GST351 Science of CookingIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Gastronomy And Culinary ArtsGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Gastronomy And Culinary Arts
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: GST351
Course Name: Science of Cooking
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
2 2 3 6
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. İLKAY GÖK
Course Lecturer(s): Öğr.Gör. BİLGE DİLARA DOKUZCAN CİNGÜ
Öğr.Gör. ARİF AKDAŞ
Assoc. Prof. İLKAY GÖK
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to observe and learn the changes that occur in the food during the preparation of the foods by making experiments on many foods such as milk and dairy products, eggs, fruits and vegetables, sugar, oils, emulsions. As students prepare their reports, they learn how to conduct research and prepare a report in a scientific way.
Course Content: Explanation of Course Traces
Jam and Jelly Making
Preparing Grapes for Fermentation for Wine Making
Changes in Fruits and Vegetables
Protein Denaturation in Milk and Milk Products
Egg Protein Denaturation
Wheat Gluten
visa
Cake and Yeast Bread Making
emulsions
Smoke and Burning Point of Oils
Oils Used in Pastry Works
Molecular gastronomy

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) • To explain the use of starch in foods. • To explain the properties of different starches. • Demonstration of the gelling process and the changes occurring in this process. • To explain the experiment to be made about jam and jelly making to students • To demonstrate the effects of acid and sugar by making experiments in jam and jelly making.
2) • Giving information about winemaking. • Definition of maceration and fermentation terms. • Describing the steps to be used in preparing the grapes for fermentation and performing the related experiment
3) • Explaining the changes in cooked fruits and vegetables. • Examination of pigment, color, aroma, taste and textural changes occurring in fruits and vegetables during cooking. • Experiments shown on broccoli, carrots and potatoes
4) • Introduction to milk and dairy products. • Disclosure of protein denaturation occurring in milk. • Examination of changes in milk with acid and temperature. • Explaining the making of cheese. • Performing the experiments shown.
5) • Explaining egg protein denaturation. • Explaining the foaming feature of egg white. • Comparing changes in egg foam in situations such as whisk, sugar addition, salt addition, acid addition.
6) • Explaining wheat protein. • Comparison of protein of wheat and other grains. • To demonstrate the effect of gluten on dough making by experiment. Comparison of cakes prepared with flour of different cereals. • Investigating the effects of whisking, egg foam and oven temperature on cake quality with experiments. • Making yeast bread and observing the effect of yeast on bread quality
7) • Identification of fats and oils. • Explanation of the differences between fats and oils. • Identification of the smoke and smoldering points of oils. • Comparison of changes occurring in smoke and combustion points in different oils
8) • Molecular gastronomy studies • Strawberry spaghetti making • Top cacık making • Cooking fish with Suvi
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) • Explanation of the purpose of the course and how the course will be taught • Explanation of the course syllabus week by week • Announcement of the visa and final weeks. • Explanation of the effect of visa, reports and final exam on the end-of-term grading. Review course syllabus
2) • To explain the use of starch in foods. • To explain the properties of different starches. • Demonstration of the gelling process and the changes occurring in this process. • To explain the experiment to be made about jam and jelly making to students • To demonstrate the effects of acid and sugar by making experiments in jam and jelly making. Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
3) • Giving information about winemaking. • Definition of maceration and fermentation terms. • Describing the steps to be used in preparing the grapes for fermentation and performing the related experiment Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
4) • Explaining the changes that occur in the cooked fruits and vegetables. • Examination of pigment, color, aroma, taste and textural changes occurring in fruits and vegetables during cooking. • Experiments shown on broccoli, carrots and potatoes Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
5) • Introduction to milk and dairy products. • Disclosure of protein denaturation occurring in milk. • Examination of changes in milk with acid and temperature. • Explaining the making of cheese. • Performing the experiments shown. Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
6) • Explaining egg protein denaturation. • Explaining the foaming feature of egg white. • Comparison of changes in egg foam in situations such as whisk, sugar addition, salt addition, acid addition. Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
7) • Explaining wheat protein. • Comparison of protein of wheat and other grains. • To demonstrate the effect of gluten in dough making by experiment Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
8) • To test the competencies of the topics covered in the 7-week process with the midterm exam. • Resolves midterm exam questions and reports any deficiencies. none
9) • Comparison of cakes prepared with flour of different cereals. • Examination of the effects of whisking, egg foam and oven temperature on cake quality with experiments. • Making yeast bread and observing the effect of yeast on bread quality Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
10) • Defining the emulsion and explaining its usage areas. • Defining emulsions used in foods and giving examples of their usage methods. • Explanation of the emulsion feature of the egg. Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
11) • Identification of fats and oils. • Explanation of the differences between fats and oils. • Identification of the smoke and burning points of oils. • Comparison of changes occurring in smoke and combustion points in different oils Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
12) • Describe the quality features of pastries. • Comparison of quality features of pastries prepared with different fats and oils. Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
13) • Molekürler gastronomi çalışmaları yapılması • Çilek spagetti yapımı • Top cacık yapımı • Suvi ile balık pişirilmesi Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
14) introduction of tools used for molecular gastronomy Students prepare a report with the answers to the questions of the week concerned.
15) • Retaking for the final exam study for the exam
16) Final Exam No data

