Diploma of Wine Technology
10614NAT
Diploma of Wine Technology – 10614NAT
Course Overview
The Diploma of Wine Technology is the recognised qualification to work within a large-scale winery or undertake the management of a small owner-operated winemaking business.
You'll learn to appraise and evaluate wine quality, analyse the chemistry and micro-organisms of wine production and manage the end-to-end winemaking process.
You'll also learn skills in irrigation system design, crop and grape production, winery storage, and soil management.
This course is delivered online and supported by two residential workshops annually which include excursions to vineyards and wineries, tutorials from experts within the industry, and wine and juice tasting at the campus laboratory.
Studying during COVID-19 Restrictions
We’ve had to make adjustments to how our courses are delivered due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19. This means that we’re currently offering a combination of delivery modes including online and flexible learning and, where we can, on-campus classes with strict social distancing in place.
Career Pathways
Work in this industry involves seasonal winery activities from fermentation to bottling as either a cellar hand, cellar foreperson, assistant winemaker or to undertake the management of a small owner-operated winemaking business, with peak activities occurring at vintage time during autumn.
This course prepares you to work within the wine industry. Roles you may be eligible for include:
- Cellar Hand
- Cellar Foreperson
- Assistant Winemaker
Further Study
After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the Bachelor of Wine Business offered by Charles Sturt University.
Course Dates & Times
Wangaratta - Tone Road
Start Tue 1st Sept, Blended Delivery inc. Online and Residential school / 2020
Blended online and residential - Open from 18th January /2021
Blended online and residential - Open from 3rd May/2021
Blended online and residential - Open from 1st September /2021
Detailed Fee Information
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2021 and may change without notice.
Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.
Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:
- Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
- E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions
Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
All students are required to pay an annual Student Services Fee (SSF) of $70.00. The Student Services Fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF does not apply to short course participants.
Entry Requirements
Training package entry requirements
There are no training package requirements for this qualification.
GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
- Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
Applicants also need to have:
- Current or past work experience where operational or technical skills have already been gained and a production management level of responsibility exists
- Intermediate computer skills
Please note:
- The qualification is not suitable for direct entry from school.
- It is highly desirable that students be employed in a winery. Where students are not employed in a winery they must obtain access to a case study winery.
Course Study Units
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Quizzes
- Practical reports
- Written assignments
- Case studies
Course Co-ordinator
Paula Pipan
Attendance & Commitment
It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions. Students are required to regularly log onto goLearn to undertake their studies online. Each lecturer and the course co-ordinator are able to track student progress including the number of times they log on and devote to each course component.
Training hours are dependent on the number of units a prospective student plans to study and the study mode.
Attendance at residential schools is compulsory. Students will be advised at the commencement of each year as to the dates, timing and program of each residential school. GOTAFE has endeavoured to schedule residential schools to avoid peak periods in the viticulture and winemaking industry.
Where to From Here
If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.
Educational Support Services
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Student Support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.
Services include on campus supports and remote supports
- Counselling
- employment information
- careers
- activities etc.
Learner's Rights
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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