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Food and Hospitality Management A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- El Centro
Catalog Year 2020-2021 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
This program was deactivated September 1, 2024 with automatic closure by The Texas Coordinating Board September 1, 2027.
For more information, visit the Dallas College Culinary Arts webpage and your academic advisor at the El Centro Campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Food and Hospitality Management associate degree. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Food and Hospitality Management. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The A.A.S. degree program in Food and Hospitality Management provides students the basic and advanced skills, practice and experience needed to build a professional career as a food service manager. This degree program will equip students to advance into progressively more responsible supervisory roles as their experience and skills develop. Components of the degree program include in-depth supervisory and management theory, guest service as well as hands-on food preparation practice. Practical work experience and academic preparation are also included in this degree. Courses that complete the degree, the Food and Hospitality Foundations Certificate (C) and the Food and Hospitality Specialist Certificate (SC) are noted below. All CHEF, HAMG, IFWA, and RSTO courses must be completed with a "C" or better.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
HAMG 1321 – Introduction to Hospitality Industry (Course also applies to C)
CHEF 1305 – Sanitation and Safety (Course also applies to C, SC)
CHEF 1301 – Basic Food Preparation Students must possess Texas State recognized Food Handler Certificate by the first day of class. (Course also applies to C, SC)
RSTO 1313 – Hospitality Supervision (Course also applies to C)
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE This is a core course. Must earn a grade of C or higher. There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
RSTO 1304 – Dining Room Service (Course also applies to C)
RSTO 1301 – Beverage Management (Course also applies to C)
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of C or higher.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- NOTE: PSTR 1301 is needed to complete the Food and Hospitality Foundations and Specialist Certificates.
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path.
- Meet with your advisor to apply for the Food and Hospitality Foundations Certificate.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 3
CHEF 2331 – Advanced Food Preparation (Course also applies to SC)
CHOOSE ONE:
- PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course. OR
- SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the first Cooperative course.
Total Hours: 6
SEMESTER 4
HAMG 2307 – Hospitality Marketing and Sales (Course also applies to SC)
RSTO 1325 – Purchasing for Hospitality Operations (Course also applies to SC)
RSTO 2301 – Principles of Food and Beverage Controls (Course also applies to SC)
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE * This is a Core course.
RSTO 1380 – Cooperative Education - Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager (Course also applies to SC)
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the Cooperative Education course.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 5
IFWA 1318 – Nutrition for the Food Service Professional
RSTO 1306 – Facilities Layout and Design
RSTO 2307 – Catering (Course also applies to SC)
RSTO 2380 – Cooperative Education–Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to apply for the Food and Hospitality Management A.A.S. and Food and Hospitality Specialist Certificate Completion.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 12
PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS