Information Package

Program of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts

GMS161

INTRODUCTION TO THE SCIENCE OF GASTRONOMY

Course Code
GMS161
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
1 + 2
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Learns about the definition, history, and development of gastronomy.
  2. Learns the basic concepts of gastronomy.
  3. Learns about safety, hygiene, and health regulations in the field of gastronomy.
  4. Learns about the relationship between gastronomy and cultural identity.
  5. Learns about the relationship between gastronomy, history, and geography.
  6. Learns about the relationship between gastronomy, sociology, and psychology.
  7. Learns about the relationship between gastronomy and the natural sciences.
  8. Learns about the relationship between gastronomy and nutrition.
  9. Learns about the Maillard reaction, elasticity, viscosity, osmosis, protein denaturation, and fermentation in the field of culinary applications within the science of gastronomy.
  10. Learns the basic principles of food preparation.
  11. They learn about the fundamental chemical, physical, and biological changes caused by cooking.
  12. Students learn about contemporary culinary trends and practices.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course Description
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction/Orientation
2nd Week Definition and History of Gastronomy
3rd Week Basic Concepts
4th Week Kitchen Safety and Hygiene
5th Week Gastronomy and Cultural Identity
6th Week Gastronomy, History, and Geography
7th Week Gastronomy, Sociology, and Psychology
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Gastronomy and the Natural Sciences
10th Week Gastronomy and Nutrition
11th Week Gastronomy and Culinary Science
12th Week Gastronomy and Culinary Science
13th Week Contemporary Gastronomy Trends and Applications
14th Week Project Presentations
15th Week Project Presentations
16th Week Project Presentations
17th Week Final Exam
Recommended or Required Reading1.C.I.A. (Culinary Institute of America) (2008). The Professional Chef 8th Edition, Wiley&Sons, New Jersey: s. 1024
2.Freiberg, B. (2002). The Professional Pastry Chef. 4th Edition, Wiley&Sons, New Jersey
3.Gisslen, W. (2005). Professional Baking. 4th Edition, Wiley&Sons, New Jersey
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Practice
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Practice 1 30
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 2 2
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 2 2
Laboratory (including preparation) 14 3 42
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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