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TRVM 1101 (1 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
Customer Sales and Service
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Practical information and techniques to create excellent customer sale and service unique to the travel public. (1 Lec.)
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TRVM 1117 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Cruises
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Current issues and trends related to the cruise industry. Includes a discussion of the many types of cruise lines and the reasons for the popularity of this mode of travel. (2 Lab.)
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TRVM 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
Special Topics in Travel and Tourism
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)
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TRVM 1201 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Customer Sales and Service
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Practical information and techniques used to create excellent customer service and service unique to the travel public. Topics include cultural differences as they apply to customer service, business etiquette and how build relationships with customers. (2 Lec.)
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TRVM 1280 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Cooperative Education-Tourism and Travel Services Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Student must complete two TRVM Classes.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)
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TRVM 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Special Topics in Travel and Tourism
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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TRVM 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Introduction to Travel and Tourism
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An overview of the travel industry. Emphasis on travel careers and the impact on society. In addition, this course includes transportation, lodging, hospitality, cruise, group, tours, parks convention centers, governmental agencies and associations. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1302 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Home-Based Travel Business
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Establishing a home based travel business. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1308 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Travel Destinations I - Western Hemisphere
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Study of countries located in the Western Hemisphere including Canada, United States, Latin America, South America, and the Caribbean Islands. Emphasis on the culture, customs, climate, physical features, language, currency, tourist, and seasonal attractions. In addition this course includes the study of tourism destination including natural and man-made attractions in each country. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1323 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Group Tour Operations
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of the role of the group planner, selling to groups, and planning itineraries, including components of a tour package, tour costing, advertising, and promotion, group dynamics, and tour guide qualifications. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Introduction to Exposition and Trade Show Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A broad-based introduction to the principles and skills required for the management of expositions. Examination of the fundamental business philosophy of expositions and their position in the marketplace. An overview of the major issues in exposition management including needs assessment, budget strategies, site selection, floor plan development, contractor relationships, sales and marketing and related management issues. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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TRVM 1327 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Special Events Design
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Focus on planning and managing special events in the meeting planning area. An overview of the entire sequence of events from conceptual stage of the first meeting through completion of the event. Emphasis on technical planning skills including site selection, negotiating with suppliers, devising meeting specifications, preparing a budget, and working with facility staff to manage a successful event. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Introduction to Hospitality Industry
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: An exploration of the hospitality industry with emphasis on history and development. Topics include food, beverage, and lodging management. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Travel Destinations II - Eastern Hemisphere
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Study of countries located in the Eastern Hemisphere including Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, Commonwealth of Independent States, Australia, and New Zealand. Emphasis on the culture, customs, climate, physical features, language, currency, tourist and specific seasonal attractions. In addition this course will include the study of tourism destinations including natural and man-made attractions in countries located in the Eastern Hemisphere. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1345 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Travel and Tourism Sales and Marketing Techniques
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: A study of marketing, sales techniques, promotions, and advertising theories as applied to the travel and tourism industry. Coverage of the marketing mix in travel, market segmentation, market planning, and the use of advertising and other communication techniques. Emphasis on buyer motivation, telephone sales techniques, profitable travel counseling, and the use of promotional material in selling travel. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1391 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Special Topics in Travel and Tourism
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Identify the planning processes involved in developing tourism destinations in global, community, metropolitan, urban and rural settings. Create destination products and develop strategies to promote products to local and global audiences. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 1491 (4 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
Special Topics in Travel and Tourism
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (4 Lec.)
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TRVM 2300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Applied Industry Software Products
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 2301 and COSC 1401, or BICS 1405 or demonstrated competence in meeting planning and Microsoft office software.
Course Description: Overview of software products used to assist the industry professional in the fields of travel and tourism, meetings and hospitality. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)
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TRVM 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Introduction to Convention/Meeting Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Overview of the meetings and conventions industry and the various aspects and skills involved in planning and managing meetings and conventions. Emphasis on types of meetings, meeting markets, industry suppliers, budget and program planning, site selection and contract negotiations, registration and housing, food and beverage requirements, functions and meeting room setup, and audiovisual requirements. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Convention and Exposition Law and Ethics
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 2301 or TRVM 1300 or demonstrated competence in meeting planning or travel management.
Course Description: Application of general legal principles and statutory requirement for meetings, conventions and trade shows. Emphasis on ethical considerations to problems faced by meeting planners, hotels, and convention centers in the negotiation and implementation of agreements for meetings and similar events. In addition this course will cover legal issues for travel and suppliers. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2333 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Applied Convention/Meetings Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 2301.
Course Description: Discussion of meeting planning with emphasis on the key areas of meeting management. Topics include needs assessment, identifying meeting objectives, program development, facility selection, negotiations, contracts, meeting and function space set-up, promotion and publicity, budgeting, evaluation, and legal issues. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2341 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
International Convention/Meeting Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 2301 and TRVM 1341 or demonstrated competence in meeting planning and knowledge of International destinations.
Course Description: A discussion of meeting planning notes and responsibilities in an international context. Topics address foreign currency, customs and laws, shipping, international planning resources, marketing, and language interpretation. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2343 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
Exposition Service Contracting
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 1325.
Course Description: A study of logistical support systems of expositions and trade shows. Topics include designing floor plans, installation and dismantling of exhibits, freights, and drayage abilities, contracting labor, and working with unions. Instruction in selecting service contractors and hall management. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2355 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any DCCCD college.
Exposition and Trade Show Operations
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: TRVM 1325.
Course Description: A discussion of management of the specific problems of trade shows and exhibitions, including design, construction, and regulation. Logistics for planning events, including crowd control, special effects, lighting, decorations and audio. Procedures for conduction fairs, festivals, sporting events, and grand openings. (3 Lec.)
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TRVM 2380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at RLC
Cooperative Education - Tourism and Travel Services Management
This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite: Student must have completed basic courses including: TRVM 1300 and TRVM 2301.
Course Description: Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered though a cooperative agreement between college, employer and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through paid work experience. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
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Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
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