Culinary Arts Technology A.A.S

The Culinary Arts Technology concentration provides a solid foundation in the methods and science of cooking through exposure to classical, American, and international cuisine as well as the art of baking and pastries. Special emphasis is placed on culinary tools, equipment, techniques, and specialty ingredients. The heart of the Culinary Arts Technology program is hands-on lab instruction by a chef instructor in a commercial kitchen. A one-year certificate in Culinary Arts: Food Preparation option may be awarded after successful completion of the courses listed in the certificate sequence. Completion of the two-year program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree. In addition, students completing this program will be eligible to obtain ServSafe Sanitation certification from the National Restaurant Association.