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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

CHEF 1310

Basic Baking

3

ENGL 1301

Composition I

3

MATH 1314

College Algebra

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Second Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CHEF 1341

Basic Food Preparation

3

CHEF 1345

Garde Manger

3

CHEF 2301

Intermediate Culinary Skills

3

BMGT 1327

Principles of Management

3

SPCH 1315

Public Speaking

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Third Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CHEF 2343

Advanced Food Preparation

3

CHEF 2347

Advanced Baking and Pastry

3

CHEF 2380

Cooperative Education - Culinary Arts/Chef Training

3

ACCT 2301

Principles of Financial Accounting

3

PSYC 2301

General Psychology

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Fourth Semester

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CHEF 2331

Catering and Banquet Service

3

CHEF 2335

Nutrition for Food Service

3

CHEF 2381

Cooperative Education - Culinary Arts/Chef Training

3

MRKG 1311

Principles of Marketing

3

HIST 1301

United States History I

3

Sub-Total Credits

15

Total Credits

60