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TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1121 Introduction to the Travel, Tourism and Meetings Industries 3 credit hours Overview of the career opportunities within the travel, tourism and meeting planning industries. Includes airlines, cruise lines, tour operators, wholesalers, charter operations, hotel representatives, car rental agencies, tourist offices, meeting and convention planning companies, incentive travel, consolidators, travel agencies and home-based agents. Specific job titles and necessary skills are examined. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1122 Introduction to World Destinations 3 credit hours Covers the seven continents of the world in general terms. Discusses basic geography terminology including map reading, time zones, and the location of major airports and cities. Examines companies serving these areas for tourism purposes. Analyzes cultural differences, weather and climate conditions from a traveler’s perspective. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1123 Fundamentals of Fares and E-Ticketing 3 credit hours Domestic air travel basic terminology and documentation procedures including fares, tariffs, reservations, e-ticketing, airline computer Global Distribution Systems (GDS), and Internet capabilities. Examine the interrelationships of accomodations, car rentals, ground handlers, rail travel, air travel, and tours. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1124 Introduction to Travel Communication and Business Etiquette 3 credit hours Specialized industry interactive techniques and communication standards for travel and meeting planning arrangements. Includes various modes of information transmittal, protocols and professional etiquette for interpersonal interactions in the travel, tourism and meetings industries. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1126 North American Destinations 2 credit hour In-depth study of North America including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the islands in the Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean that are in proximity to the North American continent. Covers the location of major cities, airports and sea ports and the air, land and cruise companies serving these areas. Includes the location of important tourist attractions, unique land formations, climate data, the best time to visit the attractions, and how tour companies operate in these areas. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1122 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hour)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1127 European Destinations 2 credit hour In-depth study of Europe and the Middle East. Covers the location of major cities, airports and sea ports and the air, land and cruise companies serving these areas. Includes the location of important tourist attractions, unique land formations, climate data, the best time to visit the attractions, and how tour companies operate in these areas. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1122 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1128 Asian and South Pacific Destinations 2 credit hour In-depth study of Asia and the South Pacific. Covers the location of major cities, airports and sea ports and the air, land and cruise companies serving these areas. Includes the location of important tourist attractions, unique land formations, climate data, the best time to visit the attractions, and how tour companies operate in these areas. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1122 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1129 Central and South American Destinations 2 credit hour In-depth study of Central and South America. Covers the location of major cities, airports and sea ports and the air, land and cruise companies serving these areas. Includes the location of important tourist attractions, unique land formations, climate data, the best time to visit the attractions, and how tour companies operate in these areas. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1122 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1130 African Destinations 2 credit hour In-depth study of Africa. Covers the location of major cities, airports and sea ports and the air, land and cruise companies serving these areas. Includes the location of important tourist attractions, unique land formations, climate data, the best time to visit the attractions, and how tour companies operate in these areas. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1122 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1150 Outside Sales/Home Based 3 credit hours Knowledge, insight, and appreciation of the distinctions between the terms Outside Sales Agent, Home-Based Agent, and Independent Contractor within the realm of the travel and tourism industry. Students will assess successful marketing strategies from travel industry professionals. Course may be taken two times for credit. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1202 Business Management for the Travel Professional 3 credit hours Critical skills necessary to manage and succeed in the travel industry. Office routines, best business practices, compensation, operations, marketing, training, technology, legal issues, accounting, and strategic planning skills. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1209 Event Management 3 credit hours Event management fundamentals for social, corporate and not-for-profit events. Plan, design, implementation and evaluation of events are covered. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1210 Introduction to Global Distribution Systems 3 credit hours Fundamental computer entries to complete an airline reservation within a computer system. Includes the major airline Global Distribution Systems (GDS), their operation, and value to travel agents, outside sales agents, home-based agents and independent contractors. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1820 Selected Topics 1 to 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 to 3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1821 Selected Topics II 1 credit hour Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 lecture hour)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1822 Selected Topics III 2 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1823 Selected Topics IV 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 1840 Independent Study 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (1 to 4 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2130 Airline Operations and Security Procedures 3 credit hours Operations and security procedures for domestic and international airlines, airport policies for handling passengers and their baggage, and procedures for transporting pets and other live animals, denied boarding compensation and other service areas. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2201 Fundamentals of Meeting and Event Planning 3 credit hours Introduction to meeting and event planning core concepts including goals and objectives, budgets, planners and vendors, facilities, and service providers. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2203 Incentive Travel and Planning 3 credit hours Incentive travel and planning strategies, techniques, and current trends including program costs, program budgets, proposal writing, presentations, pre-trip and on-site operations, post-program evaluations, and planning incentive travel programs will be covered in this course. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2205 Meetings, Conventions and Trade Shows 3 credit hours Study of policies, procedures, and techniques for the meeting, convention, and trade show management industries Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 2201 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2206 Contracts and Negotiations for Event Planning 1 credit hour Identify contractual issues and negotiation tactics common to the meeting and event planning industry. (1 lecture hour)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2207 Marketing for the Travel, Tourism and Meetings Industries 3 credit hours Travel, tourism and meeting industries marketing principles. Includes market research, market segmentation and current trends along with strategies, positioning and marketing objectives. Students develop an industry marketing plan. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2210 Advanced Global Distribution Systems 3 credit hours Covering the major airline Global Distribution Systems (GDS) with hands-on experience. Formats required to make itinerary changes, connection selections, fare quotes, reserve cars and hotels, and convert currency. Advanced booking procedures for reserving tour packages and cruises. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1210 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2220 Internet Navigation Skills for the Travel Professional 3 credit hours Examination and exploration of travel-related web sites including airlines, cruise lines, hotels, tour operators, government, weather and health organizations. Overview of the design, content and methods of navigation among these sites, and analysis of the various ways that the Internet impacts the travel industry. Students have a hands-on opportunity to build their own web site for their favorite travel destination. Prerequisite: Computer Information Systems 1110 or 1130 or equivalent or consent of Instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2221 World Cultures and International Tourism Issues 3 credit hours The impact of international cultural differences on the travel, tourism and meetings industries. Includes business ethics, protocols, values, social customs, cultural taboos and accepted standards of behavior chosen from countries with which the United States presently has travel agreements. Also covers current global problems and international issues related to travel, tourism and meeting planning. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2229 International Fares and E-Ticketing 3 credit hours Advanced methods for evaluating and selling international airline reservations, airline tickets, and tours. Interpret international documentation requirements along with worldwide travel codes and terminology. Includes research and utilization of information on the Internet, in the Global Distribution Systems and in hotel, tour, and resource manuals. Prerequisite: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 1121 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2230 Travel Sales and Customer Service 3 credit hours Sales techniques related to the travel, tourism and meetings industries and strategies for building customer service skills. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2236 Cruise Industry Sales Specialization 3 credit hours Study of the cruise line industry with analysis of contemporary cruising, marketing strategies and documentation. Includes evaluation of types of ships, styles, sizes, itinerary selection and destinations. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) members cruise lines will be evaluated. Credit towards CLIA certification available. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2240 Tour Escorting, Planning and Operations 3 credit hours Wholesale and group tour operations, including the initiation and development of tours and vacation packages, generating group business via travel agency sales, marketing travel products to the retail industry, and reviewing documentation preparation. Basic theories and strategies related to tour escorting are covered. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2250 Tour Escorting, Planning, and Operations Practicum 3 credit hours Wholesale and group tour operations with hands-on experience. Students will prepare a comprehensive plan and implement an actual tour package to a vacation destination. Course culminates with the tour based on students' plan. Recommended course: Travel, Tourism & Event Planning 2240 (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2820 Advanced Selected Topics 1 to 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 to 3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2821 Advanced Selected Topics II 1 credit hour Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 lecture hour)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2822 Advanced Selected Topics III 2 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (2 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2823 Advanced Selected Topics IV 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2860 Internship (Career & Technical Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

TRAVEL, TOURISM AND EVENT PLANNING 2865 Internship - Advanced (Career & Tech Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

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