Culinary Arts, Diploma

Program Details

Semester 1

• HCM 100 - Sanitation & Safety Credits: 2
• HCM 143 - Food Preparation I Credits: 3
• HCM 144 - Food Preparation I Lab Credits: 3
• HCM 215 - Fine Dining Experience 2 Lab Credits: 2
• HCM 320 - Intro to Hospitality Industry Credits: 2
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
• Select 3 credits from Option 1 Credits: 3

Semester 2

• HCM 200 - Dining Room Service Credits: 2
• HCM 231 - Nutrition Credits: 2
• HCM 510 - Work Experience Credits: 3
• MGT 145 - Human Relations in Management Credits: 3
• Any 3 credits AAS degree core Communications    Credits: 3
• Select 3 credits from Option 2 Credits: 3

Semester 3

• HCM 110 - Baking (lab) Credits: 2
• HCM 152 - Food Preparation II Credits: 2
• HCM 153 - Food Preparation II Lab Credits: 2
• HCM 270 - Garde Manger Credits: 2

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diploma - 40

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$178.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for program: $8,585**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operation of a kitchen.
• Specialize in frying, baking, roasting, broiling or sauce cookery.
• Create new recipes to build a reputation as an expert; be responsible for food purchasing, estimates of consumption, menu planning and price rates.
• Specialize in preparation and cooking of exotic dishes, foods, or foreign flavor and elaborate dishes.
• Arrange for special menus for conventions, training seminars and workshops.
• Supervise and manage to include such duties as interviewing, hiring and firing kitchen help.
• Responsible for supervising and the serving and mixing of alcoholic beverages.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Ability to read and follow recipes and directions carefully and learn to use new methods.
• Work under pressure and with some confusion.
• Acquire a sense of taste and smell.
• Work well on your own and with others.
• Visualize how a finished product will look.
• Use arithmetic in measurements, purchasing and cost control.
• Supervise and manage people.

What Else Should I Consider about this Diploma program?

• Success depends upon demonstrating strong organizational skills.
• Success depends on demonstrating strong math skills.
• May work irregular hours, including nights and/or holidays and weekends.
• May be able to go into business for yourself.
• Anticipated average starting salary $16,640 (diploma); $22,157 (A.A.S. degree) (2010-2011 Placement Report)

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate the workplace basic skills of listening, writing, computing, problem solving, interpersonal relationships and leadership.
2. Demonstrate the ability to select, identify, prepare, and properly store meats, game, poultry, fish, seafood, fruits, and vegetables.
3. Prepare basic stocks, sauces, and soups.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use basic baking fundamentals and procedures.
5. Demonstrate the ability to use frying, baking, roasting, broiling, and sauté cookery techniques.
6. Apply knowledge of nutrition in food preparation.
7. Implement good sanitation and safety procedures.
8. Operate kitchen equipment safely.
9. Clean kitchen equipment safely.
10. Apply good knife techniques and efficient work productivity.
11. Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and adaptable.
12. Utilize effective time management rules and techniques.
13. Demonstrate the ability to work in a team setting.

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