CULA1165 Basic Sugar Work
This course is offered as Pass/No Credit (P/NC). This course is designed to give the student knowledge, skill and understanding in the various types of sugar work.
Prerequisite
None
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Demonstrate quality assurance standards
Apply safety standards
Identify tools and equipment
Identify sugar work ingredients
Understand use of silicone molds
Demonstrate showpiece symmetry and stability
Apply ability to pull sugar bands
Demonstrate blowing and casting sugar showpieces
Demonstrate gum paste recipes
Apply taught techniques to prepare cold porcelain showpieces
Demonstrate time management, skill and ability in all three areas of study
Identify colorings for sugar work
Understand use of straw sugar
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
bookstore.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities. If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process.
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Credit Details