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Cake Decorating S
This "hands-on" course will teach you
the finer art of cake decorating. Topics
may include: petit fours, modeling with
marzipan, wedding floral centrepieces,
and preparation of show pieces.
Offered at: Clinton, Mount Forest,
Stratford, Waterloo.
Basic Cooking S
This course is designed for the inex-
perienced cook who is interested in
learning the fundamentals of cooking.
Topics include the preparation of soups,
entrees, desserts, use of spices and
basic nutrition. Preparation and demon-
stration will take place in our kitchen fa-
cilities.
Offered at: Waterloo.
Dehydration Of Food S
Dehydration of food is one of the oldest
and best ways of preserving food,
particularly useful to back -packers and
campers. This seminar will explore the
methods of drying and the reconstitution
of different kinds of food. Come and try
samples of fruit leather, home-made
raisins and tomato powder!
Offered at: Guelph.
Gourmet Cooking S
This course is designed for the inex-
perienced gourmet cook who is interest-
ed in learning the basic fundamentals of
cooking for two. Preparation and de-
monstration will take place in our kitchen
facilities.
Offered at: Clinton, Waterloo.
Dietary Aid - Part I A
These courses will be of interest to
dietary services employees and to
students interested in seeking employ-
ment in the food service area of a health
care institution. Topics include: sanita-
tion, safety, the digestive process, good
nutrition, feeding programs, diet in
disease, special diets, human relations.
Prerequisite: Students must be able to
speak, read, write and understand En-
glish.
Offered at: Clinton.
Dietary Aid - Part II A
Topics include: dishwashing proce-
dures, menu planning, solid and vegeta-
ble preparation, cold larder, cafeteria
service, purchasing, costing, portion
control, dietary forms and records.
Prerequisite: Part I or by special permis-
sion of Mr. Ken Schmidt.
Offered at: Clinton.
Introduction To Herbs S
This seminar will cover everyday use of
herbs, how to grow, and freeze and dry
for winter storage. Benefits of herbs for
your health and their uses in cooking will
be discussed.
Offered at: Guelph.
Herb Luncheon S
Rachel McLeod of Kiln Farm will
introduce the healthful uses and meth-
ods of cooking with spices and herbs.
This will be followed by a demdnstration
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lunch. Christmas decorations using
herbs and live plant material will be
discussed in the afternoon. This course
will be held at Kiln Form (about 20 km
south of Guelph).
Offered at: Guelph.
Indian Cooking Workshop N
This workshop is designed for the
experienced cook who is looking for an
opportunity to expand his/her cooking
experiences. Students will learn how to
develop the menu, how to use and where
to buy spices, how to prepare, and how
to serve Indian meals. Meals will be
prepared and served during the course.
Offered at: Waterloo.
Gingerbread House Workshop S
Do you have trouble deciding what to
give people for Christmas this year? Do
you have children on your Christmas list
who like magical surprises? Learn how
to make your own Gingerbread house.
This demonstration session will teach
you in an enjoyable and economical
way, Gingerbread House design, con-
struction techniques and decorating.
Specific items covered: gingerbread
applications, roof design, royal icing
application. Recipes and patterns will be
provided.
Offered at: Guelph, Listowel, Mitchell.
Oriental Cooking S
This course will familiarize students with
Chinese culinary art including many
exotic ingredients, and authentic Chin-
ese equipment. Students will learn to
make spring rolls, wonton, sweet and
sour chicken, barbecued pork, tempura,
Szechuan hot and sour soup, fried rice,
Moo Goo Guy Pan, Tai Dop Voy and
many more mouth watering dishes.
Offered at: Waterloo.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography S
This course is for the person who knows
very little about Photography. The
objective is to familiarize each student
with the basic fundamentals of photog-
raphy including exposure control, com-
position, lighting, filters. It is advisable to
bring a 35 mm camera to class.
Offered at: Doon, Waterloo.
Photography I S
This course is for the amateur and
individual who knows very little about
Photography. It covers: how your cam-
era works, how to select a camera, film
types, enlarging, lighting and how to
take a good photograph.
Offered at: Stratford.
Photography - The Basics S
The objectives of this course are to
provide the student with a firm under-
standing of their camera through practi-
cal demonstrations, shooting assign-
ments and slide presentations.
The student wilt be able to: load the
camera properly, identify and operate
the parts of their camera, choose the
correct film for the lighting available, and
correctly: expose, compose, light and
create better pictures.
Equipment: 35 mm camera, manually
operated or automatic. Flash unit.
Offered at: Guelph.
Nature Photography S
This course is designed for those with
some previous knowledge of the photo-
graphic arts who wish to concentrate on
shooting nature skills. Creativity of
individual style will be emphasized.
The course will begin on Friday evening
from 7 p.m. to Jrp.m. During this time we
will discuss techniques to be used the
following day and will preview sample
slides. Saturday morning sharp at 5
a.m., we will meet in the Conestoga
College Parking Lot. We will depart
immediately to the shooting location to
study practical photographic set ups.
Afterwards, students will individually
create their own artistic studies.
On the following Saturday morning
students will meet at Conestoga College
from 9 to 12 for a critique session. It is
imperative that your film be processed
for that session. Students will supply
their own film, tripod and other acces-
sories. (lenses, filters, etc.)
Suggested film: slide film is preferred for
critiquing
Suggested film speed: early morning -
Ektachrome ASA 200 or 400: 8 a.m.
lighting - ASA 64: fine grain (sharper
image) - ASA 25 in bright light.
Offered at: Guelph.
Advanced Photography S
This course will provide the student with
an opportunity to practice advanced
techniques. The course includes practi-
cal assignments and critiquing sessions.
Students will learn the art of pre -
visualization using the new techniques
taught in this course. Demonstrations by
the instructor, and practical experience
will help students understand the opera-
tion of their equipment.
Students should bring a 35 mm camera
with adjustable aperture and shutter
speeds either manually operated or
automatic with manual override; flash
unit (preferable electronic) with 60 inch
flash synchronization cord. Filters are
optional.
Offered at: Guelph, Waterloo.
Portrait And Studio Photography S
Who should attend? Persons with skilled
camera techniques who want to broduce
portraits of their family and friends.
Topics include: the effects of lighting
and shadow, how to pose the subject
and how to create a setting which
reflects the mental image of the subject.
In addition, to portraits, outdoor portrai-
ture and Wedding Photography will be
included.
Offered at: Guelph, Waterloo.
RECREATION AND FITNESS.,,
Basic Social Dancing S
Brush up on your dancing and have