CA 124 - Retail Baking

Credits: 5
Contact Hours: 12.5

Prerequisites: CA 104 (C or Higher)

Corequisites: None

College Level Prerequisites: None

Description: A laboratory based course featuring production techniques unique to the fast growing in-store deli/bakery industry. Convenience products, particular to the retail bakeshop environment will be utilized in addition to an emphasis on high-end retail scratch products which will be used to understand correct display, merchandising and point of sale techniques. This course includes a practicum stage experience, a window display piece and field trips to enhance the students understanding of operating a profitable retail bakery. Course curriculum will cover training in labor cost, food cost, inventory control, loss prevention and equipment cleaning and maintenance.

Department Consent: No Consent

General Education Distribution Category Met: None