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MIAMI,
Fla. (July 16, 2001) - Florida International University is encouraging students
to brew their own beer on campus. In class, that is. The
course, Brewing Science, which is being offered this summer, is an overview of
brewing that will acquaint students with the practical and theoretical aspects
of fermentation technology. "This
is a great way to combine science with beverage sensory testing and evaluation,"
said Lee C. Dickson, associate dean of FIU's School of Hospitality Management.
"The course will give students hands-on practical experience in the beverage
management field." "Students
always ask me how science fits into everyday life," said FIU Biological Science
Professor Christopher Brown. "With this course I have taken a part of our
culture and incorporated into a science lesson that will benefit both biology
and hospitality students." A
thorough explanation of the principles and processes of brewing science is provided
through lectures and lab exercises. The lectures provide a technical introduction
to ingredients, yeast biology and fermentation biochemistry, while the lab exercises
give students the hands-on experience in management and control process. The
Brewing Science class meets on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and runs through
August 15th. Reporters interested in attending may arrange a visit by calling
305-348-2234. The
FIU School of Hospitality Management has become recognized by industry
leaders as one of the nation's top-rated hospitality management
programs. It is located at the Biscayne Bay Campus in North Miami. |
