This course introduces the basic principles of the preparation and plating of a variety of petit fours and individual dessert pastries. Emphasis is placed on traditional and contemporary petit fours and pastries utilizing updated production methods. Upon completion, students should be able to produce individual pastries and petit fours for buffet and special event settings.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-130: European Cakes and Tortes
This course introduces the production of a wide variety of classical and modern cakes suitable for restaurants, retail shops and large-scale production. Emphasis is placed on classic cakes using the methods of mixing, filling, glazing and icing. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare, assemble, and decorate gelatin-based and layered tortes and cakes such as Bavarian, Dobos, and Sacher.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847) CUL-260(S22857); Take previously. Required.<br>
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-150: Artisan & Specialty Bread
This course provides an advanced study in the art and craft of bread making. Topics include pertinent formulas and techniques associated with naturally leavened loaves, hearth breads, focaccia, flat breads, and other breads utilizing a variety of grains. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare artisan and specialty breads that meet or exceed the expectations of restaurant and retail publics.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take previously. Required.<br>
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-210: Cake Design and Decorating
This course covers advanced concepts in the design and decoration of wedding cakes and other specialty cakes. Topics include baking, filling, and assembling cakes; cake design; finishing techniques utilizing gum paste, fondant, and royal icing; and advanced piping skills. Upon completion, students should be able to design, create, finish and evaluate the quality of wedding and specialty cakes.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take previously. Required.<br>
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-220: Confection Artistry
This course introduces the principles and techniques of decorative sugar work and confectionary candy. Topics include nougat, marzipan modeling, pastillage and cocoa painting, confection candy and a variety of sugar techniques including blown, spun, poured and pulled. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare edible centerpieces and confections to enhance dessert buffets and plate presentations.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take previously. Required.<br>
Total Credits:4
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:6
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-230: Chocolate Artistry
This course provides a study in the art and craft of chocolate. Topics include chocolate tempering, piping, and molding; decorative work associated with cakes and centerpieces; and the candy production techniques of filling, enrobing and dipping. Upon completion, students should be able to properly evaluate tempered chocolate and produce a variety of chocolate candies and decorative elements for garnishing desserts.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take previously. Required.<br>Take BPA-230A; Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-230A: Chocolate Artistry Lab
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the art and craft of chocolate. Emphasis is placed on chocolate tempering, piping, and molding; decorative work associated with cakes and centerpieces; and candy production techniques of filling, enrobing and dipping. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic proficiency in the preparation of decorative chocolate centerpieces, garnishes and candies.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take BPA-230(S20766); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>Take BPA-230(S22831) CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>
Total Credits:1
Class Credits:0
Lab Credits:2
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-240: Plated Desserts
This course provides a study in the elements and principles of design as they relate to plated desserts. Topics include plate composition, portioning, flavor pairings, textures, temperatures, eye appeal, balance, color harmony and plate decorating/painting techniques such as stenciling and chocolate striping. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in combining a variety of dessert components enhanced with plate decorating techniques.
Course Prerequisites:
Take CUL-110(S11030) CUL-160(S13015); Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847) CUL-260(S22857); Take previously. Required.<br>
Total Credits:3
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:4
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-250: Dessert and Bread Production
This course is designed to merge artistry and innovation with the practical baking and pastry techniques utilized in a production setting. Emphasis is placed on quantity bread and roll-in dough production, plated and platter presentations, seasonal/theme product utilization and cost effectiveness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, prepare and evaluate breads and desserts within a commercial environment and determine production costs and selling prices.
Course Prerequisites:
Take BPA-150; Take previously. Required.<br>Take CUL-110(S22835) CUL-160(S22847) CUL-260(S22857) BPA-150 BPA-210(S22830) BPA-260(S22834); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>
Total Credits:5
Class Credits:1
Lab Credits:8
Clinic Credits:0
BPA-260: Pastry and Baking Marketing
This course is designed to cover the marketing concepts and merchandising trends utilized in bakery and pastry operations. Emphasis is placed on menu planning, pricing products/strategies, resale and wholesale distribution methods, legal implications, and advertising techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to create a marketing plan that will serve as a basis for a capstone experience.
Course Prerequisites:
Take BPA-150 BPA-210(S22830); Take previously. Required.<br>Take BPA-250(S22833); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>Take BPA-250(S23072) CUL-260(S22857); Take either previously or concurrently. Required.<br>
