Aeration and emulsification are two essential baking principles. This course allows the student to understand, apply and problem-solve these principles through the making of cakes, cookies, sponges, various pastry bases as well as icings, buttercreams, glazes and ganaches.
This course is part of the full-time Baking and Pastry Arts – Artisan Baking & Baking and Pastry Arts - Pastry Program.
Prerequisites
BAKG 1142, BAKG 1143, BAKG 1144, BAKG 1145, and BAKG 1241 (if in Combined Skills with ESL support
program).
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Aeration, air-cell development methods, emulsion, emulsification methods, ingredient characteristics and functions, specific gravity, batter spreading and panning, techniques to create different types of icings, fillings and glazes, baking of various types of batters, storage and handling; preparation of icing for practice piping; basic piping techniques; mathematical conversions, application of baker's percentage; interpretation of formulas; correct use of tools & equipment; supporting team members; writing and executing daily production lists; critical analysis of product outcomes; recording observations of performance and development; punctuality; health and safety rules and regulations; application of inventory and waste management
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.