
Associate of Science in Culinary Arts
* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.
Program Description
Capital Culinary Institute of Keiser University is accredited by the American Culinary Federation. Its Associate of Science degree in Culinary Arts presents a comprehensive curriculum that includes laboratory sessions, academic preparation and hands-on experience. Students acquire professional knowledge of food, its preparation and handling and cooking from basic to advanced. The curriculum includes an internship to prepare students for entry-level positions in the food service industry.
Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives.
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To provide students with skills in the preparation, handling and cooking of foods both basic and creative
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To prepare students to produce nutritious, appetizing and attractive meals and specialty items
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To assist graduates in obtaining positions in the food service industry
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Prerequisites for Major Courses:
None
Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science degree in Culinary Arts, students must earn 84.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows.
| Baking and Pastry Major Courses (60.0 credit hours) |
Nutrition and Sensory Evaluation |
3.0 credit hours |
Principles of Foods |
3.0 credit hours |
Stocks and Sauces |
3.0 credit hours |
American Regional Cuisine |
3.0 credit hours |
Classical French Cuisine |
3.0 credit hours |
Introduction to Baking and Pastry |
3.0 credit hours |
Storeroom Operations |
3.0 credit hours |
World’s Popular Cuisines |
3.0 credit hours |
International Cuisines |
3.0 credit hours |
Basic Meat Science |
3.0 credit hours |
Pastries and Desserts |
3.0 credit hours |
Garde Manger I |
3.0 credit hours |
Food Service Supervision |
3.0 credit hours |
Dining Room Service |
3.0 credit hours |
Dining Room Procedures |
3.0 credit hours |
Food Service Sanitation |
3.0 credit hours |
Culinary Arts Externship |
12.0 credit hours |
Lower Division General Education Courses (36.0 credit hours) (pdf file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.
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