Viticulture and Enology (VIEN)Agriculture and Life Sciences

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VIEN 1104

Broad introduction to grape cultivation and wine fermentations. Topics include history of winemaking, viticultural regions, vineyard and winery practices, wine flavor chemistry and microbiology, and wine ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1845 VIEN 1104   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Students must purchase four approved wine glasses and pay a $50 tasting fee by the second class session. The number of seats available to each class year is restricted during pre-enrollment, a "You do not fit the criteria" error message indicates that the seats for your class year are full. There is no waitlist for this course. Enrollment limited to undergraduate students, or by permission of instructor

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1887 VIEN 1104   LEC 002

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Students must purchase four approved wine glasses and pay a $50 tasting fee by the second class session. The number of seats available to each class year is restricted during pre-enrollment, a "You do not fit the criteria" error message indicates that the seats for your class year are full. There is no waitlist for this course. Enrollment limited to undergraduate students, or by permission of instructor.

VIEN 2204

Viticulture and enology principles and practices, emphasizing cool climate production. Course examines environmental factors affecting grape production and quality, soils, and anatomical and physiological ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 5204

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1914 VIEN 2204   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Prerequisite: VIEN 1104, college-level general chemistry (CHEM 1560 or equivalent) and general biology (at least one full course of each).

VIEN 2205

Field trips, vineyard and winery work provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained in Grapes to Wines lecture course. Students will produce a wine, from grape harvest determination to cold ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2205FDSC 5205VIEN 5205

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1915 VIEN 2205   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

  • Prerequisite: VIEN 1104, Chemistry, Biology. Corequisite: VIEN 2204/5204.

VIEN 2310

This course uses beer and brewing science as a starting point to explore topics in fermentation biology, food chemistry, food processing, and sensory perception. Students will learn to recognize the major ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2310FDSC 5310VIEN 5310

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  •  9328 VIEN 2310   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

  • Prerequisite: introductory biology and chemistry or permission of instructor. Course fee: $25. Students must bring 4 appropriate glasses to each class, starting in the second week.

VIEN 3610

This course is designed to develop the relevant skills required for pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest management in a winegrape vineyard. Focused on hands-on, active learning, students will spend ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 5610

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 11097 VIEN 3610   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • D'Aversa, R

  • Prerequisite: VIEN 1104, introductory biology, introductory chemistry, or permission of instructor. Most class meetings will be hosted at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850. Occasionally the class might meet in the assigned classroom. The instructor will provide clear instructions as to each class meeting location.

  • 11098 VIEN 3610   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • D'Aversa, R

  • The lab component will be held at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850.

VIEN 4310

An introduction to the practical application of brewing. Students will make several different styles of beer in a laboratory setting to understand how raw materials and processing technologies influence ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4310FDSC 6310VIEN 6310

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  9355 VIEN 4310   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

  • Prerequisite: VIEN 2204 or VIEN 2205. Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.

  •  9356 VIEN 4310   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 4400

Uses a (bio)-chemical perspective to investigate viticulture and enological factors that impact flavor and other quality attributes (mouthfeel, color, stability) of wine and wine grapes. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4400FDSC 6400VIEN 6400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2307 VIEN 4400   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sacks, G

VIEN 4460

This course is designed to delve in-depth into the scientific literature that should drive decision making in vineyard production systems. We will critically evaluate studies from around the world and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 6460

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 18711 VIEN 4460   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Vanden Heuvel, J

VIEN 4500

Provides an in-depth study of the chemical, physical, technological, microbiological and regulatory fundamentals of winemaking. Concentration is on grape and must handling, juice adjustments and treatments, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4500FDSC 5500VIEN 5500

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1917 VIEN 4500   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 4510

Students will produce, monitor, and evaluate diverse wine styles from several grape varieties using different vinification techniques. The laboratory includes introductory lectures, grape handling and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4510FDSC 5510VIEN 5510

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  1919 VIEN 4510   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 4650

Microbes are all around us affecting almost every aspect of our lives. This course focuses on the roles that microbes play in the production and spoilage of wine. Wine microbiology is a 3 credit course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 5650

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2106 VIEN 4650   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gibney, P

  • Prerequisite: general microbiology lecture and laboratory, organic chemistry, biochemistry. Recommended prerequisite: knowledge of wine production.

