Brewing and Distillation Technology Certificate
Livonia, USA
Certificate
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The curriculum has been designed with direct input and participation by brewing professionals, owners of breweries and brewpubs, and distillers. The program is designed by craft beverage professionals to meet industry needs, and also addresses potential issues faced by entrepreneurs aspiring to start up a microbrewery or brewpub in Michigan.
Students who satisfactorily complete the program requirements qualify for a certificate of program completion.
This program is intended for those who are interested in starting a career in brewing, expanding their current brewing knowledge and practice, or considering opening a brewpub or microbrewery.
Sample Schedule of Courses
First Year
Fall Semester
- BDT 101 - Brewing Science Credits: 4
- BDT 121 - Beer Styles and Flavor Evaluation Credits: 3
- BDT 110 - Brewhouse Operations and Technology Credits: 4
- BDT 140 - Marketing and Operations Management Credits: 2
Total Credits: 13
Winter Semester
- BDT 210 - Cellaring, Packaging, and Quality Management Credits: 4
- BDT 220 - Advanced Brewing and Distillation Credits: 4
- BDT 231 - Craft Beer Management and Service Credits: 4
Total Credits: 12
Program Total: 25 Credits
Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. The number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.
The course of study introduces the science, operation, business, finishing, packaging, and service of beer and distilled spirits, and prepares the student to pursue employment in a wide variety of positions in a craft beverage operation.
