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
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