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Culinary Arts AAS

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Program Description

The Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science degree at Weatherford College provides students with the foundational skills and advanced techniques needed for a successful career in the culinary industry. This hands-on program blends classical cooking methods with modern culinary trends, emphasizing food preparation, safety and sanitation, baking and pastry arts, nutrition, and kitchen management.

Students gain real-world experience in professional kitchen settings and develop competencies in menu planning, cost control, and customer service. The curriculum also includes general education courses to enhance communication, critical thinking, and business acumen.

Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level to mid-level positions in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and other food service establishments, or to continue their education in hospitality or culinary management.

Degree

Associate of Applied Science

CIP Code

12.0503

Program Requirements

First Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CHEF 1301

Basic Culinary Skills

3

CHEF 1305

Sanitation and Safety

3

PSTR 1301

Fundamentals of Baking

3

ENGL 1301

Composition I

3

Creative Arts Elective

Creative Arts Elective

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Second Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CHEF 1310

Garde Manger

3

RSTO 2301

Prin. of Food & Beverage Controls

3

IFWA 1318

Nutrition for the Food Service Prof.

3

CHEF 1314

A La Carte Cooking

3

Social/Behavioral Sci. Elective

Social/Behavioral Sci. Elective

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Third Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

RSTO 2405

Managmt. of Food Production & Service (Capstone)

4

HAMG 2305

Hospitality Management & Leadership

3

PSTR 2431

Advanced Pastry Shop

4

CHEF 2302

Saucier (Capstone)

3

Sub-Total Credits

14

Fourth Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

ENGL.1301

English Comp I

3

RSTO 1301

Beverage Management

3

CHEF 1380

Cooperative Education - Culinary Arts/Chef Training

3

CHEF 1445

International Cuisine

4

SPCH X3XX

Speech.

3

Sub-Total Credits

16

Total Credits

60