CA43 Culinary Arts, Associate of Applied Science Degree

Effective 202712

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 5 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 68

Program Description

The Culinary Arts Degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory, safety and sanitation, nutrition, and practical applications necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts Degree. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Entry-level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caterers/culinary managers.

Accreditation

The Culinary Arts, Associate Degree and Diploma are accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation, Inc. (ACFEF), Accrediting Commission/committee at 180 Center Pl Way, St., Augustine, FL 32095, Phone (478) 207-2440, Web: https://www.acfchefs.org/.

Program Outcomes

Culinary Arts AAS
CA43 AY 2018 AY 2019 AY 2020
Total Enrollment 54 64 70
Retention Rate 100.0% 60.0% 83.3%
Graduation Rate 59.4% 79.2% 78.6%
Entry Level Certification by Graduation 0 0 0
Placement Rate 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Sources: Enrollment KMS TEC0180, Retention TEC0200, Graduation TEC3111, Placement TEC0112

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
  • Meet assessment requirements
  • Student must have the ability to lift 25 lbs., to do prolonged standing, and to tolerate heat.

Approximate additional costs other than tuition, fees, and textbooks

2 sets of uniform with aprons $115
Knife kit $310

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Contact Us

Timothy Patridge, Program Coordinator

Email: timothy.patridge@sctech.edu

Phone: (770) 412-5708

 

Program Courses

General Education Core (Required minimum: 15 Credit Hours)

 

Area I - Language Arts/Communication: 3 credit hrs

ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences: 3 credit hrs

ECON 1101Principles of Economics

3

OR

PSYC 1101Introductory Psychology

3

OR

SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology

3

OR

POLS 1101American Government

3

OR

HIST 2111U.S. History I

3

Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics: 3 credit hrs

MATH 1100Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

OR

MATH 1101Mathematical Modeling

3

OR

MATH 1111College Algebra

3

OR

MATH 1103Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

 

Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts: 3 credit hrs

HUMN 1101Introduction to Humanities

3

OR

MUSC 1101Music Appreciation

3

OR

ARTS 1101Art Appreciation

3

OR

ENGL 2130American Literature

3

OR

THEA 1101Theatre Appreciation

3

General Core Elective - 3 credit hrs

 
Choose one non-repetitive course from Area I, II, III or IV (see General Education Core Classes in this catalog)

3

Occupational Courses - 53 credit hrs

 

Required

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

CHEF 1000Fundamentals of Culinary Arts

3

CHEF 1110Culinary Safety and Sanitation

3

 

Cooking Option - 6 credit hours

CHEF 1120Principles of Cooking

6

OR

CHEF 1122Foundations of Cooking Principles

3

CHEF 1124Foundations of Cooking

3

 

CHEF 1500Baking Principles I

5

CHEF 2010Garde Manger

4

CHEF 1530Fundamentals of Restaurant Operations

5

CHEF 2030Contemporary Cuisine

4

CHEF 1150Introduction to Nutrition and Sustainable Practices

3

CHEF 1510Menu Development

2

 

Culinary/Hospitality Related Elective Options (12 credit hours)

CHEF 2001Baking Principles II

3

OR

CHEF 2020International Cuisine

3

OR

CHEF 2040American Regional Cuisine

3

OR

CHEF 2050Irish Cuisine and Culture

3

OR

CHEF 2250Advanced Baking Principles

6

OR

CHEF 2100Culinary Practicum

6

 

Select one of the following Leadership courses:

MGMT 1115Leadership

3

CHEF 1140Principles of Culinary Leadership

3