Information
Code | TSP121 |
Name | Principals of Tourism |
Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
Semester | 1. Semester |
Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
ECTS | 3 ECTS |
National Credit | 3 National Credit |
Teaching Language | Türkçe |
Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
Type | Normal |
Label | C Compulsory |
Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. Halime EŞİYOK |
Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. Halime EŞİYOK
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to provide information about travel, tourism and tourist-related concepts in the Tourism and Travel Services program and to gain proficiency in these subjects.
Course Content
Concepts related to tourism and tourists, functions of tourism, factors affecting the development of tourism, content and characteristics of the tourism industry, supply and demand in tourism, history of tourism in the world, history of tourism in Turkey, place and importance of tourism in the economy, types and characteristics of tourism enterprises, tourism and transportation, relations between tourism and economic environment.
Course Precondition
The course has no prerequisites.
Resources
General Tourism Information, Nazmi Kozak and Related lecture notes, Halime Eşiyok.
Notes
General Tourism, Aziz Gökhan Özkoç; GENERAL TOURISM Concepts and Evaluation with Different Dimensions, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmut Demir.
Course Learning Outcomes
Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
---|---|
LO01 | Explains the basic concepts, types and components of tourism. |
LO02 | Evaluates the economic, social, cultural and environmental impacts of the tourism sector. |
LO03 | Recognize important tourism destinations in Türkiye and the world. |
LO04 | Analyzes tourism supply and demand factors. |
LO05 | Explains travel motivations and tourist behavior. |
LO06 | Have knowledge about tourism policies and planning. |
LO07 | Understand the principles and practices of sustainable tourism. |
LO08 | Follows current developments and trends in the tourism sector. |
LO09 | Analyzes the structure and functioning of tourism enterprises. |
LO10 | Acts in accordance with ethical rules and professional standards in tourism. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
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PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the basic concepts and practices in the field of tourism and travel services. | 4 |
PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Analyzes the structure, functioning and main actors of the tourism sector. | 3 |
PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic strategies in tourism marketing, sales and customer relations. | |
PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts operational processes related to travel agencies, tour operators and accommodation businesses. | |
PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Effectively uses current reservation and ticketing systems used in the industry. | |
PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It follows digitalization and innovative technologies in the tourism sector and integrates them into applications. | |
PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Face to face communication, effective communication and features have gained power to persuade. | |
PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses basic computer software, information and communication technologies. | |
PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates verbally and in writing regarding the sector using foreign language knowledge. | |
PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ensures guest satisfaction using customer relationship management principles. | |
PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Be sensitive to differences between people and cultures, show tolerance and respect. | 3 |
PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It measures the impact of the tourism sector on the country's economy and transportation services. | 3 |
PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acts within the framework of tourism law, consumer rights and professional ethical rules. | 3 |
PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with the environmentally sensitive and sustainable tourism approach. | 3 |
PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses teamwork, leadership and problem-solving skills effectively. | |
PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | He/she is aware of entrepreneurship, professional development and career management and constantly improves himself/herself in this direction. |
Week Plan
Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
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1 | The concepts of tourism and tourist | Review of course information packets | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
2 | The functions of tourism | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
3 | The formative factors of tourism | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
4 | The contents and features of tourism industry | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
5 | The supply and demand in tourism | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
6 | Tourism history in the world | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
7 | Tourism history in Turkey | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
8 | Mid-Term Exam | Preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
9 | The role and importance of tourism in economy | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
10 | The types of tourism facilities and their features | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
11 | Tourism and transportation | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
12 | Tourism and Economic Environment Relations | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
13 | Tourism in Turkey | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
14 | Associations related to tourism in Turkey | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
15 | International Tourism | Examination of course presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
16 | Term Exams | Preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
17 | Term Exams | Preparation for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
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Course Related Works | |||
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Assesment Related Works | |||
Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Final Exam | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
ECTS | 3 ECTS |