Northstar Academy

Tourism   

1010    1040    1070

Tourism 1010

TOU 1010:                                          THE TOURISM INDUSTRY

Level:                                                  Introductory

Theme:                                                Nature of the Industry

Prerequisite:                                       None

Module Description: Students analyze the organizational structure of the tourism industry at local and provincial levels, and investigate employment opportunities in tourism. 

Module Learner Expectations

The student will: describe the role of business, organizations, labour and government agencies in the tourism industry

- assess the effect different travel motivators have on industry activity

- evaluate local tourism ventures and promotion strategies used to attract visitors

- identify employment opportunities in the tourism industry

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Tourism 1040

TOU 1040:                                          THE FOOD SECTOR

Level:                                                  Introductory

Theme:                                                Food

Prerequisite:                                       None

Module Description: Students evaluate food service establishments, explain basic food-handling

principles, demonstrate satisfactory food service skills, and adapt service

standards to meet the needs of guests.

Module Learner Expectations

The student will compare a variety of local food establishments, and identify career opportunities in the food sector

- develop satisfactory food service skills

- develop standards and criteria for excellent food service, and modify service to meet guest needs

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Tourism 1070

TOU1070:                                           THE ATTRACTIONS SECTOR

Level:                                                  Introductory

Theme:                                                Attractions

Prerequisite:                                       None

Module Description: Students analyze and compare the natural, cultural and recreational attractions available in Alberta, develop strategies to maintain the well-being of guests, and

investigate employment opportunities in the attractions sector.

Module Learner Expectations

The student will describe natural, cultural and recreational attractions, and explain their role in the tourism industry

- describe the range of visitor activities and services provided at attraction facilities

- identify regulations, procedures and strategies for maintaining the wellbeing of guests in attraction facilities

- identify employment opportunities in the attractions sector

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