Certificate in Culinary Skills

at Fanshawe College - London Downtown Campus Canada

Upon completion of the Animation diploma program, graduates have a sound understanding of the fundamental principles of animation and production techniques through frequent and repeated practice of various exercises. They become familiar with both the creative and technical processes involved in the creation of animation, and have begun to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to support the creation and animation of characters, objects and environments for use in a variety of mediums, such as video games, television, film, and Web. They have developed classical art skills and are able to use traditional tools as well as industry-standard technology and animation software. Graduates are also prepared to assist in the planning and implementation stages of animation projects within the context of their role as members of a production pipeline.

Computer programmers require specialized, industry-standard skills in order to succeed in the fast-paced, rapidly growing industries of entertainment or educational game development as well as the emerging industry of training and simulation gaming software, and this program will deliver.

This game development program will teach you how to create, configure and integrate a custom game engine and game components on various platforms including Windows, Linux and PlayStation. Other aspects of gaming like game models, simulation, performance and configuration of both single-player and multi-player games will also be explored and implemented.

Upon graduation, you will have assembled a portfolio of game fragments and demonstrations to showcase your capabilities to potential employers and game studios. You’ll graduate qualified to obtain positions such as Game Programmer, Senior Programmer, C++ Programmer, and Game Developer.

Culinary Management is an exciting and creative two year diploma program designed to develop students culinary skills and professionalism. In conjunction with many practical labs where students will learn basic and  advanced culinary techniques, this program also provides instruction in the areas of food and bake theory, nutrition, entrepreneurism and kitchen management. Students will obtain Safe Food Handling and Smartserve certifications as part of the program. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to obtain WSET and Prud’homme Beer certifications.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• provide advanced culinary planning, preparation and presentation for a variety of food service environments using a range of classical and contemporary techniques.
• apply basic and advanced food and bake science to food preparation to create a desired end product.
• contribute to and monitor adherence of others to the provision of a wellmaintainedkitchen environment and to the service of food and beverageproducts that are free from harmful bacteria or other contaminants, adhering to health, safety, sanitation and food handling regulations.
• ensure the safe operation of the kitchen and all aspects of food preparation to promote healthy work spaces, responsible kitchen management and efficient use of resources.
• create menus that reflect knowledge of nutrition and food ingredients, promote general health and well-being, respond to a range of nutritional needs and preferences and address modifications for special diets, food allergies and intolerances, as required.
• apply business principles and recognized industry costing and control practices to food service operations to manage and promote a fiscally responsible operation.
• apply knowledge of sustainability*, ethical and local food sourcing, and food security to food preparation and kitchen management, recognizing the potential impacts on food production, consumer choice and operations within the food service industry.
• select and use technology, including contemporary kitchen equipment, for food production and promotion.
• perform effectively as a member of a food and beverage preparation and service team and contribute to the success of a food-service operation by applying self-management and interpersonal skills.
• develop strategies for continuous personal and professional learning to ensure currency with and responsiveness to emerging culinary techniques, regulations, and practices in the food service industry.
• contribute to the development of marketing strategies that promote the successful operation of a food service business.
• contribute to the business management of a variety of food and beverage operations to foster an engaging work environment that reflects service excellence.

Other Information
Graduates of the program are eligible to continue their studies in one of the following diplomas:

• Baking and Pastry Arts Management
• Nutrition and Food Service Management

This Graduate Certificate program (two consecutive terms in length) will build upon the students' prior technical knowledge. Successful graduates of the program will learn every skill used in the creation of 3D animated characters for use in game engines/development including: life drawing and storyboarding, 3D modeling and animation, shaders, texture mapping and lighting, character design, video editing and audio effects. Concept development, team work, strategic planning and project management will be integral components of the program.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Execute creative concepts and ideas through a variety and combination of techniques including hand drawn, computer generated, 2D and 3D storyboards and animatics.
• Create sophisticated models for the entertainment, medical, and architectural industries.
• Create 3D characters and creatures ranging from life-like and anatomically correct, to cartoon and anime styles.
• Combine texture mapping, shaders, lighting environments, animating cameras and ‘rigs' for 3D models and characters in animation sequences.
• Synthesize a wide variety of digital effects in the creation of environment and creature materials and textures.
• Apply 3D techniques that demonstrate characters with realistic motion and a full range of emotion in animated characters.
• Incorporate 3D animated characters with composited backgrounds utilizing special effects.
• Utilize a variety of digital applications including video and audio editing software and technologies.
• Integrate sophisticated technologies into 3D animated films, videos and games.

