course descriptions
 

           
     

Course Details

CUL 120A  Purchasing Lab
   
Lecture: 00 Lab: 02
Clinical:  00 Credit: 01
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: Take DRE-097 and DMA-030 or ENG-080, RED-080 and MAT-060 or Placement Test Credit Equivalent
Corequisites:   CUL 120
   
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in purchasing for foodservice operations. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences in yield tests, procurement, negotiating, inventory control, product specification, purchasing ethics, vendor relationships, food product specifications and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of purchasing within the hospitality industry.