Faculty Syllabus
PSTR-2364 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Vennette Perez
Credit Spring 2026
Section(s)
PSTR-2364-001 (18304)
PRC Tu 2:00pm - 2:50pm HLC HLC2 1318
Course Subjects
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
The transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Develop and apply knowledge gained throughout academic studies.
- Demonstrate the ability to work with various types of specialized ingredients, tools, equipment, and procedures.
- Demonstrate and maintain food safety procedures and laws and interactions within the business operation.
- Compare and contrast industry working environments to develop engagement strategies within an ever-increasing diverse workforce.
- Conduct a self-evaluation of personal learning and practicum experience and develop an individual learning plan.
- Critically analyze the roles and responsibilities of all personnel within the work-based learning environment.
- Develop a presentation to give an analysis of the student’s progression and achievement while going through the internship.
- Engage in discussions to develop and share understanding of management and leadership strategies.
GRADING SYSTEM
Student learning outcomes are analyzed and critiqued through weekly work logs and completion of assigned projects and essays. Based upon their performance, the student will receive a grade. The students will also receive grades for every part of their projects and summary essay.
Evaluation System Grade Scale
|
Weekly Log/Time Sheets (15 x 25 pts) |
375 |
|
1000-900 |
A |
|
125 |
|
899-800 |
B |
|
|
Goal Sheet |
50 |
|
799-700 |
C |
|
Touch Points |
50 |
|
699-600 |
D (Course Must Be Repeated) |
|
Internship Presentation |
100 |
|
599 and below |
F (Course Must Be Repeated) |
|
Employer/Supervisor Evaluation |
100 |
|
|
|
|
Final Project Report (Summary Paper, Innovation Statement, Log Verification, Organization) |
200 |
|
|
|
|
Total Points |
1000 |
|
|
|
Office Hours
Th 8:00 PM - 2:00 PM HLC
NOTE Or by appointmentTh 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM HLC
NOTE Or by AppointmentPublished: 01/07/2026 16:36:36