Graduates of Fanshawe College's Nutrition and Food Service Management program work with Dietitians, Cooks and Food Service Workers to provide optimum nutritional care to variety of clientele. With classes in food production, food safety, menu planning, therapeutic nutrition, finance, facilities, and employee relations. You will be leaving Fanshawe with a balance of business training and practical hands-on experience to a career in the dynamic and growing food service industry.

This program includes two five week placements where students work alongside industry professionals to build their skills. Fanshawe graduates have attained  positions as Nutrition Managers, Food Service Supervisors, Dietetic Technicians, and Directors of Food Service in Long Term Care, Retirement Residences, Hospitals, Correctional Facilities, Daycare Centers, Institutional Cafeterias, Airline Food Services, and other community agencies.

Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to

• Plan menus to accommodate the nutritional, dietary and medical needs, cultural and religious requirements, and personal preferences of clients.
• Manage handling, preparation and service of food to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and industry best practices for health, safety, sanitation, quality assurance and client satisfaction.
• Manage nutritional needs of diverse clients in health care and other food service settings in collaboration with or under the direction of health care professionals.
• Support others to work professionally and ethically in accordance with industry, organization and legal standards.
• Monitor relevant local, national and global trends, emerging technologies, changes to legislation and best practices to enhance work performance and inform the management and delivery of food and nutrition services.
• Deliver customer service that anticipates, meets and/or exceeds individual expectations and is consistent with organization standards and objectives.
• Contribute to the hiring, coaching, training, scheduling, supervision and performance management of department staff in accordance with human resources, labour relations, workplace health and safety, and industry best practices.
• Apply industry best practices, financial constraints, and principles of social responsibility and environmental sustainability to inventory management and procurement of goods and services.
• Contribute to the analysis of food and nutrition services and operations, and the implementation and evaluation of changes, to support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the planning and administration of budgets consistent with organization objectives and legal requirements for nutrition and food service departments.
• Select and use information and industry-specific technologies to enhance individual work performance and the management and delivery of food and nutrition services.
• Promote food and nutrition services and healthy living to support marketing plans and the general well-being of clients.

Artisanal Culinary Arts is a one-year graduate certificate program that aims to provide an opportunity for students to specialize in an artisanal culinary field; develop a more profound respect for food; and explore the concept of food sovereignty with a sustainable model of agriculture in contrast to Canada's current industrial system of food production. This program will create chefs that have demonstrated a competence in traditional food preparation such as preserving, artisanal baking, and butchery. Students will acquire an expertise in the use of local/sustainable products to create advanced dishes, menus, and recipes.  A theme throughout the program is to promote chefs who appreciate the origins of food, in addition to the hard work and processing methods that affect specific elements like the taste and quality of the finished product.  More importantly, graduates will learn how to share these different attributes with a diverse clientele on both a national and international level.

Learning Outcomes:-
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Analyze effective/sustainable business practices for innovation, entrepreneurial and small business opportunities in the field of craft scale food and beverage;
• Prepare quality food and beverage, including recipe creation, using traditional artisanal methods and contemporary technology;
• Demonstrate traditional and current best practices in sustainable food and beverage production from an economic, seasonal, local, regional and international perspective;
• Compare and contrast Canadian and International food safety laws, regulations, practices, patenting and marketing;
• Examine food health impacts from a plant, animal growth and consumer perspective with a focus on land stewardship;
• Recommend effective artisanal development practices based on current research, history and political considerations;
• Compare domestic international artisanal food and beverage practices and specializations, from local, regional and national lenses including slow food movements.

Professional Butchery Techniques is an Ontario College Certificate program that will provide students with the comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge to be successful in the growing meat processing industry. Throughout the program, students will engage with industry professionals to learn the latest techniques for meat cutting, with a focus on specific skills in trimming, deboning, carcass breakdown, and sausage making. Additionally, students will learn how to package and market meat products for resale. The program will have a strong emphasis on sanitation and food safety. Throughout the two term program, students will have the opportunity both to work substantially in the lab, practicing hands-on skills, and to build customer service and entrepreneurial skills by participating in the launch and operation of a small business: a full-service retail meat outlet.

