Artisan pastries

Course code BAKG 1342

Credit 3.0

Length 75.0 hours

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This course expands on basic quick breads such as muffins and biscuits, cookies and croissants and danishes by introducing flavor variety and shape assortment. Students gain further practice in practical skills such as mixing, portioning, shaping, cutting, proofing, baking and finishing.


This course is part of the full-time Baking and Pastry Arts – Artisan Baking Program.

Prerequisites

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.

  • Flavor profiles and combinations, variety shaping techniques; alternative mixing methods for croissants and danishes; 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

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

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† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.