Literature Searching: Given a specific component of a beer sample, search the scientific literature for a published method compatible with the instrumentation and supplies available. Method Selection: Evaluate the pros and cons of different methods and choose the best one. Budgeting and Ordering: Create a list of supplies, identify amount required and manufacturer, and determine overall cost. Sample Preparation: Develop a procedure for sample preparation by following and/or adapting literature protocol. Accurate Preparation of Standards: Design a procedure to prepare standards by following and/or adapting literature protocol. Troubleshooting: Adapt the procedure to solve experimental problems as they arise. Identify and solve errors with instrumentation such as a clogged column, low lamp intensity, misaligned burner, etc. Ethics: Employ ethical practices in the utilization and interpretation of data. This is especially important because the brewery will make decisions about production based upon the data reported. Interpretation of Data : Draw conclusions about the accuracy, precision, and reliability of the results. Future Work : Recommend future directions for the project.