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: McWilliams, M, 2012, Experimental Food Laboratory Manual, Prentice Hall: New Jersey, USA.
References: The Science of Good Cooking, 2012, ed. Michael Newhouse & John Burgoyne, Brookline Massachusetts.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Okan University Gastronomy Department Students have information about nutrition principles and food science. They apply their knowledge in working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students are knowledgeable about hygiene and sanitation in the kitchen and the hiding conditions of food. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about legal regulations, professional standards, rights and obligations and ethical rules related to gastronomy.
2) Okan University Gastronomy department students have detailed information about alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and use various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in food production. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about international cooking and chopping techniques. They apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy Department students have information about local and international cuisine foods. They apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy Department students have knowledge of national and international food safety standards and apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students are knowledgeable and attentive about personal care, hygiene, clothing and appearance. The students of the Gastronomy department have information about national and international dessert and bread techniques. Okan University Gastronomy department students has information about food and beverage cost analysis, control and menu pricing.
3) Okan University Gastronomy department students work effectively, either individually or independently. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about management theories and practices that can effectively manage food and beverage management.
4) Okan University Gastronomy department students constantly update and develop their knowledge and skills in the field with the awareness of lifelong learning.
5) Okan University Gastronomy Department students recognize the physical environment of their area. Defend, use and maintain the tools and equipment. Gastronomy Department students have information about gastronomy in media and art. Okan University Gastronomy department students work together with the sector to prepare projects in the direction of incoming requests. Okan University Gastronomy department students have the ability to communicate effectively.
6) Okan University Gastronomy department students know all the processes related to food and beverage production from the purchasing stage to the presentation stage and solve the problems that may arise in these processes. Okan University Gastronomy department students use their artistic ability in preparing, cooking and serving food. Okan University Gastronomy Department students know the contents of foods and how to use foods in healthy way. They use their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students have the ability to identify and solve problems in their field. Okan University Gastronomy department students have a level of knowledge that they can follow new technologies related to gastronomy and use them effectively.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Okan University Gastronomy Department Students have information about nutrition principles and food science. They apply their knowledge in working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students are knowledgeable about hygiene and sanitation in the kitchen and the hiding conditions of food. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about legal regulations, professional standards, rights and obligations and ethical rules related to gastronomy. 5
2) Okan University Gastronomy department students have detailed information about alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and use various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in food production. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about international cooking and chopping techniques. They apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy Department students have information about local and international cuisine foods. They apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy Department students have knowledge of national and international food safety standards and apply their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students are knowledgeable and attentive about personal care, hygiene, clothing and appearance. The students of the Gastronomy department have information about national and international dessert and bread techniques. Okan University Gastronomy department students has information about food and beverage cost analysis, control and menu pricing. 3
3) Okan University Gastronomy department students work effectively, either individually or independently. Okan University Gastronomy department students have information about management theories and practices that can effectively manage food and beverage management. 5
4) Okan University Gastronomy department students constantly update and develop their knowledge and skills in the field with the awareness of lifelong learning. 5
5) Okan University Gastronomy Department students recognize the physical environment of their area. Defend, use and maintain the tools and equipment. Gastronomy Department students have information about gastronomy in media and art. Okan University Gastronomy department students work together with the sector to prepare projects in the direction of incoming requests. Okan University Gastronomy department students have the ability to communicate effectively. 5
6) Okan University Gastronomy department students know all the processes related to food and beverage production from the purchasing stage to the presentation stage and solve the problems that may arise in these processes. Okan University Gastronomy department students use their artistic ability in preparing, cooking and serving food. Okan University Gastronomy Department students know the contents of foods and how to use foods in healthy way. They use their knowledge in school and working life. Okan University Gastronomy department students have the ability to identify and solve problems in their field. Okan University Gastronomy department students have a level of knowledge that they can follow new technologies related to gastronomy and use them effectively. 4

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Group study and homework
Lab
Homework
Report Writing
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Application
Observation
Individual Project
Group project
Reporting

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 16 64
Application 15 60
Midterms 1 1
Total Workload 125