This hands-on program trains students in specialty coffee preparation, latte art, and café operations according to Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) standards. Includes farm-to-cup education and business fundamentals.
Duration: 3 Weeks
Week | Module | Key Topics | Type |
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1 | Coffee Fundamentals | History, growing regions, processing methods, sensory skills | Lab + Theory |
Espresso Mastery | Grind science, dose/yield, extraction principles, machine maintenance | Lab | |
2 | Milk Science & Latte Art | Steaming techniques, free pouring, etching, advanced designs | Lab |
Brewing Methods | Pour-over, AeroPress, siphon, cold brew, nitro coffee | Lab | |
3 | Café Operations | Workflow optimization, equipment maintenance, health codes | Theory + Lab |
Customer Experience | Menu design, flavor pairing, service psychology | Roleplay | |
Capstone Project | Pop-up café service, SCA certification exams | Practical |
History, growing regions, processing methods, sensory skills
Lab + TheoryGrind science, dose/yield, extraction principles, machine maintenance
LabSteaming techniques, free pouring, etching, advanced designs
LabPour-over, AeroPress, siphon, cold brew, nitro coffee
LabWorkflow optimization, equipment maintenance, health codes
Theory + LabMenu design, flavor pairing, service psychology
RoleplayPop-up café service, SCA certification exams
PracticalSpecializations available in Competition Barista or Café Management tracks.