Start Term
2026-2027
Course Title
Baking I
Course Code
TECA1500
Course Hours
90
Course Credits
3
Description
The Baking I course teaches students basic bakery principles that are fundamental for success in any food industry career. The course outlines the basic ingredients and mixing methods that make up the majority of baked goods. Learn to create pie doughs and basic pastries. Mixing techniques along with the appropriate types of crusts to be used with their subsequent fillings are demonstrated. The correct equipment and baking procedures. This course also teaches basic quick breads, muffins, and cake mixing methods.
Upon course completion, students will be able to:
• Identify baking ingredients and explain their basic function in the formulation of baking and pastry recipes.
• Identify and demonstrate different mixing methods used in baking.
• Demonstrate proper use of baking scale and measuring of wet and dry ingredients.
• Identify and prepare various types of quick breads and yeast breads.
• Identify and prepare various pies and cookies. • Prepare a variety of ca
