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Course Code: TPC 1 Descriptive Title: Global Tourism, Geography and Culture

Course Credit(s): Three (3) Units Lecture Hours/Week: 3 Hours/Week Laboratory Hours/Week: None

Pre-Requisites: None
Course Description: World Tourism differs from all other forms of geography in this way: It concentrates on those features about a destination that affect travel and
tourism. This study aims to know all the relevant facts about a destination, to be aware of what kind of traveler favors a destination, to know the individual tourist that you
are serving and to search for enhancement opportunities.
Students taking this course will be made aware of the different tourist destinations not only in the country but all over the world and they will be familiarized with the
culture and the history of each country.
Course Learning Outcomes:

At the completion of this course, students should be able to:

 Demonstrate a knowledge of location, physical geography, and cultural geography of different regions around the world
 Analyze the importance of human environmental interaction and its impact on current events
 Demonstrate knowledge of varied concepts within geography and how each are interrelated
 Develop skills in the use of primary and secondary sources to acquire and process geographic information
 Demonstrate competencies in the different areas of tourism such as tour guiding and escorting, tour and travel agency and airline operations.
 Execute effective and efficient oral and written skills in communication and information technology in tourism industry.
 Apply knowledge of a global perspective and diversity issues as related to tourism sectors.
 Formulate effective solutions to the identified problems in the field of tourism environment.
COURSE PROGRAM OUTCOME MAP:

In pursuit of Colegio de la Purisima Concepcion’s (CPC) noble vision and mission, the College of Business, Management and Accountancy (CBMA) aims to produce Bachelor
of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) graduates to possess the following:

1. Apply management theories, methods to various types of tourism and hospitality organizations;
2. Analyze, evaluate, and solve problems using methods of management science;
3. Make decisions and act within social and ethical dimensions;
4. Sustain commitment in promoting livelihood programs in community development;
5. Use interpersonal & communication skills to be an effective player & leader in the tourism and hospitality industry;
6. Perform effectively and efficiently the core competencies in the tourism and hospitality industry;
7. An Ideal Purisimian graduate is a world-class, competent, innovative professional imbued with Christian values and a deep love for the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Course/Subject Outcome 1 Outcome 2 Outcome 3 Outcome 4 Outcome 5 Outcome 6 Outcome 7

TPC 1 – Global
Tourism, L L P P L L P
Geography and
Culture

(Legend: L–learned in the course; P–practiced in the course; O–not yet learned/practiced but the opportunity to exists)
Course/Subjects Units Outcome 1 Outcome 2 Outcome 3 Outcome 4 Outcome 5 Outcome 6 Outcome 7

Professional Subjects

CBME 1 3 P L P P L L P
CBME 2 3 L L P P L L P
THC 1 3 P L P P P L P
THC2 3 L L P P L L P
THC 3 3 P P P P P L P
THC 4 3 P P P P P L P
THC 5 3 L L P P L L P
THC 6 3 P P P P P L P
THC 7 5
P P P P P L
P
THC 8 3 L L P P L L P
THC 9 3 L L P P L L P
THC 10 3 P P P P P L P
THC 11 3 P L P P L L P
THC 12 3 P P P P P L P
TPC 1 3 L L P P P L P
TPC 2 3 L L P P L L P
TPC 3 3 L L P P L L P
TPC 3 3 L L P P L L P
TPC 4 3 P P P P P L P
TPC 5 3 P L P P L L P
TPC 6 3 L L P P L L P
TPC 7 3 P L P P L L P
TPC 8 3 P L P P L L P
TPC 9 3 P P P P P P P
TPC 10 3 P P P P P P P
TMPE 1 3 P P P P P P P
TMPE 2 3 P P P P P P P
TMPE 3 3 P P P P P P P
TMPE 4
P P P P P L
3 P
TMPE 5 3 P P P P P P P
TMPE 6 3 P P P P P P P
Practicum 14 P P P P P P P
 Intended Learning Teaching Textbook Time
Outcomes Learning (T) Assessment Allotment
Competence Topics (ILO) Activities Equipment (Hours)
References
(TLA) (R) Task Tool Lec Lab
PRELIMINARY PERIOD

Reinforce knowledge of Introduction

students on world geography
and culture. The Themes of Geography

 Location Identify themes of Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 3

