Course Descriptions

This course will examine the relationship between computers and an industry that was founded on high touch rather than high tech. Students will work with actual hospitality software including a front office module of a Property Management System. The class will also learn to manipulate MS Publisher a design software package, and MS PowerPoint, a presentations software package. In all instances, the student will see how computer can be tools for effective management. Prerequisite: Take HOS-101 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A comprehensive introduction to procedures and practices involved in services marketing and sales, such as: product research; development and packaging; pricing strategies; advertising and branding; marketing research and market evaluation; promotions; customer relationship management; the sales process lead to close; component parts of a sales presentation; converting features to benefits; and hospitality distribution channels. Focus is placed upon marketing cooperation with all other business functions and disciplines.

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course discusses the specialized field of meeting and conference management and its impact on the hotel industry. Each student will consider the component parts of a successful meeting and analyze these parts from both a meeting planner standpoint and hotel management team standpoint. Areas of study will include: site selection and negotiations, program development, banquet food service, function room set-up, conference support services and meeting evaluation.

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of the variety of organizations and strategies utilized to market a destination. The student will study marketing management as it relates to a destination. The student will be exposed to the structures of destination marketing organizations, funding sources, and operations. There will be opportunities for the student to apply marketing management theory, utilizing authentic destination/marketing organizational models. This course provides an understanding of the various careers in destination marketing organizations.

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

Hospitality law is designed to introduce the student to the legal issues surrounding the practices of the hospitality industry. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to: contract law, negligence, bailment, rights of innkeepers, rights of guests, legal responsibilities connected with travel and tourism, liability with respect to the sale of food and alcohol, regulations and licensing, employment issues, and safety and security issues affecting the hospitality industry.

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the principles of event management. A conceptual framework will be developed through definitions, models, and the utilization of case studies. The student will learn how to formulate event tourism strategies for destinations. The planning, development, management, and implementation of festivals, entertainment events, corporate events, cultural events, and sports events will be the focus of study. Specific topics will include event studies, bid preparation, public and corporate sponsorship, negotiations, and volunteer staff management. Students will have the opportunity to volunteer and participate in a variety of authentic events and festivals.

• Hospitality
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

The Hospitality and Tourism Management Internship Program enables Finger Lakes Community Colleges students to supplement their academic studies and increase career awareness through field work related to the hospitality industry. The students' activities during the internship will include both participation and observation so that they can develop applicable skills and an understanding of the overall organization and operation of a hospitality enterprise.

• Hospitality
• 2 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to give an in-depth look and experience of running a foodservice orevent business. Students in this course will learn to write critiques, plan events, write menus, conduct professional interviews and learn the different types of service methods. This is the capstone course for online Hospitality students only. Prerequisite: Complete HOS-105 and Permission of Instructor.

• Hospitality
• 5 Credit(s)
• (5) Contact Hour(s)

This is a beginning pickleball course in which students will develop basic knowledge and skills to play the sport of pickleball. Technical skills include forehand and backhand groundstrokes, volleys, serves, lobs, overheads, dinks, and proper footwork. Students will also learn the fundamental rules, basic strategies, and court positioning for singles and doubles play.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (1-1) Contact Hour(s)

This co-educational activity includes instruction in the fundamental skills, rules, and etiquette that govern the activity. An additional fee is required.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This co-educational activity includes instruction in the fundamental skills, rules, and etiquette that govern the activity. An additional fee is required.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This co-educational activity includes instruction in the fundamental skills, rules, history and etiquette that govern badminton.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

A beginning course in Fencing with emphasis on the history of the sport, as well as introducing the student to basic foil techniques such as footwork, offensive and defensive maneuvers, and limited bouting.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

A blend of aerobic activity and weight training designed to improve one's overall fitness level and encourage participation in physical fitness activities for a lifetime. Fitness testing, discussions/lecture, and individualized, workouts will be incorporated throughout the semester.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (1-1) Contact Hour(s)

The student will be trained to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies as well as use of an Automatic External Defibrillator. Bloodborne pathogen and basic First Aid training will cover immediate care procedures for injuries and common illness. At the conclusion of this course students are eligible to earn certifications in Basic Life Support for the healthcare provider, bloodborne pathogens, and basic First Aid.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

Yoga for Beginners teaches basic postures and breathing exercises that derive from ancient India. Students are encouraged to develop a greater body-mind alliance, which is often not addressed in our culture. The combination of relaxation, general body toning, flexibility, and meditation gives the student an awareness of their enhanced human potential. Concepts of yoga philosophy are discussed, which provides the basis for the practice of these techniques.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This course introduces the student to fishing in the Finger Lakes area. The course will include laws and regulations, terminology, techniques, and equipment. The course will include scheduled field trips. Additional fee is required.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of martial arts. Emphasis is placed on the physical and mental sides of training, physical fitness, self-discipline, concentration, and meditation.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This co-educational activity includes instruction in the fundamental skills, techniques and rules that govern the life-time activity of tennis.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (0.5-1.5) Contact Hour(s)

This course will explore basic techniques of weight training, focusing on the various exercises applied in a weight training program, demonstration of proper technique, and development of an overview of a comprehensive training program.

• Health and Physical Education
• 1 Credit(s)
• (1-1) Contact Hour(s)