This course provides students with an introduction to the advanced study of ingredients, processes, techniques, tools, and equipment used in the production of rich yeast doughs with an emphasis on non-laminated Viennoiserie.
A variety of techniques including preferments, rich dough mixing and handling, shaping, baking, and finishing are explored. Emphasis is placed on methods of preparation and the quality of the finished products as well as critical thinking, time management, communication, and teamwork.
Prerequisites
BAKG 1165, BAKG 1170, BAKG 1175.
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What you will learn
- Advanced rich yeast dough formulas, production techniques, quality standards, including non-laminated Viennoiserie
- Baking science: sugar, fat, eggs, osmotolerant yeast, gluten development, dough extensibility, fermentation
- Relationship between ingredients, techniques, environmental factors, and baking processes in the production of advanced rich yeasted goods
- Reflective practice: analyzing outcomes of advanced rich doughs based on inputs and quality standards, observation, and objectivity; generalizing, problem-solving, and refining knowledge and skills
- Trade calculations: calculating formula modifications based on ingredient composition
- Production planning and time management: reading and following an advanced enriched bread formula, preparing for production, direct vs. indirect production time, prioritizing production assignments, preferments, sourdough production schedules
- Safety and sanitation: tools & equipment operation and care; principles of food safety; personal hygiene and safety practices; safety procedures and regulations; accident prevention
- Professional communication in the baking industry: workplace safety, respectful communication, terminology, visual communication
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72048 |
January 4, 2027 to January 28, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lecture |
VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.