CULI 1195: Soups & Sauces 1
Effective date
April 2014
Department
Asian Culinary Arts
School
Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business
Description
In this course students learn basic preparation and cooking of traditional Asian soups and sauces. Students are introduced to the ingredients, spices and presentation standards of Asian cuisine. Appropriate menu combinations are introduced.
This course is part of the full-time Asian Culinary Arts Program.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify ingredients for basic Asian soups and sauces
- Cook a variety of basic Asian traditional, modern and seasonal soups
- Prepare sauces to complement a variety of basic Asian hot dishes
- Assess finished food service products for texture, colour, and taste
- Practice FoodSafe principles in the preparation, storage and preparation of soups and starches
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 3
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 22
Total Hours: 25
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include lectures to introduce students to the theoretical principles and concepts of preparing and cooking traditional Asian soups and sauces, integrated with group discussions. In the teaching kitchen these principles and concepts are demonstrated and students are provided with the opportunity to ask questions and apply their theoretical knowledge via practical exercises based on the principles of problem based learning.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Quizzes/Tests
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20
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Assignments
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70
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daily evaluation of products and performance
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Participation
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10
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Course topics
- Basic Asian Soups
- Basic Asian Culinary Sauces
- Menu Creation
- Seasonings
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.