Viticulture
- vinodlingens geologiska, biologiska, klimatologiska och ekonomiska förhållanden
- Vinodlingens miljöpåverkan
- vinproduktion globalt med fokus på Europa
- vinodlingens historia
- vinframställning
- kvalitetsbedömning av vin
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Academic year 2022/2023
2022-08-29 - 2022-10-31
Academic year 2020/2021
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
MV0221 Viticulture, 7.5 Credits
VinodlingSubjects
Soil Science Biology Soil science BiologyEducation cycle
Bachelor’s levelModules
Title | Credits | Code |
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Viticulture | 7.5 | 0102 |
Advanced study in the main field
First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Basic eligibility and English 6 or equivalent.Objectives
On completion of the course, students should be able to:
describe the geological, biological, climatological and economic conditions for viticulture
give an account of the current wine production focusing on Europe
give an account of the various aspects of wine making
assess and discuss quality and quantity aspects in wine growing from a production and sustainability perspective.
Content
The course deals with wine growing and winemaking in a general perspective. Through examples from different wine-producing areas, the conditions for viticulture are discussed. The course presents prerequisites for grape production and its environmental interactions. Current cultivation and winemaking technology are discussed. Furthermore, the influence of different cultivation systems and production methods on the quality and quantity of wine is introduced. Attention is also given to the economic and social aspects of vine cultivation sustainability. The course comprises lectures, literature studies, individual thesis work based on a personal choice, wine quality assessments and a study visit. The following areas are included:
the geological, biological, climatological and economic conditions of viticulture
the environmental impact of vine cultivation
wine production globally with focus on Europe
the history of viticulture
winemaking
quality assessment of wine
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
The following is required for a passed course:
approved written or oral exam
approved oral and written presentation of individual written assignment
approved participation in study visit
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the examination of a degree project (independent project), the examiner may also allow the student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
The course is given half-time during the evening, a study visit is conducted during a weekend, alternatively in the student’s own direction after consultation with the course leader.Responsible department
Department of Soil and Environment
Further information
Grading criteria
Grade criteria, learning objectives and forms of examination
Learning objective |
Grade 3 |
Grade 4 |
Grade 5
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The student will be able to describe the biological, economic and climatological conditions for viticulture |
The student describes in general terms the biological, economic and climatological conditions for viticulture |
The student integrates and applies his/her knowledge in the subject |
The student evaluates new information and places it in relation to known knowledge in the subject |
The student will be able to describe existing wine production in Europe |
The student describes existing wine production in Europe |
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The student will be able to describe the different stages in wine making |
The student knows the different stages in wine making |
The student evaluates the different stages in wine making and integrates them in relation to known knowledge in the subject |
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The student will be able to assess and discuss quality and quantity aspects within viticulture |
The student describes quality and quantity aspects within viticulture |
The student reflects on quality and quantity aspects within viticulture |
The student evaluates new information and places it in relation to known knowledge in the subject |
The student will be able to report orally on a piece of independently performed written work within the framework of the course content according to instructions and act as opponent for another's work |
The student's grammatical errors do not impede understanding of the text, the presentation has a well-structured disposition and scientifically based conclusions. The opponent role is carried out in a factually critical way that is positive for the respondent |
The student's oral and written reports and the opponent's input have a logical disposition, are interesting and have a varied language relevant for the subject. The reports contain scientifically anchored personal reflections. |
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The student will have the opportunity to attend a study trip within the framework of the course content |
The student participates in a study trip within the framework of the course content |
The student actively participates in the study trip and reports on it in writing in an interesting and logical way. |
Litterature list
- VIticulture. An introduction to commercial grape growing for wine production, 2nd edition Författare: Stephen Skelton ISBN: ISBN Lulu: 978-0-9931-2537-3 Kommentar: Conditions I and II - Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 13
Cultivation measures - Chapters 5, 6, 14
Protection measures - Chapters 11, 12.
The annual cycle, harvest - Chapter 8.