CAH 170 – Gourmet Cooking
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Gourmet Cooking
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2 credits = .5 hour lecture + 3 hour lab
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Lecture & lab
Hutchison Institute of Technology rm 100A
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Dean’s Office Telephone:
455- 2909
Culinary Arts
Dr. Caulfield 455-2850
HUTCHISON FIRE ALARM/DRILL POLICY:
In the event of fire alarm activation, TVC students must adhere to all rules of the high school in
regards to drill policy. TVC students meet in their program’s designated assembly area. Culinary
Arts students will assemble outside of the culinary loading dock, against the running track in
front of the electrical boxes. Your instructor will take roll and decide whether to stay in the
designated assembly area or move to the U-Park gymnasium (temperature driven), release you
for a break to return at a given time, or release you for the remainder of the class session.
Do not go to your vehicle or leave the campus area until you have checked-in with your
instructor and you have received the ok
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COURSE READINGS & MATERIALS:
Course Textbook: CAH 170 Gourmet Cooking Book--UAF Bookstore
Supplementary Readings:
Required Supplies:
Tools: Program approved complete knife kit and uniforms
Uniform: Establish minimum requirement for kitchen safety
Chef Coat, check pants, black non-slip kitchen shoes, white chef hat, white apron, proper
under garments, limited make-up and jewelry (wedding ring and 1 stud earring per
earlobe). *Always have thermometer, sharpie, and pen.
No ball-caps, non-uniform chef clothes, facial studs or piercings, tongue piercings while
on line or in view of public, no dangling earrings. These are safety and sanitation issues.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Preparation and service of gourmet beef, poultry and seafood entrees for the home cook. Recipes
represent new ideas in home entertainment and menus change every semester.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF GOALS:
This course will expose students to a broad number of kitchen techniques. These foundational
skills are explored through a recipe production and class room presentations. Students will be
encouraged to practice their skills outside of class to enhance the in class learning.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this class the student will be able to:
Identify and produce the four basic stocks.
Identify and produce the five mother sauces.
Identify and use the following cooking methods: broiling, braising, stewing, poaching, sautéing,
and roasting.
Organize the work in the sequence set forth in the recipes and will be able to follow recipes.
Demonstrate proper use and handling of knives, sharpening stones and other kitchen equipment.
DISABILITIES SERVICES:
UAF has a Disability Services office that operates in conjunction with the College of
Rural and Community Development's (CRCD) campuses and UAF’s Center for Distance
Education (CDE). Disability Services, a part of UAF’s Center for Health and Counseling,
provides academic accommodations to enrolled students who are identified as being
eligible for these services.
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If you believe you are eligible, please visit http://www.uaf.edu/chc/disability.html on the
web or contact a student affairs staff person at your nearest local campus. You can also
contact Disability Services on the Fairbanks Campus at (907) 474-7043, fydso@uaf.edu.
SUPPORT SERVICES:
TVC’s Learning, Math, and Writing Centers can help you achieve educational success. The staff
in these centers provides drop-in assistance with basic math, reading, writing and computer
skills. They offer a friendly, supportive learning environment.
Detailed information about these services are in the Student Handbook, College Catalog, and
online. Links to these resources are located at http://www.tvc.uaf.edu/lc/index.html
COURSE POLICIES:
1. Attendance: Attend every lecture and lab session. Students with more than two tardy or
absence could be asked to drop the course.
2. Instructor reserves the right to withdraw a student not in compliance with program policy.
3. Any student who misses a class has assumed the responsibility to gather the information
covered in class and the assignment for the following class.
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4. Expected Classroom Behavior:
 Arrive prepared, on-time, with homework completed and previous lessons reviewed
 Participate in the entire class, including individual and small group/ partner activities
 Respect all of those in the kitchen at all times
 Adhere to the “rules of the kitchen” as described in class
 No cell phone use in class.
5. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES--METHODS OF LEARNING:
 Reading and studying the textbook
 Contributing to discussions by asking questions and taking notes in lecture
 Using lab time effectively
 Completing all assigned class work and homework
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS & EVALUATION:
1. Reading Assignments
2. Demonstrations
3. Product Critique
4. Lectures and Videos
5. Workbook Assignments
6. Ongoing Feedback
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GRADING STRUCTURE:
Grading Policy
Attendance
50%
Participation
30%
Skill Mastery
20%
This is a Pass/Fail Class and a passing grade will be 70%
After three (3) classes missed it is recommended that the student withdraw or the teacher has the
option to withdraw the student.
Note: by participation I mean cleaning up after, as well as before, as needed. Failure to
participate in this aspect of the course will be the primary determining factor in failing this
course.
COURSE CALENDAR & CLASS ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE:
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Topic Covered
Introduction
2
Stocks & Vinaigrettes
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Soup & Salads
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Sauces
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Sauces Continued
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California Cooking
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American Southwest
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Italian Cooking
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Cajun Cooking
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Holiday Collection
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Greek / Mediterranean
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American Northwest
The schedule is a projected progression of the class and subject to change
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