306476 (v.2) Grape and Wine Technology 302

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Area:	Muresk Institute
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	5.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Laboratory:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	13498 (v.3) Vine and Grape Physiology 102 or any previous version
Syllabus:	Genes and their regulation. The theory and biochemistry of - DNA replication and transcription, translation and the genetic code. Recombinant DNA and technology and genetic engineering. Molecular approaches in the study of grapevine pests and pathogens. Application of gene technology in viticulture. Vine improvement - mass and clonal selection, methods of developing new varieties - hybridisation, induced mutation. Introduction of new varieties and improved clones. Genetically modified foods - consumer reaction. Development and commercialisation of gene technology products in the food industry - case studies
Unit Outcomes:	Upon the completion of this unit students will have - Gained knowledge and an understanding of the principles of grape and wine biotechnology at the "cutting edge" of the wine industry. An awareness of other innovations and the state of research and development in the wine industry.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Boulton R.B, Singleton V.L, Bisson L.F, Kunkee R.E., (1996), Principles and practices of Winemaking, Melbourne, Chapman and Hall Enology Library, International Thompson Publishing. Fleet G.H, (Ed).,(1998), Wine Microbiology and Biotechnology, Melbourne, Harwood Academic Publishers. Fugelsang K., (199), Wine Microbiology, Melbourne, Chapman and Hall Enology Library, International Thompson Publishing.
Unit Texts:	Ribereau-Gayon P, Dubourdieu D, Doneche B, Lonvaud A., (2000), Handbook of Enology, Vol 1, The Microbiology of Wine and Vinifications, Brisbane, John Wiley and Sons.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Mid semester exam (molecular biology) 50%, Viticulture Assignment 25%, Wine Assignment Case study and seminar (research and development) 25%. This is a grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y     2004 Margaret River Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Margaret River Campus Semester 2 Y