CATALOG 2011-2012 - The Art Institutes
CATALOG 2011-2012 - The Art Institutes
CATALOG 2011-2012 - The Art Institutes
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CULINARY ARTS<br />
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS: 7 QUARTERS<br />
ABOUT THE PROGRAM<br />
Today, America’s interest in culinary arts is growing and prospering as never before. Few occupations<br />
can offer the creativity and excitement found in the culinary arts. <strong>The</strong> associate’s degree level Culinary<br />
<strong>Art</strong>s degree program consists of courses covering basic skills and techniques, purchasing and cost<br />
control, kitchen management, international cuisine, nutrition, dining room procedures, garde manger,<br />
baking and pastries, à la carte kitchen, and an internship with a food service operation in the greater<br />
metropolitan area. <strong>The</strong> curriculum for this program is based on the classical principles of Escoffier,<br />
emphasizing progressive techniques and trends. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Art</strong> <strong>Institutes</strong> International Minnesota graduates<br />
will be prepared to seek entry-level positions in the field of hospitality and culinary arts.<br />
PROGRAM MISSION<br />
<strong>The</strong> mission of the Culinary <strong>Art</strong>s Associate degree program is to provide an environment for students to<br />
become learners who possess the skills, knowledge, creativity and ethical values necessary in the rapidly<br />
changing, culturally diverse culinary professions. Overall the intent of the program is to have experienced<br />
industry professionals impart their knowledge and technical acumen to the students. <strong>The</strong> approach to<br />
education relies heavily on actually participating in projects that are practical and technical in scope.<br />
Graduating students will be prepared to seek entry-level positions in the field of hospitality and culinary arts.<br />
PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES<br />
1. Establish and maintain safety and sanitation procedures<br />
2. Prepare standardized recipes using a variety of cooking techniques<br />
which meet industry quality standards<br />
3. Prepare a variety of international recipes utilizing the correct techniques,<br />
ingredients and equipment which meet industry quality standards<br />
4. Describe and perform tasks related to common business practices in the culinary<br />
industry, including inventory, menu planning, cost control, and food purchasing<br />
5. Describe the principles of food and beverage management<br />
6. Define and articulate the core values of the culinary professional<br />
7. Seek entry-level positions in commercial and institutional food service settings<br />
THE ART INSTITUTES INTERNATIONAL MINNESOTA