CMGT 100 Culinary Basics
This course introduces the student to the field of culinary arts. Students will learn basic fundamentals and techniques associated with becoming a professional chef. Topics covered include knife skills, cooking techniques, product identification, and an overview of the history and careers within the culinary arts profession.
Hours Weekly
1 hour weekly
Course Objectives
- Describe the progression and history of the culinary arts profession.
- List the characteristics of a successful chef and explain the professional code of a chef.
- Develop basic knife skills, including the comprehension of basic knife cuts.
- Identify food products and equipment commonly used in a commercial kitchen.
- Utilize basic culinary terminology.
- Exhibit menu management skills.
- Utilize basic culinary measurements and recipe conversions.
Course Objectives
- Describe the progression and history of the culinary arts profession.
This objective is a course Goal Only
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Quiz
- List the characteristics of a successful chef and explain the professional code of a chef.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Project
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Culinary Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
1. Function at the entry- to mid-level management position within culinary savory and baking kitchen settings in the hospitality field.
- Develop basic knife skills, including the comprehension of basic knife cuts.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Quiz
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Culinary Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
3. Maintain appropriate cost control, human resources, and financial management skills.
- Identify food products and equipment commonly used in a commercial kitchen.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Quiz
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Culinary Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
4. Maintain industry and legal standards in reference to sanitation and safety.
- Utilize basic culinary terminology.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Participation Activity
- Exhibit menu management skills.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Quiz
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Culinary Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
3. Maintain appropriate cost control, human resources, and financial management skills.
- Utilize basic culinary measurements and recipe conversions.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Quiz
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Culinary Management - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
5. Identify, understand, evaluate, and apply ethical reasoning.