Undergraduate Catalog

Recreation, Park, Tourism, and Hospitality

Chairperson: Dr. Michael D. Lukkarinen
Office: Knoblauch Hall 140
Telephone: (309) 298-1967
Fax: (309) 298-2967
Email: rpth@wiu.edu
Website: wiu.edu/rpth

Program Offerings and Locations

  • Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration: Macomb
  • Minor in Event Planning and Management: Macomb
  • Minor in Horticulture: Macomb
  • Minor in Hospitality Management: Macomb
  • Minor in Nonprofit Administration: Macomb
  • Minor in Outdoor Leadership: Macomb
  • Minor in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration: Macomb, Online
  • Minor in Youth Leadership: Macomb

Learning Outcomes

For student learning outcomes, please see wiu.edu/provost/learningoutcomes.

Faculty

Broughton, Cassady, Choi, Doh, Lukkarinen, McLean, Owens, Park, Piletic, Porter, Robinett.

Advisor

Dorsett.

GradTrac

GradTrac is available to Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration majors. See more information about GradTrac.

Honors Curriculum

Academically qualified students in this department are encouraged to complete an honors curriculum in University Honors, Honors in the Major, or General Honors. All Honors students must complete the one-hour honors colloquium (G H 299). General Honors includes General Honors coursework. Honors in the Major includes honors work in the major. University Honors combines Honors in the Major and General Honors. View more information about honors curricula or visit the Centennial Honors College website at wiu.edu/honors.

Integrated Baccalaureate and Master’s Degree Programs

Three integrated baccalaureate and master’s degree programs are available for the Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration: Master of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration, Master of Arts in Museum Studies, and Master of Science in Sport Management. An integrated degree program provides the opportunity for outstanding undergraduates to earn both degrees in five years. Please refer to the Graduate Studies catalog for details about the integrated program.

Department Information

In a world characterized by new technology and rapidly changing human needs, leisure is increasingly recognized for its contribution to a fulfilling life. Leisure is commonly recognized as arts, recreation, entertainment, health and fitness, hospitality, outdoor activities, sport, travel, and tourism. Leisure services are provided through service agencies found in community, commercial, non-profit, and outdoor settings. Students are able to complete the B.S. in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration on the Macomb campus; additionally, students can complete the B.S. degree through core courses and some electives offered via livestream and asynchronous course delivery.

The Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration has been accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions since 1978. In addition to certifications that can be earned through course work, students graduating from this program are immediately eligible to sit for the Certified Park and Recreation Professional exam, and students who successfully complete the prescribed courses are eligible to sit for the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist examination.

Recent graduates are employed in the design, delivery, management, and evaluation of leisure services across a wide array of industries including:

  • Adapted and Therapeutic Recreation
  • Outdoor Recreation and Resource Management
  • Community Recreation (Park districts, non-profits, youth and public recreation organizations)
  • Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management

The B.S. in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration curriculum allows students to develop leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills, and to engage in day-to-day activities associated with managing leisure service industries. Students are able to select among options (Adapted Recreation and Inclusion; Community Organizations; Outdoor Recreation; Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration; and Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management), minors, and electives to enhance their skill sets in preparation for specific careers. A grade of C- or better in each Core Course and a 2.0 GPA for all Core Courses are required for the major. For more information regarding the options and minors, students should speak with the departmental and minor advisors.

Students are provided opportunities to participate in Study Abroad, to engage with professionals through experiential education and field trips, to participate in practicums, and to complete a professional internship.

Students earning a B.S. in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration are well prepared for employment with adapted and therapeutic recreation agencies, non-profit organizations, park districts, university student unions and recreation centers, hospitals, civic and senior citizen centers, state and national parks, camps and outdoor recreation centers, wilderness camping programs, resource management agencies, resorts, destination management organizations, travel and tourism agencies, restaurants, lodging, event planning companies, casinos, private clubs, and cruise lines.

Degree Program

Bachelor of Science—Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration

All students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration must complete I, II, III, IV, and V below, and the Multicultural Perspectives requirement for the major#. The minimum semester hour requirement for the baccalaureate degree is 120 s.h. A grade of C- or better in each Core Course and a 2.0 GPA for all Core Courses are required to complete the Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration major.

  1. University General Education Curriculum: 37 s.h.
  2. Core Courses: 30 s.h.
    RPTA 111, 230, 235†, 322†, 399, 497, 499
  3. Options of Study (select A, B, C, D, or E): 15 s.h.
    1. Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration
      1. Directed Electives: 3 s.h.
        Select 3 s.h. from RPTA 422, 449, 454, 467
      2. Departmental Electives: 12 s.h.
        Select 12 s.h. of RPTA courses
    2. Adapted Recreation and Inclusion
      1. Special Courses: HS 250; RPTA 199, 251, 454: 9 s.h.
      2. Select 3 s.h. from the following:
        KIN 473; RPTA 428, 452, 493: 3 s.h.
      3. Select 3 s.h. from the following:
        AAS 100; LAS 210; SOC 300; SOC/WS 360: 3 s.h.
    3. Community Organizations
      1. Special Courses: HM 151; RPTA 199, 422: 6 s.h.
      2. Select 9 s.h. from the following:
        RPTA 251, 340, 370, 424, 428, 430, 482, 487, 488: 9 s.h.
    4. Outdoor Recreation
      1. Special Courses: RPTA 376, 448, 449: 9 s.h.
      2. Select 6 s.h. from the following:
        RPTA 249, 340, 478, 481, 485, 487, 488: 6 s.h.
    5. Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management
      1. Special Courses: HM 151, 200, 354; RPTA 199, 467: 12 s.h.
      2. Select 3 s.h. from the following:
        HM 359, 451; RPTA 300, 362, 367, 482: 3 s.h.
  4. Any approved minor: 16 s.h.
  5. Open Electives: 22 s.h.

