Faculty of Science
In addition to our degree, diploma, certificate and citation programs, the Faculty of Science also offers short-term continuing and professional studies (CPS) in a variety of subjects, including brewing, professional pest management, and more.
Science CPS courses are open to everyone, whether for general interest or those looking to to build or gain new skills. If you're considering pursuing a post-secondary program, these courses will help you develop your skills and increase your confidence, while getting to know our instructors and programs better.
All of our courses are taught by qualified instructors and industry professionals. The Faculty of Science can also work with your organization to create a customized training program or workshop for your employees.
SUMMER 2025
Brewing Chemistry Basics
Aug. 19-28, 2025
7:00-8:30 PM (PST) (Tues and Thurs evenings: Aug. 19, 21, 26 and 28)
Online | Live/synchronous classes plus online assignments
PBRW 9002 A50 | $250.00 + GST
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Whether you're a novice in brewing, a passionate homebrewer or wanting to improve your brewing knowledge for work, this Brewing Chemistry Basics course will delve into essential chemistry concepts to help you understand the chemical foundation of beer and the science behind it.
This course is designed for people who are already working in the industry, home brewing enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about the science of beer.
Participants will receive a certificate of completion after finishing this course.
FALL 2025
Recipe Design for Beer Enthusiasts
Sept. 18-Oct. 30, 2025
Online, asynchronous
PBRW 9005 A10 | $199.00 + GST
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Are you a home brewer that's been brewing other people's recipes but wanting to create your own or improve your home-brewed beers? Magic can happen with just four simple ingredients! Join us for an introduction to basic beer recipe design for people with some home brewing or very limited brewing experience.
Taught by award-winning brewer and instructor, Alek Egi, this course will cover the basic calculations to determine the amount of water, malt, hops, and yeast to produce a specified quantity of beer. Anchor your learning with quizzes at the end of each segment. Offered online as an asynchronous course consisting of six segments ranging between 35 and 70 minutes in length, you can complete the course at your own pace. Registered students will have access to the course for a few weeks after the end date.
Participants will receive a certificate of completion after finishing this course.
Preparation for Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) Exam
Oct. 17-Nov. 21, 2025 (no class Nov. 14)
In Person | 5:00-8:00 pm
KPU Tech, Cloverdale
PCAD 9011 | $650.00 + GST
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The Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) exam preparation course is designed for users who want to get their CSWP certification in Mechanical Design. A SolidWorks instructor will guide students through the required knowledge and strategies, as well as sample exam materials, to prepare students for exam success.
Students will practice with hands-on timed exercises, designed to mimic the CSWP requirements, so they will gain a thorough understanding of the exam expectations.
This course also includes the CSWP exam — a comprehensive, non-proctored online exam — that tests an individual's ability to design and analyze parametric parts and movable assemblies using a variety of complex features in SolidWorks, including design validation tools. Final exam and certification are provided by SolidWorks.
It is strongly recommended that students have at least six months experience using SolidWorks before taking this professional-level course.
This course is available for StrongerBC future skills grant between September 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026. The course must have a start date between Sept 1 - Feb 28 to be eligible for funding. Please contact CPS@kpu.ca on how to apply.
Please browse the list of Science courses here.