CA 182 - Professional Baking and Pastry Production II

    Recent Professors
    L. Mercado
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    CA 181 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass." This course is an examination of restaurant plated desserts, petit fours, candies, and European cakes that are assembled and decorated with a modern approach. Basic decorative techniques as applied to show pieces in sugar or chocolate are introduced. Production will include design and assembly of a three-tier wedding cake and advanced decorating techniques. Focus will be placed on food costing formulas and presentation of products. This course aims to increase skills in producing a more uniform product, with high eye appeal, flavor, and texture balance. T.B. clearance for food service personnel is a State regulation and required for enrollment in this course. (Formerly CA 82).
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CA 182
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Professional Baking and Pastry Production II
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 5:30pm–8:45pm, Mon Wed 4:00pm–5:30pm