This program prepares students to work in service, production, fast foods, and baking areas of the food service industry. Program content includes American Culinary Federation information. Students will be provided with safe and efficient work practices, basic occupational skills, employability skills, and strong work ethics.
To receive any credential in this program, the student must:
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better in all credit hours to be used towards the credential.
- Earn a “C” or better in all coursework.
- Complete the coursework listed below.
- Demonstrate the skills needed for entry and advanced levels of employment in a culinary career.
- Demonstrate the skills needed to work in service, production, fast foods, and baking areas of the food service industry.
- Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices, basic occupational skills, employability skills, and strong work ethics.
First Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CULN 1113 | Culinary Calculations | 3 |
| CULN 1123 | Hospitality Industry Overview | 3 |
| CULN 1133 | Sanitation and Safety | 3 |
| CULN 1143 | Basic Culinary Skills | 3 |
| CULN 1153 | Culinary Nutrition | 3 |
Semester Total: 15
Second Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CULN 1213 | Dining Room Service | 3 |
| CULN 1249 | Food Preparation and Service | 9 |
| CULN 1233 | Restaurant Management | 3 |
Semester Total: 15
Third Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CULN 1316 | Baking and Pastry | 6 |
| CULN 1323 | Regional Cuisine | 3 |
| CULN 1333 | International Cuisine | 3 |
| CULN 1343 | À La Carte | 3 |
Semester Total: 15
Total Hours, Culinary Arts and Occupations Technical Diploma: 45
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CULN 1113 | Culinary Calculations | 3 |
| CULN 1123 | Hospitality Industry Overview | 3 |
| CULN 1133 | Sanitation and Safety | 3 |
| CULN 1143 | Basic Culinary Skills | 3 |
| CULN 1223 | Culinary Nutrition | 3 |
CTC, Prep Cook: 15 Credit Hours
For more information, contact the Division of Technical Education at (225) 216-8367.