Culinary Arts
Diploma
Contact Information
Kathleen Fervan
706-771-4084
Deborah Moreno
706-771-4083
Augusta Campus - Building 400

Entrance Dates: Fall and Spring
Length of Program: Six Quarters
Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 92

Program Description

The Culinary Arts program is a sequence of courses that prepare students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and the skills 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 Diploma. 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, caters, or culinary managers. High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program.

Employment Opportunities

Program graduates are prepared for entry-level jobs as cooks, bakers, and managers. Through the American Culinary Federation Educational Institute, program graduates are eligible to become certified cooks/bakers after one year of approved work experience.

Upon completion of the six-quarter program of study, the student is qualified to work in a food preparation, production, or service area in a variety of food service establishments.

Curriculum Outline Credits
General Core Courses 13
ENG 101 English 5
MAT 1012 Foundations of  Mathematics 5
EMP 100 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 3
Occupational Courses 79
CUL 100 Professionalism in Culinary Arts 3
CUL 110 Food Service Sanitation and Safety 3
CUL 112 Principles of Cooking 6
CUL 114 American Regional Cuisine 5
CUL 116 Food Service Purchasing and Control 3
CUL 121 Baking Principles I 5
CUL 122 Baking Principles II 5
CUL 127 Banquet Preparation and Presentation 4
CUL 129 Front of the House Services 3
CUL 130 Pantry, Hors D'Oeuvres and Canapés 5
CUL 132 Garde Manager 5
CUL 133 Food Service Leadership and Decision Making (or)
MSD 103 Leadership 5
CUL 137 Nutritional Food and Menu Development 3
CUL 215 Contemporary Cuisine I 5
CUL 220 Contemporary Cuisine II 5
CUL 216 Practicum/Internship 11
SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 3

Notes:

  • Culinary Arts students must submit a health card prior to registration for lab/internship courses and provide documentation concerning their ability to lift up to fifty pounds. Academic advisors will provide information to students concerning application procedures for health cards.