# The Multicultural Perspectives Graduation Requirement may be fulfilled by successfully completing one of the following: 1) a designated foreign language requirement; 2) any course designated as Multicultural; or 3) an approved Study Abroad program.
† RPTA 235 and 322 fulfill the Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) graduation requirement.

Minors

Minor in Event Planning and Management: 17 s.h.
  1. Core Courses: 8 s.h.
    HM 151, 359; RPTA 367
  2. Directed Electives
    1. Choose 6 s.h. from the following: 6 s.h.
      HM 256, 350, 354, 356, 452; RPTA 424, 455, 460, 461, 465 466, 467
    2. Choose 3 s.h. from the following: 3 s.h.
      BC&J 340, 346; BCOM/CSTM/ET 320; COMM 343, 344, 356; HRM 353; MGT 349; MKTG 327, 331, 337; THEA 321
Minor in Horticulture: 18 s.h.

See Interdisciplinary Studies Minors.

Minor in Hospitality Management: 17 s.h.
  1. Core Courses: 14 s.h.
    HM 151, 200, 250, 353; RPTA 300
  2. Select 3 s.h. from the following courses: 3 s.h.
    HM 256, 350, 354, 356, 359, 451, 452; NUTR 300; RPTA 455
Minor in Nonprofit Administration: 19 s.h.
  1. Core Courses: RPTA 199, 235, 370, 424: 10 s.h.
  2. Choose one of the following courses: BC&J 340, COMM 343, HS 400, MGT 349, 472, MKTG 327, RPTA 467: 3 s.h.
  3. Choose two of the following courses: AAS 100; LAS 210; RPTA 251, 428, 430, 452, 493; SOC 300; SOC/WS 360: 6 s.h.
Minor in Outdoor Leadership: 16 s.h.

Note: Admission to the minor requires that the student be in good academic standing and successfully complete the application process for the Outdoor Leadership minor expedition (RPTA 446). All core courses in the minor must be completed with at least a C- before a student is able to register for the Outdoor Leadership Minor expedition (RPTA 446).

  1. Core Courses: RPTA 199, 249, 349, 444, 448: 13 s.h.
  2. Field Study: RPTA 446: 3 s.h.
Minor in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration: 16 s.h.
  1. RPTA 111: 3 s.h.
  2. RPTA Electives (RPTA 398, 399, 499 cannot apply to minimum total): 13 s.h.
Minor in Youth Leadership: 18 s.h.
  1. Core Courses: 6 s.h.
    HM 151; RPTA 199, 428
  2. Directed Electives
    1. Select 6 s.h. from the following courses: 6 s.h.
      RPTA 230, 235, 249, 251, 322, 340, 497; RPTA/KIN 493
    2. Select 6 s.h. from the following courses (courses must have two different prefixes): 6 s.h.
      C&I 110; COMM 344, 381; ECH 273, 274; EDS 121; KIN 451, 454, 459; LEJA 201; PSY 221, 422, 425; SOC 370, 425; SPED 390; SW 330

Course Descriptions

RECREATION, PARK AND TOURISM ADMINISTRATION (RPTA)

110 Concepts of Leisure. (3) Explores the place of leisure in society. Examines what people do for recreation and leisure in a changing culture. Assists students from all majors to develop a personal leisure life-style that promotes wellness.

111 Introduction to Leisure and Hospitality Services. (3) Examines the purpose and function of leisure and hospitality services delivered by governmental, non-profit, and private agencies.

112 Recreation for Life. (2) Examines the contribution of organized recreation to the development and maintenance of individual well-being. This class will assist students’ personal exploration of how recreation can enhance body, mind, and spirit. Classroom concepts will be practiced during laboratory hours.

199 Fieldwork in Leisure Services. (1, repeatable to 2) A minimum of 50 clock hours of professional experience in daily operation, supervision, financial management, and/or evaluation at an instructor-approved leisure, nonprofit, therapeutic, or youth service agency (based on students’ career goals, option, and/or chosen minor). Graded S/U only.

202 (Cross-listed with AGE/ANTH/PSY/SOC 202) The Aging Person in the Social Context. (3) An introduction to Gerontology, including a comprehensive and critical review of demographic, physiological, activity, and psychosocial dimensions of aging-related issues and processes. Not open to students with credit in AGE/ANTH/PSY/SOC 202.

230 Leadership in Leisure Services. (3) A study of the theory, principles, and processes of leadership in delivery of leisure services. Laboratory involved.

