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Overview
Program Description
The Baking Arts Program will provide practical and theoretical
knowledge in order to meet the growing demand for skills in the
preparation
of commercial quality baking. Through demonstrations,
hands on practice and in class discussions, students will have the
opportunity to
explore a variety of techniques and recipes in the production
of cakes, pastries, breads and other desserts. Students will also
gain
experience with the types of tools and equipment used in
modern kitchens, bakeries and pastry shops.
NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are
maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be
required. Pants must
be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work
out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course
Manual,
will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives
and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a
list
will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain
their own kits.
Courses
Program Requirements
| Level 1 | ||||
Group 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses | ||||
| Expected Availability | ||||
| Credits | Fall | Winter | Summer | |
| Let's Bake 1BAKE-1013 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1013 |
| Who doesn't love Baking! From the 'perfect' pie dough to fluffy meringue, this entry level Baking course is designed for those looking to learn skills and techniques essential in the Bake kitchen. Discover how to create a wide variety of baked goods including pastry, quick breads, tarts and basic dessert preparations. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Let's Bake Cakes & GateauxBAKE-1016 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1016 |
| Create the perfect cake for any occasion by exploring the art of crafting cakes. In this course the student will be introduced to the production of both classic and modern cakes. Learn to prepare flavourful bakery products using quality ingredients; recipes may include pound cake, sacher torte, black forest gateaux and many more. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Let's Bake Pies, Tarts & PastryBAKE-1017 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1017 |
| Do you love the smell of freshly baked pies and pastries? Then this course is for you. Building on the basic skills learned in Lets Bake 1, the student will learn the advanced techniques to create a variety of high quality pies, tarts, and pastries. With the entertainment season rapidly approaching, this hands on course will teach students additional skills requires to create delicious desserts such as: Cherry pie, Lemon meringue pie, fruit tarts and French pastries. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Let's Bake BreadBAKE-1018 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1018 |
| Bread is one of the most basic of foods staples. In this course the student will gain a working knowledge in the production of various traditional yeast doughs and bread products. By the end of the course the student will have created a variety of rustic loaves, sourdough breads, rolls and crackers. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
Group 2 | ||||
| Take 2 of the following Courses: BAKE-1019 BAKE-1014 BAKE-3007 BAKE-1020 | ||||
| Expected Availability | ||||
| Credits | Fall | Winter | Summer | |
| Chocolate CreationsBAKE-1019 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1019 |
| This fun course covers everything the chocoholic would love to know about this exquisite ingredient. Create your own hand dipped truffles, and signature chocolates using exotic ingredients! The student will also learn the art of tempering chocolate and design a variety of decorations. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Cake Decorating 1BAKE-1014 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1014 |
| From cupcake to birthday cake, this introductory Cake decorating course will allow students to explore the many techniques necessary to turn their cakes into a masterpiece. Students will receive hands-on instruction in the art of masking and piping including decorative borders, flowers and writing. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Cake Decorating 2 Covering Gum & PasteBAKE-3007 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-3007 |
| This intermediate level course will further enhance the student's ability to take more control of piping and decorating skills. Learn the art of working with rolled fondant to cover and crimp cakes and further explore gum paste techniques to create detailed and realistic floral decorations. Students will also learn airbrushing and painting techniques to create designs using a variety of paints and powders. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Sugar Confections & ArtistryBAKE-1020 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes View More Details about BAKE-1020 |
| Sugar is not only sweet but an amazing product. Learn how to transform this magic ingredient into candies, caramels, lollipops, candy canes and other fancy sugar decorations. This course also covers the techniques of cooking, pulling, pouring and casting sugar. NOTE: To ensure that safe food handling practices are maintained in our kitchens closed toed, non-slip shoes will be required. Pants must be either a black slack style or culinary pant. No jeans, work out pants, or yoga pants are permitted. Hats, Aprons, and Course Manual, will be provided during your first class. All necessary knives and small wares are provided for you, however, upon registration, a list will be provided via email for anyone who wishes to maintain their own kits. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 2 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||
Program Details
Program Code
BKA1
Delivery
In Class
Part-Time
Part-Time
Topic Area
Culinary and Hospitality
Credential
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- How to assess if part-time learning is right for you
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