 Relative Location geography; Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 Absolute Location Define world tourism. Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
 Place Familiarize with the Instruction Exam, Exams,
 Human Environment different locations of Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
Interaction different tourist Reporting Student
 Movement destinations; Workshop Output
State and analyze the Research Work
Forces of Change importance of studying
of world tourism for
 Plate Tectonics their course.
 Climate Identify and describe
elements of a map;
Maps Identify and describe
types of maps.
 Elements of a Map
 Types of Maps
 Map Projections

Cultural & Human Geography

 Cultures
 Economics
 Natural Resources
 Politics
The United States of America

 Regions of the United Familiarize with the Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 3
States: The Northeast different locations of Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 The South different tourist Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
 The Midwest destinations in the Instruction Exam, Exams,
 The Great Plains United States; Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
 The West Enumerate the culture Reporting Student
 History and behavior of the Workshop Output
 Natives people from these Research Work
 European Colonization places;
 Industrial Revolution Outline and understand
the history of the places
 World Superpower
Remember the
 Current Events/Culture
important facts of a
 Politics
destination.
 Cultural Diversity
 Changing Economy
 Globalization

Canada:
Familiarize with the Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 1
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 Climate different tourist Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
 Canadian Shield destinations in Canada; Instruction Exam, Exams,
 History Enumerate the culture Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
 Inuits and behavior of the Reporting Student
 French/British Rule people from these Workshop Output
 Current Events/Culture places; Research Work
 Prime Minister Outline and understand
 Oil Sands / Alternative the history of the places
Energy Remember the
important facts of a
destination.
Mexico

 Physical Geography Familiarize with the Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 1
 Mexican Plateau different locations of Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 History different tourist Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
 Mayas & Aztecs destinations in Mexico; Instruction Exam, Exams,
 Spanish Colonialism Enumerate the culture Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
 Mexican Independence and behavior of the Reporting Student
 Mexican Revolution people from these Workshop Output
 Current Events/Culture places; Research Work
Outline and understand
 Daily Life Poverty
the history of the places
 Drug Cartels/Politics
Remember the
important facts of a
destination.

PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION
 MIDTERM PERIOD

Exhibit knowledge of Caribbean Countries:

students on world geography
and culture.  Physical Geography Familiarize with the Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 3
 Islands different locations of Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 Earthquakes/Volcanoes different tourist Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
Hurricanes destinations in Instruction Exam, Exams,
 History Caribbean; Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
 Columbian Exchange Enumerate the culture Reporting Student
 Independence and behavior of the Workshop Output
Movements people from these Research Work
 Current Events/Culture places;
 Tourism Outline and understand
the history of the places
 Food
Remember the
 Haiti - 2010 Earthquake
important facts of a
 Cuba - Communist
destination.
 Migration

The Northern Tropics

 Physical Geography Familiarize with the Lecture LCD T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 3
 Andes Mountains different locations of Discussion Projector, R1, R2, R3 Major Written
 History different tourist Multimedia Laptop Written and Oral
 The Incas destinations in South Instruction Exam, Exams,
 Spanish America; Case Studies Oral Exam Reporting
 Current Events/Culture Enumerate the culture Reporting Student
 Coffee and behavior of the Workshop Output
 Drug Trade people from these Research Work
 Indigenous Cultures places;
 Language Diversity Outline and understand
 Comparing Governments the history of the places
Remember the
important facts of a
destination.

Brazil

 Physical Geography Familiarize with the Lecture T1, T2, T3 Quizzes, Quizzes, 3
 Amazon Rainforest different locations of Discussion R1, R2, R3
  History different tourist Multimedia LCD Major Written
 Slave Trade destinations in Brazil; Instruction Projector, Written and Oral
 Current Events/Culture Enumerate the culture Case Studies Laptop Exam, Exams,
 2014 World Cup and behavior of the Reporting Oral Exam Reporting
 2016 Summer Olympics - people from these Workshop Student
 Poverty/Economy places; Research Work Output
 Sao Paulo Outline and understand
the history of the places
Remember the
important facts of a
destination.

Australia:
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 1
different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Plants & Animals
destinations in Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 History
Australia; Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 Indigenous Peoples
Enumerate the culture Reporting Laptop Student
 Colonialism
and behavior of the Workshop Output
 Current Events/Cultures people from these Research Work
 Farming & Cities places;
 Immigration Outline and understand
the history of the places
Remember the
important facts of a
destination.

