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  • 1.00 Credits

    1 credit (1 lec hr/wk) This course offers students an overview of the food service industry; its history, its structure, organization, size, economic impact, trade journals and resources with a broad review of the various food service segments and the challenges thereof. Guest speakers representing various segments of the industry will provide an introduction to career opportunities and a view of real-world activities. Students will also be introduced and instructed in the front of the house environment including table service and proper service practices. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
  • 6.00 Credits

    6 credits (2 lec, 8 lec-lab hrs/wk) This course will cover fundamentals of baking and pastry (including terminology, ingredients, technology, equipment, recipe conversion, measurements, storage, and sanitation). Students will gain experience in using various mixing methods. Techniques in yeast and quick bread, pastry, pie, cookie, and dessert making and presentation will be covered. The yeast breads that are covered are lean and rich yeast doughs. Also included are laminated doughs, meringues, cakes and icing, creams and custards. Prerequisite: CRT2000 with a "C" orbetter.
  • 2.00 Credits

    2 credits (2 lec hrs/wk) This course will present an introduction from a culinary perspective to wine and spirits produced by European and American vineyards. Students will study wine production, labeling, and laws of the beverage industry. Emphasis is on developing a knowledge base suitable for assisting customers in choosing the "correct" wine for classical andcontemporary cuisine. Students will also be exposed to beer making, liqueurs and spirits. Students will take the Alcohol Servers Permit examination for Oregon. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
  • 1.00 Credits

    1 credit (1 lec hr/wk) This course will cover the basic principles of planning and design necessary to create a variety of menus for various food service operations. Layout, costing, and promotional approaches will be covered. Students will be required to design and create their own restaurant concept menu. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
  • 2.00 Credits

    2 credits (2 lec hrs/wk) This course will offer students an opportunity to design their own restaurant from the ground floor up based on their previous Menu Design Project. Emphasis will be on kitchen layout, dining room design, menu planning, staff allocation, exterior design, and obtaining business permits, insurance and financing. Students develop a concept proposal suitable for presentation. Prerequisite: CRT2005 and CRT 2007 with a "C" or better.
  • 1.00 Credits

    1 credit (1 lec hr/wk) This course will present basic principles of purchasing food, beverage, equipment, contract services, and supplies. Students will learn the necessary skills for product identification, supplier selection, ordering, receiving, storing, and issuing processes as they apply to purchasing and inventory controls in the food service industry. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
  • 6.00 Credits

    6 credits (2 lec, 8 lec-lab hrs/wk) This course is the first part of a two part course. A la Carte focuses on the composition structure and basic quality factors of meats, game, poultry, finfish and shellfish. USDA requirements and guidelines are introduced. IMPS and NAMPS classifications are discussed and some butchering is practiced. Three to four course daily menus are built around the aforementioned proteins, applying previously introduced moist and dry cooking methods. The students will gain competence in A la minute methods for preparing these menus. Plate presentation approaches in the classical and contemporary styles will be inlcuded. Simulation of a restaurant environment, in terms of timing of courses, is created. A La Carte I focuses on poultry, beef, game and veal. Prerequisite: CRT2000 with a "C" orbetter.
  • 6.00 Credits

    6 credits (2 lec, 8 lec-lab hrs/wk) This course is the second part of a two part course. A La Carte focuses on the composition, structure and basic quality factors of meats, game, poultry, finifish and shellfish. USDA requirements and guidelines are introduced. IMPS and NAMPS classifications are discussed and some butchering is practiced. Three to four course daily menus are built around the aforementioned proteins, applying previously introduced moist and dry cooking methods. The students will gain competence in A la minute methods for preparing these menus. Plate presentation approaches in the classical and contemporary styles will be included. Simulation of a restaurant environment, in terms of timing of courses, is created. A La Carte II focuses on Pork, Lamb, Finfish and Shellfish. Prerequisite: CRT2012 with a "C" orbetter.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk) This course develops an understanding of the basic principles of sanitation and safety and enables students to apply them in the food service operations. It reinforces personal hygiene habits and food handling practices that protects the health of the consumer. This course is based on the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association's ServSafe training and certification coursework and includes the ServSafe certification examination and standard First Aid training, which meets the standard requirements of OSHA, yet exceeds with CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). Safety in the workplace is also covered. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk) This course will cover the study of nutrition as it applies to food preparation, menu analysis, and recipe alternatives for the culinary arts. Students will learn how food affects the human body and will prepare nutritional menus within the context of kitchen and restaurant operation. Prerequisite: Instructor consent.
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