GASTRONOMY (TURKISH)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GMS1103 Introduction to Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Fall 3 0 3 6

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ZEHRA DİLİSTAN SHIPMAN
Course Objectives: To teach the concepts such as the use of tools for professional kitchens, basic cooking methods, kitchen terminology, storage and preservation, hygiene and cleaning. At the same time, to have knowledge about the basic subjects related to the concept and history of gastronomy.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Students who successfully complete this course,
Knows about professionalism
Have a basic knowledge about the history of gastronomy
Gains knowledge of professional culinary culture and tools
Learns current gastronomy topics

Course Content

Introduction to concepts such as the use of tools for professional kitchens, basic cooking methods, kitchen terminology, storage and preservation, hygiene, and cleaning. At the same time, basic issues related to the concept and history of gastronomy.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) What is professionalism? How to Become Professional
1) Basic Principles in Bakery and Pastry
2) History of the Food and Beverage Industry
3) Restaurant History and Professionalism and Associated Disciplines
4) Kitchen Hierarchy (Kitchen Staff and Tasks), Hygiene and sanitation
5) Kitchen Equipment, Features and Safe Use
6) Cutting techniques and terminology
7) Midterm
8) What is the taste? General Principles and Techniques of Cooking
9) General Principles and Techniques of Cooking
10) Importance of Material Knowledge. Food Groups (Nutrition Pyramid)
11) Meat and Dairy Products
12) Vegetables, Fruits, Aromatics, Spices
13) Cereals, Grains and Legumes
14) Basic Principles in Bakery and Pastry

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References: Professional Chef, Culinary Institute of America
Deniz Gürsoy’Un - Gastronomi Tarihi-Deniz Gürsoy
Lezzetin Fizyolojisi ya da Yüce Mutfak Üzerine Düşünceler
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Project 2 50 100
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 146

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) - Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources.
2) Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field. -Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field.
3) Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field. - Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data. -Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility. -Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level. -Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge.
4) Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach. -Determine learning needs and direct the learning. -Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
5) Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field. - Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security.
6) Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently. - Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field. - Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project