New Zealand & Oceanian

Nations:
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Geography different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Reefs destinations in Oceania; Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 History Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 Seafarers and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
 Languages people from these Workshop Output
 Current Events/Cultures places; Research Work
 Cultures
 Trade Patterns Outline and understand
 Rights the history of the places
 Tourism Remember the
 New Zealand Today important facts of a
destination.

MIDTERM EXAMINATION
 PREFINAL PERIOD

Demonstrate knowledge of European Geography

students on world geography
and culture. The United Kingdom:
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 History different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Industrial Revolution different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
Imperialism destinations in Europe Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 Tension with Ireland Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
France: people from these Workshop Output
places; Research Work
 History Outline and understand 3
 Feudalism the history of the places
 Exploration Remember the
 French Revolution important facts of a
destination.
Germany

 Geography 3
 Rhine/Alps
 History
 WWI/Nationalism
 WWII/Cold War
1
The Scandinavian Countries
 History
 Vikings

Southern Europe

 Geography 1
 History
 Roman Empire
 Renaissance/Reformation

The Balkans and Greece

 Geography 2
 Mountains
 History
  Greek Empire
 Ethnic Division
 Current European Events
 The European Union

Russia
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Extreme Climates different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Siberia destinations in Russia; Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 Natural Resources Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
 History
people from these Workshop Output
 Russian Empire
places; Research Work
Serfdom/Industrializatio
Outline and understand
n
the history of the places
 Soviet Union
Remember the
 Current Events/Culture
important facts of a
 St. Petersburg destination.
 Putin/Government
 2014 Sochi Olympics

PREFINAL EXAMINATION
 FINAL PERIOD

Reinforce knowledge of China

students on world geography Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
and culture.  Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 China's Rivers different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Mongolian Plateau destinations in China; Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 Urban Development Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 Rural Subsistence and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
 Three Gorges Dam people from these Workshop Output
 Dynasties places; Research Work
 The Silk Road Outline and understand
the history of the places
 Exploration
Remember the
 Inventions
important facts of a
 Communist Revolution
destination.
 Tiananmen Square
 Current Events/Cultures
 Confucianism, Religion
 One Child Policy
 Economics
 Taiwan

North and South Korea

Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Peninsula different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 History destinations in Korea; Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 Early History Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 North-South War 1950- and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
53 - people from these Workshop Output
 Current Events/Cultures places; Research Work
 Both nations Outline and understand
 South Korea - Economy the history of the places
 North Korea - Remember the
Communist important facts of a
destination.
Japan
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Islands different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Tsunami Dangers destinations in Japan; Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 Earthquake Dangers Enumerate the culture Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 History and behavior of the Reporting Laptop Student
 Emperors Shogun's people from these Workshop Output
 Meiji & WWII places; Research Work
 Current Events/Cultures Outline and understand
the history of the places
 Strong Economy
Remember the
 Anime
important facts of a
 Fukushima
destination.

ASEAN
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography
different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 Geography different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 Malay Peninsula destinations in the Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
 History ASEAN Region; Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 Colonialism Enumerate the culture Reporting Laptop Student
 Current Events/Cultures and behavior of the Workshop Output
 Thailand today people from these Research Work
 Singapore's Growth places;
 Malaysian Airlines Outline and understand
the history of the places
Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam Remember the
important facts of a 1
 Physical Geography destination.
 Rivers
 History
 Vietnam War
 Current Events/Cultures

Indonesia:
1
 Physical Geography
 Island Nations
 History
  Ancient Valley Kingdoms
 Current Events/Cultures
 Religion
 Migration

Philippines:
Familiarize with the Lecture Quizzes, Quizzes,
 Physical Geography different locations of Discussion T1, T2, T3 Major Written 3
 History different tourist Multimedia R1, R2, R3 Written and Oral
 American destinations in the Instruction LCD Exam, Exams,
Imperialism/WWII: Philippines; Case Studies Projector, Oral Exam Reporting
 Current Events/Cultures Enumerate the culture Reporting Laptop Student
and behavior of the Workshop Output
people from these Research Work
places;
Outline and understand
the history of the places
Remember the
important facts of a
destination.

FINAL EXAMINATION
Equipment: LCD Projector, Laptop, Chalk/White Board

Textbooks:
1. Muller, Peter (2010): Global Geography. Oxford University Press. 14th Edition.
2. Guasch, Juan Martin (2011): Travel and Tours. Grandwater Publications.
3. Lim, Romeo. (2011): Understanding Travel and Tours. Mindshapers Co.

