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Sensory

Fine-tune your sensory perception and cupping consistency through the science of aroma, taste, and tactile sensation, practicing with diverse origins, processing methods, and varietals.

The Sensory module is geared towards the science and study of sensory perception to fine tune your use and consistency of certain attributes related to cupping coffee, including aroma, taste and tactile sensation. Throughout the levels students will build upon their ability, calibrate to their peers and learn how to cup - practicing with different origins, processing methods, densities, varietals and species, including Arabica and Robusta.

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一级

Learn specialty coffee quality evaluation fundamentals including physical inspection, roasting, brewing protocols, and SCI cupping standards. Practice aroma identification, basic taste calibration, and cupping different origins and processing methods using SCAA format.

二级

Explore chemistry of aroma precursors and flavor integration through advanced practice with aroma vials, taste modulation, and texture analysis. Develop cupping precision and consistency while evaluating diverse processing methods, species, and varietals with SCAA protocols.

三级

Master current market trends and sensory evaluation systems (SCAA, COE, SCI) with in-depth physical grading and defect classification. Cup experimental processing methods, Robusta, and diverse varietals while learning roasting theory and sample roasting protocols for different roast profiles.

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Nursery

Study suitable micro-climates, efficient cropping systems, and genetic materials to grow high-quality coffee with well-adapted varietals resistant to environmental stresses.

The Nursery module is based on three main components which are the study of suitable micro-climates, efficient cropping systems and well adapted genetic materials. This course equips students to grow high quality coffee specifically in understanding how different types of varietals respond to different circumstances such as tolerance to water, efficient photosynthesis, weather stresses, and pests & disease.

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一级

Learn nursery best practices including construction design, materials, fertilizer use, and pest control. Understand nursery stages from seedlings to field transplanting, proper timing, spacing, and location while cupping current and potential varietals for your region.

二级

Explore different nursery styles and their pros and cons with focus on local designs and improvements. Study varietal history and potential through in-depth discussion and cupping, then practice building seedboxes, planting, and fertilizer application.

三级

Master the structure of coffea genus and genetic improvement best practices through advanced species and hybrid flavor profiling. Learn advanced spacing, fertilization, pest control, grafting methods, and key business activities in nursery and genetic improvement.

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Farming

Master comprehensive coffee farming including crop management cycles, genetic improvement, soil and water management, nutrition, and pest control while developing farming calendars and assessments.

The Farming module is a comprehensive program that includes all aspects of coffee farming such as understanding and management of different cycles, crop management, long term productivity, quality, and coffee sciences including genetic improvement, shade, water and soil management, nutrition, pest and disease integrated management. Students in this course will be expected to work in teams to develop various farming calendars and perform various assessments.

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一级

Learn coffee field design fundamentals including plant density, shade and soil management. Understand coffee pruning, stumping, renovation systems, plant physiology, fertilization principles, and basic pest and disease management practices.

二级

Explore coffee crop management history, field establishment, and plant physiology including photosynthesis and nutrition. Study phenological cycles, integrated pest management, and business profitability while cupping coffees based on farming differences.

三级

Master advanced crop management with in-depth field design, phenological cycles, and integrated pest management. Develop expertise in plant physiology, nutrition, and fertilization while cupping for nutrition deficiencies, pest damage, weather defects, and advanced varietal profiles.

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Processing

Explore coffee processing methods from washed and natural to experimental techniques, learning how each method modulates and enhances flavor.

The Processing module explores the various coffee processing methods from the more common washed, honey and natural to the 15 other lesser known methods. Students will learn how environmental conditions, available technologies, infrastructure, and markets affect processing method decisions and they will learn how those methods modulate and enhance flavor. Students can also learn how biochemical changes bring about flavor differences, especially in regards to fermentation. This module involves both theory and practice and students will be required to successfully perform all said methods.

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一级

Learn fundamental processing methods including washed, honey, and natural. Understand how environmental conditions affect processing decisions, and practice monitoring samples through hands-on application of drying and storage techniques.

二级

Explore advanced processing variants and experimental methods. Study the science of fermentation, embryogenic activity, and how variety and sugar content impact final quality through cupping and practical application.

三级

Master cutting-edge experimental processing techniques by designing custom methods and adding external elements like yeast and sugars. Learn to profile advanced methods, identify and prevent defects, and design optimal production layouts from harvest to storage.

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Green Coffee

Master green coffee evaluation, importing, and buying strategies while navigating quality assessment, storage, aging, producer relationships, market trends, and pricing intricacies.

The Green Coffee module is a comprehensive program created to give an individual a clear understanding and game plan for evaluating, importing and navigating coffee buying intricacies. Topics that will be covered include assessing green bean quality, importing, storage, coffee aging, working with seasonal coffee, meeting producers, building long-term relationships, market trends, commodity contracts, pricing and finding vs. creating quality.

