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Syllabus in TRSM 1 Principles of Tourism 1

Course Code TRSM 1 Pre-requisite None

Course Title Principles of Tourism 1/Basic Principles of Tourism Co-requisite None
Credit Units 3 units Semester 1st Semester
Total Contact Hours 54 hours Academic Year 2014-2015

Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to the study of tourism, where tourism is examined from the perspective of a phenomenon, an industry and as a field of
study or research. As a phenomenon, the major factors that contribute to its development, growth and decline both in the world and in the Philippines are analyzed.
As an industry, the course looks at the various sectors that comprise the tourism system and how they interact with each other. As a field of research, major tourism
theories are introduced. Basic definitions and concepts relating to tourism’s political, environmental, economic and cultural impacts are also discussed.

Course Objectives:
At the end of the course, students are expected to:
Cognitive:
1. Analyze the philosophy and fundamental principles of tourism.
2. Determine the role of tourism industry in the overall impact on the development of a country.
3. Explain historical changes which have affected the growth and development of the hospitality industry.
Affective:
1. Appreciate the importance tourism.
2. Understand the role of different sectors that supports the tourism industry.
3. Acknowledge the role of the Department of Tourism in the overall improvement of the Philippines Tourism Industry.
4. Develop inevitable attitudes necessary for a tourism/hospitality practitioner in the future.
5. Value Filipino culture and origin of tourism in the Philippines as well as international perspective.
Psychomotor:

1. Recognize and apply how the tourism organizations are structured and operated.
2. Implements the principles, theories and concepts in all the aspects of tourism especially in protecting and rehabilitating site
attractions.
3. Preserve the rich cultural heritage of the country through continued practice of the Filipino cultures and traditions.

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Course Requirements:
Quizzes Recitation Reportorial Seatwork Educational Tour(optional)
Assignments Projects Attendance Participation in Class Discussion
Major Requirements: Prelim: Prelim ExaminationMidterm: Midterm Examination and Project Final: Final Examination and Project

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Valuing
Specific Time (in line with the Vision and Evaluation
Term Subject Matter Methodology Teaching Aid
Objectives Frame Mission of the University) Tools

1. Discuss the I. Introduction: Group Discussion Course Outline 1.5 hours  The students must Oral recitation
P importance of
the syllabus and
Course syllabus,
requirements and
and Course
Syllabus
understand and apply the
importance of the subject on
R the subject.
2. Discuss the
Grading System
Meaning and
PowerPoint
Presentation
their chosen field.
 Students must be particular Class
requirements and importance of Participation
E grading system.
3. Discuss the
Tourism
with the ongoing rules and
regulations of the subject to
avoid future discrepancy on
L implementing
rules and
their grades.
 Develop camaraderie and
regulations of
I the course.
4. Discuss the
awareness among students

M various tourist
products and
services
I 1. Compare and II. The History of Lecture/ Discussion Handouts/Books 5 hours  Students must value the Quiz and
N contrast the early
tourism with
Tourism
2.1 Early Tourism
historical evolution of
Tourism and analyze its
Recitation

modern tourism. 2.2 Modern Tourism

A 2. Gain an
overview of the
2.3 Origin of
Tourism in the
impact in the development
of a country.

R tourism in the
Philippines
Philippines
2.4 International
3. Explain the Travel Patterns
Y historical
changes which
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have affected the
growth and
development of
the tourism
industry

1. Identify purpose III. The Psychology Lecture/ Discussion Handouts/Books 2 hours  Developing awareness and Quiz and
of travel of Tourism improving lifestyle by Recitation
2. Identify the 3.1 Purpose of Travel prioritizing needs over
relationship of 3.2 Forms of Travel wants
needs, wants
and motives to
tourist
motivation

1. Explain the role IV. The Economics Lecture/ Discussion Handouts/Books/ 3 hours  Appreciate the economic Quiz and
of tourism in of Tourism Multiplier Effect contribution of tourism in Recitation
the economic 4.1 Impact on Diagram the development of a
development Economic country
2. Analyze the Development
economic 4.2 Tourism
impact of Multiplier
tourism in the 4.3 Cost Benefit
destination area Ratio
3. To explicate the
meaning of
tourism
multiplier and
its effect in the
economy of the
host country

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1. Discuss the V. Impacts of Lecture/Discussion/ Handouts/Books 5 hours  Demonstrate acceptance of Objective
effects of Tourism Dance Presentation/Case different work with the assessment/Reci
culture in travel 5.1 Environmental Analysis cultures and work with tation/Reaction
2. Determine how Impact them confidently Paper
cultural pattern 5.2 Socio-cultural  Appreciation and respect of
are changed by Impact one’s values, beliefs,
external and 5.3 Economic Impact history
internal factors

