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Food Theory

Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-316-119

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Course Description

10-316-119 FOOD THEORY ...develop the knowledge, skills and understanding of food preparation in commercial kitchens. (Prerequisite: Acceptance in Culinary Specialist technical diploma or Culinary Management associate degree; must take with 10-316-122 Professional Cooking 1)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?

This course is associated with the following programs:

What will I learn?

  1. Identify skills required in food preparation.
  2. Identify various cooking techniques.
  3. Identify uses of culinary tools, knives and equipment.
  4. Integrate proper sanitation techniques.
  5. Manage mise en place techniques.
  6. Utilize math skills for the food industry.
  7. Determine proper cooking and holding times.
  8. Identify appropriate methods for measuring recipe ingredients.
  9. Use principles of food science during food preparation.
  10. Determine the cost per portion of meat cuts, poultry, fish, and shellfish.

Class Details

Class Number:
22381
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
Spring 2025
Session:
8W2
Instructors:
David Crawford
Date Range:
-
Estimated Cost:
$496.55 *

Meeting Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location(s)
03/26/25 - 05/19/25 M, W
8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Green Bay Campus Room BT315

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