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International Cuisine Certificate

Program Overview

Award Type

Certificate

Catalog Description

This program prepares students for exposure to various international cuisines from different parts of the world to broaden their knowledge in the history of cuisines, regions of countries, foods indigenous to the area, key ingredients, cooking techniques and procedures. The certificate will include cuisines from Europe, Italy, France, Latin America, Asian, and North America.

Program Outcomes

Once the program has been completed, students should be able to:

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Demonstrate correct personal hygiene and food sanitation techniques in a professional kitchen environment.

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Identify the major regions of international cuisine and specific dishes and techniques used in various countries.

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Describe the elements, indigenous ingredients, and cooking techniques of the various countries.

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Describe how economics, demographics, and geography influence regional international cuisine.

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Describe menu composition and variety of menu items in the differing cuisines and countries.

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Demonstrate the preparation methods used in the varying countries throughout different countries.

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Develop a collection of over 200 authentic cuisine recipes from various countries.

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Design and prepare a menu featuring the differing countries throughout the world.

Recommended Course Sequence

Course	Title	Hours
First Semester		6 Credits
CLC120 ^	College Success Seminar	2
HCM110	Introduction to Hospitality Industry	3
HCM113	ServSafe: Food Service Sanitation	1
Second Semester		10 Credits
Course	Title	Hours
HCM111	Culinary Principles I	4
HCM15_	HCM elective (see list below)	3
HCM15_	HCM elective (see list below)	3
Third Semester		7 Credits
Course	Title	Hours
HCM112	Culinary Principles II	4
HCM15_	HCM elective (see list below)	3
Total Hours for Certificate		23
International Cuisine Certificate elective options
Course	Title	Hours
HCM150	Contemporary Restaurant Breakfast	3
HCM151	American Regional Cuisine	3
HCM152	European Cuisine	3
HCM153	Latin American Cuisine	3
HCM154	Italian Regional Cuisine	3
HCM155	French Regional Cuisine	3
HCM159	Culinary Arts Study Abroad	3

^ CLC 120 is an institutional requirement for graduation.