References:
1. www.dot.gov.ph
2. www.slideshare.net
3. www.travefy.com

Course Requirements:
 Major Exams
 Quizzes
 Unit Tests
 Oral Recitation
 Assignments
 Research Works
 Individual/Group Presentations
 Case Study Analysis
 Individual Outputs

Grading System:

Components Percentage
Class Participation 15%
Quizzes 20%
Assignment/Paper/Project 15%
Major Exam 50%
Total 100%
Course Requirements & Grading System GRADE Percentage Equivalent Indication
1.00 100% Excellent
Prelim Grade …………………………………………………………………………………………. 25% 1.25 97 - 99%
Prelim Examination …………………………………………………. 50% 1.50 94 - 96% Very Good
Quizzes …………………………………………………………………… 20% 1.75 91 - 93%
Class Participation/Presentation……………………………… 15%
2.00 88 - 90% Good
Assignment …………………………………………………………….. 15%
2.25 85 - 87%
2.50 82 - 84% Fair
Midterm Grade ……………………………………………………………………………………… 25%
2.75 79 - 81%
Prelim Examination ……………………………………………. 50%
3.00 75 - 78% Passing
Quizzes ……………………………………………………………… 20%
5.00 Failure
Class Participation/Presentation………………………… 15%
Assignment …………………………………………………………15% F – Failed
NE – Never Entered
Pre-Final Grade ……………………………………………………………………………….……. 25% D – Dropped
Prelim Examination ……………………………………………50% FA – Failure due to Absences (more than 20% of the total number of class
Quizzes ………………………………………………………………20% hours)
INC – Incomplete (must be completed within 2 consecutive semesters excluding
Class Participation/Presentation…………………………15%
summer or grade becomes an F)
Assignment ………………………………………………………..15%

Final Grade …………………………………………………………………………………………… 25%

Prelim Examination ……………………………………………50%
Quizzes ………………………………………………………………20%
Class Participation/Presentation…………………………15%
Assignment ………………………………………………………..15%

Total ………………………………………………………………………………………..…………. 100%

Passing Mark = 75%

Equivalent: 50 + 50 (Score)
Perfect Score
CLASSROOM POLICIES

Testing and Grading

 Major exams will be administered on the scheduled date and time. All of them are close-notes and closed books. No make-up exams will be allowed.
 A failing mark will automatically be given to any student caught cheating in any exam.
 Appeals for rechecking must therefore be accomplished within ONE WEEK AFTER THE RESULTS ARE GIVEN OUT.
 If classes are suspended or cancelled on the date of a scheduled exam or quiz, it is understood the test will be given on the following meeting.
 Quizzes will be given every meeting. Students are required to study for the lessons that were taught or assigned readings for discussions.

Class Guidelines
 Turn off cellular phones or activate the silent vibration mode to avoid disrupting the class discussion.
 Students are expected to adhere to the school dress code.
 Restroom needs should be attended to before or after the class, or during breaks between classes. It should not be done during class.
 Eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed inside the classroom.
 Students are highly encouraged to ask questions and contribute their insights and observations, as long as they are relevant to the subject matter being discussed. Disruptive
students will be asked to leave the room.

Practical Evaluation
 (Continuous Assessment) during each activity, students will be evaluated on their activity work and attitude. Additional marks will be awarded for displays of leadership. A copy
of the daily assessment will be handed to the students during orientation.
 There will be four assessments; these marks will form part of the overall mark for the paper works along with an average of all other activity sessions.

Attendance Policy
 Attendance for taught elements of the program is important in order for students to succeed in their studies, for this reason, attendance is mandatory.
 Absences will be treated as a disciplinary offense; three warning letters and the student will be withdrawn/failed for the remainder of the semester regardless of medical
certificates or authorized absences.
 Students are expected to be in class on time. Absence will be recorded when late.
 All activities are mandatory. Non-attendance /completion will be treated as absent.

Tardiness
 Classes will start on time, and attendance/absence will be registered at the start of the class.
 Tardiness is not tolerated in industry and students are being prepared to be managers in the industry.

Consultation Hours
 Regarding consultation, students may get in touch with their TPC 1 Instructor through:

Contact Number:
Email Address:

 Students who wish to individually consult their TPC 1 Instructor may arrange an appointment with them or through Ms. Jackielyn A. Arnido, the Department Secretary.