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Chef's Master Class
Baking and Pastry
AutoCAD

Chef's Master Class

This week-long intensive at DiscoverU is designed to introduce many of the basic cooking methods while taking your pallet on a food adventure experiencing taste and culture from the four corners of the planet.

campers chopping up food for preparation for a meal — Students learn how to handle a knife and build confidence in both knife skills and knife safety.

Camper portioning out food for a meal — Learning Mise en Place means having all ingredients accurately measured before starting.

master chef explaining different measurement metrics to a camper — Alongside our chef instructor, students gain valuable insights into their techniques.

culinary student learning gourmet rice ball techniques — During food safety instruction, students learn how ready-to-eat goods like this rice onigiri must be handled with washed and gloved hands while making food others will consume.

About Chef's Master Class

Each day we will make a complete meal from a different food tradition. Knife skills, cooking methods, ingredient identification, and food safety are incorporated into this course, which provides a good introduction to the Culinary Apprenticeship Certificate offered at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education.

Baking and Pastry

This week-long immersive experience is perfect for aspiring bakers and pastry enthusiasts! You will explore the fundamentals of baking, from mastering essential techniques to creating delicious treats.

About Baking and Pastry Camp

Each day will feature hands-on experience with different baking methods and ingredients. From breads and pastries to cakes and confections, participants will refine their skills while indulging in the art of baking. This experience can be standalone but also compliments and expands on our DiscoverU Baking and Pastry Finishing Touches course, and also provides a great introduction to the Baking & Pastry Certificate program which will be offered soon at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education.

AutoCAD Builders Lab

Discover the power of AutoCAD in this dynamic one-week program designed for high school students interested in architecture, engineering, or design! This hands-on program introduces the fundamentals of computer-aided design (CAD), equipping students with essential skills in 2D drafting, precision drawing, and basic 3D modeling.

Canvas with bold abstract shapes and bright colors — Students creatively engage with class through unique project designs.

Camper sketching in a bright studio — Learning the AutoCAD interface to practice drafting designs.

Digital illustration on a tablet — Students create technical drawings and apply core design principles to their illustrations.

Gallery wall with student work — Practicing new skills while receiving valuable instructor input and guidance.

About AutoCAD

Through engaging projects and expert instruction, students will learn to navigate AutoCAD’s interface, create technical drawings, and apply core design principles. By the end of the week, students will complete a portfolio-ready project while gaining insight into potential careers in engineering, architecture, and product design. No prior experience is needed—just creativity and a passion for problem-solving! Join us for a fast-paced and exciting introduction to the world of digital design. This camp provides a good introduction to the AutoCAD Certificate program here at KSU CPE.

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