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SCI0102 Yeast and Fermentation Science
SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:
This unit introduces students to the influence of brewers' yeast, yeast management and fermentation practices. The unit covers the complexities of yeast in biochemical pathways to produce alcohol, carbon dioxide and the many flavour compounds detected in beer. The unit also demonstrates why sometimes brewing yeast does not deliver the desired flavours and how these variations can be managed. Throughout the unit,the theory of fermentation is reinforced with a range of practical exercises.

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Last Updated - Higher Education: 30/04/2009 VET: 30/04/2009