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KITCHEN AND FOOD TERMINOLOGY

Course
GACA108 - KITCHEN AND FOOD TERMINOLOGY
Department
Gastronomy and Culinary Arts - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
6
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

This course aims to give information about products used in the food industry, cutting and cooking techniques, theoretical knowledge of classical dishes from around the world, the brigade system in the kitchen and their job descriptions. It includes a wide range of topics from the equipment used, to the details of the chef's uniform, aiming to learn the common terminology used in professional kitchens. With this course, students will be able to adapt to the kitchens of all countries without any difficulty by learning the common dictionary of the gastronomy world. It’s to transfer the basics of culinary terms that will enable them to complete the daily tasks they will use and do in a more professional and practical way.

KITCHEN AND FOOD TERMINOLOGY

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 Know and match the basic information used in Culinary Arts terminology
  2. 02 Correctly pronounce the terms used
  3. 03 Knows the cause and effect relationship of naming the terms with those names in cultural sense.
  4. 04 It stands out with its intellectual knowledge in international platforms until the Culinary Arts. Explain with examples
  5. 05 It does not comply with world standards in the kitchen area, remembers the terms
  6. 06 It provides recognition and development of international kitchen molds

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction (What is Terminology?)
Week 2 Brigade System and The Kitchen Hierarchy
Week 3 Chefs Clothes and Rules
Week 4 Types of Knives and Their Usages
Week 5 Revision Week
Week 6 Mid-term Exams
Week 7 Mid-term Exams
Week 8 Food Terminology Glossary Part 1
Week 9 Food Terminology Glossary Part 2
Week 10 Food Terminology Glossary Part 3
Week 11 Food Terminology Glossary Part 4
Week 12 Food Terminology Glossary Part 5
Week 13 Revision Week
Week 14 Final Exams
Week 15 Final Exams

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Own notes of the lecturer
  2. 02 Auguste Escoffier School Of Culinary Arts Gastronomy Glossary

Learning Outcomes

  1. L01 The students will be able to elaborate on the brigade system. SOLO 5
  2. L02 The students will be able to reason why every knife has a special function according to their shape. SOLO 5
  3. L03 The students will be able to differentiate world cuisines by the ingredients of their dishes. SOLO 4
  4. L04 The students will be able to discuss why food terminology is a must for gastronomy. SOLO 5
  5. L05 The students will be able to evaluate the details of chef uniforms and their reasons. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
  2. P02 Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
  3. P03 Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
  4. P04 Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively
  5. P05 Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
  6. P06 Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
  7. P07 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
  8. P08 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning ; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
  9. P09 Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
  10. P10 Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
  11. P11 Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 Average
L01 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L02 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L03 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L04 - - - - - - - - - - - -
L05 - - - - - - - - - - - -