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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

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