Skagit Valley College

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 Course Title:   Introduction to Culinary Arts

 Title Abbreviation:   INTRO TO CULINARY ARTS

 Department:    CUL

 Course #:    170

 Credits:    1

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    1

 CIP:    120503

 EPC:    850

 REV:    2021


 Course Description  

Introduction and exploration of the Hospitality and Baking industry to include career exploration and industry trends.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Additional Course Details

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 11

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0


Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Other Institution Equivalencies Table
Institution Course # Remarks
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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Define hospitality and the philosophy of the hospitality industry.
  2. Evaluate career opportunities through the participation of a job shadow.
  3. Discuss industry trends as they relate to career opportunities and the future of the industry.
  4. Discuss industry trade periodicals.
  5. Discuss professional ethics practiced in the industry.
  6. Prepare a resume.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

  1. Professionalism
  2. Research of Culinary Careers
  3. Resume Writing
  4. Introduction to Culinary Industry