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Culinary Arts
Students in Culinary Arts/Culinary Management enjoy a practical hands-on approach to innovative methods and classical techniques, as well as numerous cuisines. A rigorous training program combines both laboratory and general education coursework, in addition to business courses including supervision and cost control. Students are prepared for employment and for transfer to four-year programs.

San Diego Mesa College
Culinary Arts Program website
Culinary Arts Career Pathway
High School San Diego Mesa College University Transfer Employment
Certificate Associate in
Science
Certificate of Achievement
Culinary Arts/Culinary Management in Hospitality
CoursesUnits
HOSP 101, Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism3
HOSP 115, Hospitality Operations & Management3
CACM 101, Sanitation, Safety and Equipment3
CACM 105, Fundamentals of Food Production Theory3
CACM 110, Fundamentals of Cooking & Service4
CACM 120, Menu Analysis & Event Catering3
CACM 130, Quantity Food Preparation - Theory3
CACM 131, Quantity Food Preparation Laboratory4
CACM 140, Food and Beverage Purchasing and Control3
CACM 291, Culinary Practicum1
Total Units = 30

San Diego Mesa College
College credit earned in high school