Associate of Applied Science in Viticulture

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Viticulture provides students with the foundational scientific and mathematical knowledge, practical experiences and technological skills of the cultivation of grapes for making wine. This program emphasizes hands-on experiences and internships at local vineyards and wineries in Ashtabula County. Graduates are qualified for positions in the commercial winemaking industry as a viticulturist, vineyard manager and assistant vineyard manager. Program Learning Outcomes Graduates of this program will be able to: Identify and safely use planting, cultivating, spraying and harvesting equipment found in a vineyard. Identify the various parts of a grapevine and describe the sequential growth cycle of grapevines. Properly prune grapevines, including calculations regarding the appropriate balanced pruning formula. Identify and treat major pest, weed and fungus infestations in a vineyard, including preventative treatments. Perform random sample on vines to predict crop yield and maintain vine balance. Collect fruit samples and perform lab analyses regarding harvest parameters. Make decisions regarding vineyard management practices, including planting, pruning, harvest, nutrition, planning and winterization.