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2026-2027 Catalog

Culinary Arts Degree (CA43) Associate of Applied Science Degree

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Program Description:

The Culinary Arts Degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts Degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caterers/culinary managers.

Entrance Dates:

Beginning of any semester. Fall semester for occupational courses.

General Education Core (15 Credit Hours)

ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

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Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

3

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Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective

3

 

MATH 1103Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

OR

MATH 1101Mathematical Modeling

3

OR

MATH 1111College Algebra

3

 

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General Education Core Elective

3

Occupational Curriculum (53 Credit Hours)

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

CHEF 1000Fundamentals of Culinary Arts

3

CHEF 1110Culinary Safety and Sanitation

3

CHEF 1120Principles of Cooking

6

CHEF 1150Introduction to Nutrition and Sustainable Practices

3

CHEF 1500Baking Principles I

5

CHEF 1510Menu Development

2

CHEF 1530Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations

5

CHEF 2010Garde Manger

4

CHEF 2030Contemporary Cuisine

4

 

CHEF 1140Principles of Culinary Leadership

3

OR

MGMT 1115Leadership

3

 

CHEF 2100Culinary Practicum

6

OR

CHEF 2020International Cuisine

3

AND

CHEF 2250Advanced Baking Principles

6

 

CHEF xxxx
Culinary/Hospitality Related Elective (see advisor for recommended list)

3

Total Credit Hours: 68 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation