Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts (CUL.BPA.CT)

Program Outcomes

Program outcomes represent broad areas of knowledge and skills developed over the duration of the program through a wide range of courses and experiences. These learning outcomes represent what a student should be able to know, think, or do upon successful completion of their program at Oakland Community College.

The BAK graduate will demonstrate knowledge & skills necessary to prepare food in a pastry kitchen.
The BAK graduate will demonstrate competency in the marketing of bakery products.
The BAK graduate will demonstrate creativity & refined skills to produce a unique product that meets upscale dining market needs.

Program Plan 2025-2026

Full Time - Fall Start

**Students should meet with an OCC counselor before attempting this plan of study**

Prior to enrollment in CUL 1011 students must attend a culinary program orientation, attain ServSafe manager's certificate within the last 2 years -OR- complete CUL 1010 Food Standards, Sanitation and Hygiene and pass ServSafe Manager's Certification Test on last day with 70% or higher prior to enrollment. The CUL 1010 Food Standards, Sanitation and Hygiene may be taken concurrently with other Culinary classes discussed in Culinary Orientation.

Year 1 - Fall

Courses		Credits
CUL 1011	Culinary Skills	2
CUL 1050	Beginning Cake Decorating	2
CUL 1060*	Theme Cakes	2
CUL 1111	Cookery Techniques	4
CUL 1151	Baking	4
	TOTAL CREDITS	14

Year 1 - Winter **

Courses		Credits
CUL 1250	Pastry I	4
CUL 2330	Artisan Breads	2
CUL 2530	Wedding Cakes	2
	TOTAL CREDITS	8

MILESTONE: Make an appointment with a Counselor to apply for this certificate.

Year 2 - Fall

Courses		Credits
CUL 1850	Bakery Sales and Merchandising	4
CUL 2250	Pastry II	4
CUL 2420	Plated Dessert I	2
	TOTAL CREDITS	10

TOTAL CREDITS

Note:

* Student may take elective in any semester if prerequisite has been met.

** Students may start in Winter term but may not be able to complete certificate in a 3 semester sequence.