In the culinary courses, students will learn food preparation skills for both home and in the hospitality industry.  They will explore the wide range of career and business opportunities available in this industry.  Students will experience food labs, a variety of hands-on activities, discussions, field trips, guest speakers, readings, and research projects. They will learn how to prepare healthy foods and menus. Students will acquire the skills necessary to get an entry level job in the field and find out what this industry can offer them. In addition, the foods and nutrition units of this course provide opportunities for students to develop skills in food preparation techniques, meal planning, consumerism, and nutrition planning. Students will be evaluated through a variety of food labs, hands-on activities, projects, presentations, demonstrations, and lab experiences to demonstrate their understanding of culinary and nutrition concepts. If students wish to further their knowledge and experience in this course, Culinary is also offered at an advanced level.