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Office Administration - Travel and Tourism (TRVL)
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TRVL 1010 Introduction to Travel and Tourism - 3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the Travel and Tourism profession.
Students explore a full range of travel products and destinations, as well as
the business and technical skills necessary to begin a productive travel career.
Lecture: 3 hours
TRVL 1020 Destination Geography - 3 Credits
The major purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with basic
travel geography as it relates to the travel and tourism industry. Major
attractions of various countries at specific times, including cultural,
industrial, historical and artistic displays are emphasized; and seasonal
attractions such as festivals, camping and sports, etc. are also included.
(Prerequisite: TRVL 1010 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 1
hour
TRVL 2010 Computer Reservation Systems I - 3 Credits
This course is designed to give students simulated, hands-on training
utilizing various computerized software programs, like SABRE, for ticketing on
airlines, hotels and motels, car rental agencies and other essentials parts of
travel. Students start with the basic steps of building a Passenger Name Record
to the complicated entries of extensive travel itineraries. (Prerequisite: TRVL
1010 and 1020 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 1hour, Lab: 2 hours
TRVL 2020 Travel Agency Operations and Administration - 3 Credits
This course provides students with the background necessary to handle the
day-to-day operations of a travel agency. It provides a thorough understanding
of agency business, including conference requirements, location and staffing,
reservations and bookings, sales reports, agency record-keeping and commissions
tracking. (Prerequisite: TRVL 1010 and 1020 or permission or instructor)
Lecture: 3 hours
TRVL 2110 Computer Reservation Systems II - 3 Credits
This course further expands the skills developed in the Computer Reservation
Systems I course. It will provide the student with an opportunity to complete
the most advanced areas of airline computer reservation systems. (Prerequisite:
TRVL-2010 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 1 hour, Lab: 2 hours
TRVL 2030 Conference and Convention Planning - 3 Credits
This course develops an understanding of the skills required to plan and
conduct successful meetings and conventions. Topics covered include setting up
timetables, selecting meeting sites, negotiating, menu planning and budgeting.
(Prerequisite: TRVL-2020 or permission of instructor) Lecture: 3 hours
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