1. Bakery Delights Pathway Subject(s): VCE Food Studies
Possible Partner Subject(s): Health

2. Course Outline Assessment
This course is comprehensive in both theoretical and practical skills. It is directed towards a variety of students - those who are considering continuing in Food Studies at VCE level, those who have an interest in food practice and theory and those who are interested in working in the hospitality industry. Whilst not compulsory, the course is recommended for students who are considering undertaking Food Studies at VCE, for those who are interested in working in the hospitality industry or those students with an interest in the pleasures of food. The course focuses on practical and theoretical study of a range of delicious savoury and sweet baked foods.
Assessment
The course is divided into two areas: Theory assessment contributes 60% and practical assessment contributes 40% towards the overall grade. Theory assessment includes two design projects. The practical assessment includes independent and cooperative work skills and safety and hygiene practices.

3. Topics Covered Units of work will include: -
Safe and hygienic food handling practices to prevent food spoilage and food poisoning
The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating
Savoury baked goods including working with yeast
Sweet baked goods

4. Topics continued… Presentation of food
Research and implement solutions to design briefs
The use of appropriate tools and equipment to produce optimum results
Sensory evaluation on a range of food items
Functions of natural components