Learning Outcomes

• Process the beef front quarter, beef hind quarter, a side of pork, a carcass of lamb, a side of veal, and various types of poultry into wholesale and retail cuts;
• Practise procedures used to control foodborne illness in compliance with recognized industry standards, food service laws, and government regulations;
• Provide quality customer service by responding to inquiries about basic cooking, food safety, and carving techniques and identifying health and safety issues;
• Determine markups and markdowns and profit and loss related to the retail meat cutting industry;
• Select the appropriate packaging material for different products to ensure safety and salability;
• Select parts of the animal carcass for retail cuts of meat based on bone, fat, and muscle structures, and dispose of abnormalities in a safe and sterile manner;
• Demonstrate safe working practices and the safe set up, breakdown, operation, and maintenance of tools and equipment in accordance with health and safety regulations;
• Fabricate fresh sausage using industry-specific equipment;
• Develop value-added products, such as spice rubs, marinades, and stuffed and/or breaded meat products to support sales in a retail operation;
• Identify and label meat products to comply with Canadian Food Inspection Agency regulations;
• Receive and store meat products in a safe and orderly manner to meet industry standards for quality and safety;

Through this progressive, interactive program, students will prepare for a career in hospitality management.  Students will explore and learn about all the front of house and heart of house areas of a full service hotel or resort operation including: management practices, administration, rooms division and food and beverage services. Gain a thorough foundation of national and international markets, exceptional guest service, industry software applications, leadership, cultural diversity and proactive management skills.  Network with industry professionals through guest speakers, hospitality events, industry related field trips and work experience to gain a competitive edge.

Co-operative Education:
In order to be eligible for co-op, students must maintain a 2.0 GPA and be academically complete at the commencement of their co-op work term.
This is a two-year Co-operative Education program.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a Co-op Endorsed Diploma.  More information about co-operative education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/co-op.

Learning Outcomes:

• Support an industry and workplace service culture by adopting a positive attitude and professional decorum, accommodating diverse and special needs, and contributing as a team member.
• Deliver customer service and solutions that anticipate, meet and/or exceed individual expectations, as well as organizational expectations, standards and objectives.
• Use marketing concepts, market research, social networks, sales and revenue management strategies, relationship management skills and product knowledge to promote and sell hospitality services, products and guest experiences.
• Apply business and revenue models as well as basic accounting, budgeting, financial and administration skills to support the effective management and operation of a variety of organizations delivering hospitality services and products.
• Comply with relevant organization and workplace systems, processes, policies, standards, legal obligations and regulations, and apply risk management principles, to support and maintain efficient, safe, secure, accessible and healthy hospitality operations.
• Use appropriate technologies to enhance the quality and delivery of hospitality services, products and guest experiences and to measure the effectiveness of hospitality operations.
• Keep current with hospitality trends and issues, and interdependent relationships in the broader tourism industry* sectors to improve work performance and guide career development.
• Use leadership, teamwork, conflict and relationship management skills and tools, as well as knowledge of organizational behaviour, labour relations, employment standards and human rights to contribute to a positive work environment.
• Respond to issues and dilemmas arising in the delivery of hospitality services, products and guest experiences by using and promoting ethical behaviour and best practices of corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability

Baking and Pastry Arts Management is a one-of-a-kind program that will prepare students for a career in baking and pastry arts, by combining baking with the fundamentals of cooking skills in order to meet the needs of todays employers and customers.

This two-year diploma program also assists students in developing skills to operate a successful business through the study of key theories in small business planning, management, marketing and sales. Graduates from this program will be able to seek a variety of different employment opportunities as a member of a culinary team in: restaurants, hotels, cruise lines, catering companies, bakeries and pastry shops. The hospitality industry is experiencing rapid growth and employers will benefit from qualified workers who exhibit characteristics learned in our Baking and Pastry Arts Management program.

This two-year co-operative education program consists of four academic levels and one co-op term. Students are prepared, through a wide variety of career-related courses and industry work experience, to meet the limitless challenges of the dynamic tourism/travel industry. Students are prepared for careers in the multi-faceted tourism industry with emphasis on travel counselling. Strong emphasis is placed on development of personality and attitudes necessary for success in this customer service field.

Developed in conjunction with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), the program is designed to ensure that graduates meet the standards and qualifications of the Association, and students may seek certification upon graduation.

Every person working for a registered Ontario retail travel agency and selling travel services or providing travel advice to the public must, by law, meet the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) Education Standards. The opportunity to seek certification will be provided.