the growing needs of the grape, grape juice and wine industries of cool climate regions. The aim of the program is to provide a comprehensive scientific education as well as practical skills in Oenology and Viticulture together with exposure to marketing and tourism. Since "wine begins in the field and ends in the glass", our graduates will be trained to work in the vineyard and the winery or may become owners and operators of vineyards and wineries. The unique feature of this program is its strong base in biotechnology which has been used for centuries in fermentation and the making of bread, wine and cheese. It encompasses the scientific disciplines pertaining to the grape and wine industry such as biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, plant physiology and environmental biology. The program can enable our graduates to pursue higher education in any of these disciplines. Oenology and Viticulture considers industry experience to be an essential part of our student's preparation. In order to gain that experience all students are required to participate in Co-op work terms. Students will participate a minimum of 3 work terms as indicated in the program of study. Each student is expected to do at least one work term in a vineyard setting and one at a winery during the harvest and crush. These work terms will be paid positions within some aspect of the grape and wine industry. The primary goal of the Oenology and Viticulture Co-op Program is to arrange and monitor placements within the Canadian industry. However, suitable international work terms may be used to meet the program requirements. In addition to the current fees for courses in academic study terms, students are assessed an administrative fee (see the Schedule of Fees). Students may also participate in Intern Experience, placements, consisting of a minimum of forty-five hours of industry service. They provide an opportunity for the student to participate in a variety of industry activities not available during the longer-term placements. These placements are not a program requirement but students are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities to gain a wider range of industry experience. A student must register for the appropriate work term before starting employment. Each student's performance will be evaluated using a combination of employer questionnaires, journals and work term reports. Unsatisfactory work term evaluations may result in a student being asked to withdraw from the program. For more information consult the Coordinator of Experiential Learning and the Experiential Learning Opportunities & Policies section of the calendar. |
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2001-2002 Undergraduate Calendar
Last updated: August 16, 2001 @ 11:21AM