Culinary Arts
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
First Semester
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CULN1083 | Food Safety & Service Training | 3 |
| CULN1143 | Culinary Foundations | 3 |
| CULN1373 | Purchasing & Cost Control | 3 |
| CULN1479 | Kitchen Fundamentals | 9 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Second Semester
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CULN2043 | Fundamentals of Nutrition | 3 |
| CULN2183 | Menu Planning | 3 |
| CULN2263 | Cooking Techniques & Preps | 3 |
| CULN2479 | Culinary Preparations | 9 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Entrance Requirements
Recommended
- Knowledge of basic math
- Reading
- Writing skills
In culinary arts, you’ll gain extensive hands-on experience in food production while adhering to all food safety and sanitation standards. You’ll prepare institutional meals in a production lab, serve guests at The Refinery Restaurant, work in a learning lab at The Collegiate Restaurant, and practice hospitality management. Along the way, you’ll build the technical, creative, and professional skills needed for success in commercial kitchens, upscale dining, and innovative culinary careers.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
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