Intermediate Sensory Skills Course Information

Updated Course Description: The Sensory Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Sensory Skills Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has cupping experience and wants to develop their sensory skills and knowledge of related science. This course covers a wide range of topics, including the physiology of taste and aroma; the types of sensory analysis tests, the operation of a cupping session; the diversity of coffee attributes; the use of the SCA Flavor Wheel and WCR Sensory Lexicon; and the implementation of a sensory analysis panel and session.

Course Length: Minimum 14 hours including practical exam.

Pre-requisites: None; Introduction to Coffee, Sensory Skills Foundation and Green Coffee Foundation recommended All knowledge and skill from these modules will be assumed as being held and may be tested through the practical and/or written assessments.

Sensory Skills Intermediate Resources

• World Coffee Research Sensory Lexicon v.2

• SCA TasterWheel English 8.5x11

• SCA Protocols & Best Practices

• SCAA Cupping Scoresheet

• The Coffee Cupper’s Handbook

• Triangle Test Statistics Table (pro level for fun : )

• SCA Premier Sensory & Green Coffee Requirements

• Appendix A & B SCA Sensory Skills Intermediate
  

Written Exam Information:

Total Exam: 35 Questions.
Total Time Allowed: 37 minutes.
Passing Score: 70% and above.

Practical Exam Information:

Total Time Allowed: 60 minutes
Total Number of Sections: 4
Passing Score: 70% and above.