For Program Information please contact:
Perrymon, Joseph,
Chair
Room 1104A
Atlanta Technical College
1560 Metropolitan Parkway
Atlanta GA 30310
404.225.4575.

jperrymo@atlantatech.edu


CULINARY ARTS
DIPLOMA

The Culinary Arts 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 and practical application necessary for success¬ful employment. Program graduates receive a Culinary Arts Diploma. Graduates who are current practitioners will benefit through enhancement of career potential. Re-entry level persons will be prepared to pursue diverse opportunities in the culinary field as cooks, bakers, or caters/culinary managers.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
ATC’s Career Placement Office is available to assist students in finding employment in their occupational fields. Location: Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 128

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
* Must be 16 years of age
* Official high school or GED transcript is required to apply
* Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, Language, and Math
* Transfer of previous post secondary credits will be determined by the registrar.
Student Performance/Graduation Requirements: Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete all required courses to graduate.

CORE COURSES
Curriculum
1. Essential General Core Courses
1. Courses  
Credits
EMP 100 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development
3
ENG 100 English
5
MAT 100 Basic Mathematics
5
Total
11
2. Essential Fundamental Occupational Courses
SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers
3
CUL 100 Professionalism in Culinary Arts
3
CUL 110 Food Service Sanitation/Safety
3
CUL 112 Principles of Cooking
5
CUL 114 American Regional Cuisine
5
CUL 116 Food Service Purchasing and Control
3
CUL 121 Baking Principles I
5
CUL 122 Baking Principles II
5
CUL 127 Banquet Preparation/Presentation
4
CUL 130 Pantry, Hors D'oeuvres/Canapes
5
CUL 129 Front of the House Serevices
3
CUL 132 Grade Manager
5
CUL 133 Food Service Leadership & Decision making
5
CUL 137 Nutritional and Menu Development
3
CUL 215 Contemporary Cuisine I
5
CUL 220 Contemporary Cuisine II
5
CUL 216 Practicum/Internship
12
Total
79
   
 
  Minimum Quarter-hour Credits Required for Graduation
90
  Minimum Program Length in Quarters
6
  Estimated Program Cost
$5,292