  •  2107 VIEN 4650   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gibney, P

VIEN 4940

The VIEN teaching program teaches "trial" courses under this number. Offerings vary by semester and are advertised by the department before the semester starts. Courses offered under the number will be ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Viticulture on the Road

  • 19114 VIEN 4940   FLD 801

    • TBA
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • D'Aversa, R

  • Course fee: $500 for travel costs.
    Prerequisite: VIEN 2204, or by permission of instructor.

VIEN 4960

Internships provide experiential learning opportunities in real-life winery and vineyard circumstances where classroom knowledge is applied and evaluated. Students are able to master new skills, compare ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4970

Undergraduate individual study in viticulture and enology under the direction of one or more faculty members. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for credit. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4980

Students assist in teaching a course appropriate to their previous training and experience. TA duties are determined by student and instructor(s) of course. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4990

Undergraduate individual study or research in viticulture and enology under the direction of one or more faculty members. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for credit. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 5204

Viticulture and enology principles and practices, emphasizing cool climate production. Course examines environmental factors affecting grape production and quality, soils, and anatomical and physiological ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 2204

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  1972 VIEN 5204   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Enrollment limited to: graduate students.

VIEN 5205

Field trips, vineyard and winery work provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained in Grapes to Wines lecture course. Students will produce a wine, from grape harvest determination to cold ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2205FDSC 5205VIEN 2205

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  1975 VIEN 5205   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Arnink, K

  • Enrollment limited to: graduate students.

VIEN 5310

This course uses beer and brewing science as a starting point to explore topics in fermentation biology, food chemistry, food processing, and sensory perception. Students will learn to recognize the major ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2310FDSC 5310VIEN 2310

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  •  9341 VIEN 5310   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

  • Prerequisite: introductory biology and chemistry or permission of instructor. Course fee: $25. Students must bring 4 appropriate glasses to each class, starting in the second week.

VIEN 5500

Provides an in-depth study of the chemical, physical, technological, microbiological and regulatory fundamentals of winemaking. Concentration is on grape and must handling, juice adjustments and treatments, ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4500FDSC 5500VIEN 4500

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2341 VIEN 5500   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 5510

Students will produce, monitor, and evaluate diverse wine styles from several grape varieties using different vinification techniques. The laboratory includes introductory lectures, grape handling and ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4510FDSC 5510VIEN 4510

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  2396 VIEN 5510   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 5610

This course is designed to develop the relevant skills required for pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest management in a winegrape vineyard. Focused on hands-on, active learning, students will spend ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 3610

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 11099 VIEN 5610   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • D'Aversa, R

  • Most class meetings will be hosted at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850. Occasionally the class might meet in the assigned classroom. The instructor will provide clear instructions as to each class meeting location.

  • 11100 VIEN 5610   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • D'Aversa, R

  • The lab component of this course will be held at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850.

VIEN 5650

Microbes are all around us affecting almost every aspect of our lives. This course focuses on the roles that microbes play in the production and spoilage of wine. Wine microbiology is a 3 credit course ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 4650

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2343 VIEN 5650   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gibney, P

  •  2344 VIEN 5650   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Gibney, P

VIEN 6310

An introduction to the practical application of brewing. Students will make several different styles of beer in a laboratory setting to understand how raw materials and processing technologies influence ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4310FDSC 6310VIEN 4310

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  9361 VIEN 6310   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

  • Prerequisite: VIEN 2204 and VIEN 2205. Enrollment preference given to: Viticulture & Enology students.

  •  9362 VIEN 6310   LAB 401

    • F
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Bershaw, D

VIEN 6400

Uses a (bio)-chemical perspective to investigate viticulture and enological factors that impact flavor and other quality attributes (mouthfeel, color, stability) of wine and wine grapes. view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4400FDSC 6400VIEN 4400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2339 VIEN 6400   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Sacks, G

VIEN 6460

This course is designed to delve in-depth into the scientific literature that should drive decision making in vineyard production systems. We will critically evaluate studies from around the world and ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 4460

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 18712 VIEN 6460   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
    • Vanden Heuvel, J