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一级

Learn coffee supply chain stakeholders and master green grading including bean anatomy and processing effects. Understand green buying plans, contracts, documentation, and overview of dry milling, sorting, and storage practices.

二级

Explore origin-specific grading methods, bagging regulations, and price factors. Study specialty vs commodity trading, contracts, and in-depth green grading across species and processes while cupping to understand milling, storage, and certification impacts.

三级

Master green trading through simulation competitions based on current market conditions. Develop expertise in region-specific quality, flavor profiles, and processing practices through comprehensive cupping comparisons and origin analysis.

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Roasting

Optimize roasting potential of green beans through mastering heat transfer, roasting systems, and sensory analysis with hands-on experience in profile development and quality control.

The Roasting module is a comprehensive program geared to equipping students in how to optimize the roasting potential of green beans. Each level offers theory and much hands on experience, enabling students to leave well trained and confident to further excel outside of the classroom. Master roasters will develop in three competencies including a deep understanding of green bean quality, heat transfer and the roasting systems and sensory analysis.

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一级

Learn physical green bean inspection and basic sample roasting practices. Understand fundamental roasting chemistry and develop basic cupping skills to identify main sensory attributes while practicing consistent industrial roasting at different degrees.

二级

Master full roast profiling methods to achieve perfect roasts for specific beans and extraction methods. Develop advanced sensory analysis skills to identify subtle aroma and flavor changes while learning to interpret roast logs and scale profiles.

三级

Explore scientific roast profiling theory for different beans and extraction methods with advanced blending and sensory analysis. Master roast coffee quality improvement programs and business applications for running a successful roastery.

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Barista

Master all factors influencing quality espresso from basic production techniques to advanced latte art, machine maintenance, bar workflow, and espresso blending at professional levels.

As a barista, it's critical that you know all the factors that influence your final product. From the basics of producing a quality espresso to the more advanced latte art techniques, machine maintenance, bar workflow and management, this course ensures that you are fully equipped at whichever level you are at. Professional and specialized levels learn how to blend espresso beans.

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一级

Learn espresso machine and grinder operation, adjustment protocols, and proper maintenance. Master milk texturing, foaming techniques, basic latte art pouring, and essential customer service skills through hands-on practice.

二级

Explore different espresso machine and grinder types with hands-on maintenance including disassembly. Study milk processing impacts and steam different fat contents while mastering advanced latte art and competition techniques.

三级

Master equipment brands, add-ons, and alternative brewing methods including Aeropress and bypass brewing. Learn American vs Italian blending styles, roast profile impacts, Modbar integration, spent grounds recycling, and coffee spirits pairing.

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Brewing

Master traditional and advanced brewing techniques including multiple cold brew methods, bypass brewing, competition strategies, and blending with hands-on optimization of extraction variables.

The brewing module takes an in-depth hands on approach to learning commonly used as well as more advanced brewing techniques, including multiple cold brewing methods. Other topics covered are bypass brewing, blending techniques with different single origins, and learning about competition techniques.

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一级

Learn traditional brewing methods and variables affecting extraction while measuring strength and extraction to confirm results. Experiment with traditional and bypass brewing to optimize flavor while comparing automated and manual systems.

二级

Explore traditional and uncommon brewing methods with in-depth focus on cold brewing techniques, equipment, and results. Learn Brewer's Cup competition rules, receive competition tips, and simulate competition environments.

三级

Master equipment brands, add-ons, alternative filtering methods, and creative brewing applications including Aeropress and bypass brewing. Study regional brewing traditions, cold brew methods (ice drip, crash cooling, nitro), and coffee spirits including competition techniques.

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Cafe

Learn to run or start a successful cafe through mastering inventory management, staffing, quality control, customer service, marketing, branding, and cash flow management.

The business of running or starting a cafe can be a difficult one. This module explores the different areas of business needed to run a cafe successfully including topics like inventory management, staffing, quality control, customer service, target marketing and branding, layout, location and cash flow management.

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一级

Learn how to open a cafe including choosing the right location, building your menu, planning remodels, and designing optimal bar layouts for workflow and customer experience.

二级

Master how to run a cafe through effective hiring and firing practices, employee training techniques, sourcing quality materials, and developing comprehensive marketing strategies for growth.

三级

Develop expertise in cafe business operations including in-depth HR management, marketing strategy, financial planning, and purchasing. Review and implement comprehensive operation manuals covering all business aspects.

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Business

Develop business and marketing acumen through learning marketing techniques, HR systems, financial statement analysis, KPI tracking, and practical management systems.

This course studies aspects of both business and marketing acumen. Marketing is one of the most important keys to running a successful business. Marketing topics include developing your story, creating clear messaging, identifying target markets, engaging with your community, delivering on consistency, marketing by region and using KPIs. Business topics include Human Resource systems and management, financial statements, as well as practical systems for keeping track of everyday items and goals.

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