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CUL

13 courses with the subject CUL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

CUL 106Principles of Culinary Arts I3

Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food science, proper sanitation, standards of quality for food items that are made, and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Part I of II.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
Eligible to enroll in MTH 130 or higher and HRI 158 (
CUL 107Principles of Culinary Arts II3

Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food science, proper sanitation, standards of quality for food items that are made, and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Part II of II.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 106 and HRI 158 . Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
CUL 119Applied Nutrition for Food Service3

Studies food composition, nutrition science, and application of nutrition principles by the food service professional. Provides the student with a basic understanding of human nutrition and application of nutrition in the service of commercially prepared meals. Lecture 3 hours.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
CUL 134Food and Beverage Service Management3

Provides a conceptual and technical framework for managing the service of meals in a variety of commercial settings. Studies the integration of production and service delivery, guest contact dynamics, reservations management and point-of-sale systems.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
HRI 158 (
CUL 145Garde Manger3

Studies garde manger, the art of decorative cold food preparation and presentation. Provides a detailed practical study of cold food preparation and artistic combination and display of cold foods.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 207 . Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
CUL 199Supervised Study in Culinary Arts2

Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 207 and permission by Culinary program head. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 80 hours.
CUL 205Fundamentals of Wine3

Familiarizes the student with basic knowledge needed to make decisions relative to the purchase, storage, and service of wine, as well as decisions relative to the use of wine in the hospitality and food service industry. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
CUL 206International Cuisine3

Introduces the concepts of cultural differences and similarities and the preparation of the food specialities of the major geographical areas of the world. Focuses on emerging cuisines as they become popular.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 107 . Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
CUL 207American Regional Cuisine3

Studies the distinct regional cooking styles of America and its neighbors. Emphasizes the indigenous ingredients as well as the cultural aspect of each region’s cooking style. Includes the preparation of the various regional foods.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 206 . Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
CUL 256Principles and Applications of Catering3

Analyzes and compares the principles of on-premise and off-premise catering. Includes student presentations in a series of catered functions where they assume typical managerial/employee positions emphasizing planning, organizing, operating, managing and evaluating.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 106 , HRI 158 and MTH 130 or higher. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours.
CUL 259Beverage Management3

Involves the systematic study of beverages, emphasizing the use of beverages as a complement to food. Topics include both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, beverage equipment and bar setup in addition to mixology, beer, wine and spirits.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
Eligible to enroll in MTH 130 or higher. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
CUL 290Coordinated Internship in Restaurant Management5

Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
Instructor permission.
CUL 297Cooperative Education in Culinary Arts3

Provides on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms. Applies to all career-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours per week.

Subject
CUL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.tcc.edu
Prerequisite
CUL 199 and program head permission. Laboratory 240 hours.

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