1.5 hours PRELIM

EXAMINATION

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Valuing
Term Specific Subject Matter Methodology Teaching Aid Time (in line with the Vision and Evaluation Tools
Objectives Frame Mission of the University)
1. Discuss the VI. The Tourism Lecture/Discussion Handouts/Books 6 hours  To be acquired with the Quiz and
M direct and
indirect
Network and Supply
Components
basic standard
requirements for hotels
Recitation

I components of
the tourism
6.1 Hotel
Classifications
and restaurants

network 6.2 Restaurant

D 2.Compare the
different types

T of tourist
accommodation
3.Enumerate and
E discuss the
classification of

R hotels

1. Be acquainted VII.Tourism Lecture/Discussion/Group Handouts/Books 5 hours  Develop awareness and Quiz/Seatwork

M with the
International,
Organizations
7.1 International
Dynamics appreciate how tourism
organizations are
National and Organizations structured and operated
tourist 7.2 National
organizations Organizations
and discuss its 7.3 Regional
roles in the Organizations
promotion of
tourism

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Valuing
Term Specific Objectives Subject Matter Methodology Teaching Aid Time (in line with the Vision and Evaluation Tools
Frame Mission of the University)
1. Discuss, VIII.Employment Lecture/Discussion/Group Handouts/Books/ 5.5 hours  Develop optimism and Reaction Paper
describe and Opportunities Dynamics LCD/Laptop encouragement so that
present the 8.1 Travel Agency they may persevere in
available jobs 8.2Hotels and Motels their academic pursuit
and career 8.3 Cruise Ship
opportunities 8.4 Motor Coaches
8.5 Car Rental
Companies

1.5 hours MIDTERM

EXAMINATION

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1. Identify IX. Current Trends Lecture/Discussion/Case Handout/Books 6.5  Appreciate the role of Quiz/Recitation/

F specific issues
that owners
and managers
and Issues in
Tourism and
Hospitality Industry
Analysis hours tourism industry in the
growth of food and
beverage service industry
Essay

I of the tourism
and hospitality
establishments
9.1 The Bright
Future of Tourism
9.2 Legal Issues
are likely to 9.3 Operations
N face
2. Discuss the
social and
Issues

A economic
changes that
suggest a

L bright future
for the
Hospitality and
Tourism
S industry

1. Discuss the X. The Cruise Lecture/Discussion/Film Handout/Books 5 hours  Students must appreciate Quiz/Recitation
current trends in Industry Viewing the life on-board the ship
the cruise 10.1 History of
industry Cruise Industry
2. Explain and 10.2 Anatomy of a
discuss the Cruise Ship
organizational
structure of
cruise ships
1. Discuss the XI. The International Lecture/Discussion Handout/Books/ 5 hours  Develop awareness on
International Travel Experience Sample Passport what they are to
check-in 11.1 How to obtain a accomplish when they are
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procedure, passport planning to travel in other
security and 11.2 Travelers countries
immigration Health and Safety
regulations 11.3 Custom
2. Identify and Regulations
obtain
necessary
documents in
international
travel

1.5 FINAL
hours EXAMINATION

GRADING SYSTEM:
Requirements/Deliverables: 1. Class Participation 2. Written Examinations 3. Behavior 4.Attendance 5. Projects
Assessment/Evaluation: 1. Quizzes 2. Recitation 3.Written Examinations 4. Seat works 5. Projects
Class Standing: 1. Quizzes 40% 2. Participation/Recitation 20% 3. Assignments 10% 4. Projects 10%5. Seat works 10 %
6.Research10%

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TEXTBOOK:
 Introduction to Tourism by Carlos M. Libosada Jr and Carmela A. Bosangit, copyright 2007
BOOK REFERENCES:
 Principles of Tourism 1 by Buen M. Santos and Ronald G. Manzano, copyright 2009
 Introduction to Tourism by Florida C. Leuterio, copyright 2007
SUPPLEMENTARY READINGS:
WEBSITES:
 www.wowphilippines.com.ph
 www.tourism.gov.ph
 www.dot-pcvc.gov.ph
SUGGESTED MOVIES OR OTHER MULTI-MEDIA MATERIALS:

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RICHMON G. QUIJANO MARI CHRIST B. FRANCISCO WARREN L. CALILUNG, Ed. D.
Instructor Dean, CIHM School Director