HFL250, HFL251: FOOD SCIENCE A (YEAR 1)

Are you hungry? Students will apply science in the process of making food and beverages that you get to eat and drink! Learn basic food preparation & cooking skills, safety & sanitation knowledge, and nutrition when preparing as well as enjoying a variety of lab products. In this course, students will learn about the relationships between science, food and nutrition. Basic laws of science, microbiology and government legislation are applied to the food path from farm to table. The Washington State Food Handler’s permit will be given allowing students to earn a required card that will allow them to obtain employment in the local food industry. Students will have the opportunities to earn certificates for passing the following Precision Exams for 21st Century Skills, Food & Nutrition, and Culinary Arts I, that may be placed in their digital portfolio and put on their resume. FCCLA is a Career and Technical Student Organization that will be used in this class that includes Power of One projects, Competitive Events and Skill Demonstration opportunities that allows students to earn recognition, be a part of an organization that focuses on personal growth, leadership, community service, and career exploration.