235 Programming Principles & Applications in Leisure Services. (3) Explores the purpose and functions of programs, planning principles, objectives, organizational behavior, and evaluation. Translation of a program plan into practical situations. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Field observations required. A one-time charge for online instruction materials applies to this course.

249 Principles of Outdoor Recreation. (3) Investigates the components of an outdoor experience including environmental behavior, personal growth, technical abilities, and safety. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

251 Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation. (3) Provides an introduction to the field of therapeutic recreation, theories and models, orientation to types of disability, interventions, and settings of service. Field experience required.

293 Inclusive Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities. (3) (Multicultural) Exploration of opportunities for, limitations of, and motivations for participation in recreational activities across the lifespan for individuals with varying levels of disabilities. Students will gain practical experience planning and implementing inclusive recreation for individuals with disabilities. Lab experience required.

300 Lodging Industries. (3) Examines the principles, practices, and philosophy of the lodging industries including sectors, legal considerations, professional associations, and industry standards. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

322 Administration of Leisure Services. (3) Provides basis for understanding administrative processes related to delivery of leisure services. Explores legal/legislative issues, organizational structure, planning, and human resource management. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisites: RPTA 230 and 235; junior status or consent of instructor.

340 Camp Leadership. (3) Examines and applies concepts and procedures for designing and organizing a camp program. Laboratory included. Laboratory charge for course. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

349 Expedition Planning. (3) Provides students the opportunity to examine the components of an outdoor expedition. An expedition is then planned. Prerequisite: RPTA 249 or consent of instructor.

351 Therapeutic Recreation Assessment and Evaluation. (3) Examines assessment instruments, techniques, and testing protocols used in the practice of Therapeutic Recreation. Field experience required. Prerequisite: RPTA 251 and junior status, or consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

362 Tourism. (3) Examines the principles, practices, and philosophy of the travel industry. No course prerequisite for nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

366 Commercial Recreation. (3) Examines the diversity of commercial recreation enterprises; also general trends and personal attributes associated with a career in commercial recreation. No course prerequisite for nonmajors. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

367 Event Industries. (3) Examines the principles, practices, and philosophy of the meeting, incentives, conferences, and events industries including formats, legal considerations, professional associations, and industry standards. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

370 Administration of Nonprofit Organizations. (3) The course will introduce the history, mission, programs, and staffing of nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and focus on the role they have in meeting the needs of youth and adults, including those of under-represented groups, in society. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

376 Perspectives in Outdoor Recreation. (3) Examines outdoor recreation movement in America and its impact on natural resources; reviews relationships between changing public demand and the many agencies involved in supplying outdoor recreation. Includes technical writing instruction. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

398 Internship Seminar. (1) Assists students to determine personal goals and objectives, conduct survey and apply to various agencies before making final selection for location of internship. Prerequisites: RPTA majors of junior status; RPTA minors by petition.

399 Professional Issues and Practices in Leisure Services. (3) Review and discussion of the intersections between foundations of the leisure disciplines (history, philosophy, and social and behavioral science underpinnings) and emerging leisure industry issues as students determine professional practices, goals, objectives, and apply to and are hired for internships. Not open to students who successfully completed RPTA 398 prior to FL 23. Prerequisites: RPTA major and junior status.

422 Advanced Administration of Leisure Services. (3) Investigates advanced concepts and processes related to the administration of leisure services, including marketing applications and the management of human and fiscal resources. Prerequisites: RPTA 322 and junior status, or consent of instructor.

424 Fund Raising and Volunteerism in Leisure Services. (3) A study of the principles and practices associated with fundraising and utilization of volunteers in public as well as private nonprofit leisure service organizations. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of the instructor.

428 Youth and Leisure Services. (3) A study of the theories, principles, and practices related to youth and leisure including social trends and issues, youth development, youth services agencies, program planning and evaluation, behavior management, leadership, and public relations. Fieldwork observations required. Prerequisites: junior status or consent of the instructor.

430 Principles of Recreational Sports. (3) The role of sport as a developmental tool by organizations such as local government, youth, and family nonprofit organizations, universities, corporations, military bases, and specialized amateur athletic organizations. Emphasis is placed on various instructional and competitive program delivery models. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of the instructor.

444 Outdoor Education. (3) Prepares students to lead outdoor education activities commonly used in outdoor recreation and natural resource settings. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

446 Wilderness Leadership. (3) Prepares students to become qualified wilderness trip leaders. Expedition behavior, emergency procedures, and wilderness leadership responsibilities will be examined during a 14–21 day expedition. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

448 Interpretation of Cultural and Environmental Resources. (3) Develops basic understanding of interpretation of natural, environmental, and cultural resources. Includes philosophy and techniques. Prerequisite: junior status of consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

449 Management of Outdoor Recreation. (3) Provides advanced understanding of concepts and processes related to the administration of outdoor recreation and natural resource management including marketing, risk management, and fiscal management. Prerequisite: RPTA 322 or consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

450 Travel Workshop. (1–3, repeatable to 6) Opportunity for students to observe the operations of a variety of leisure service agencies and to discuss on-location the trends, problems, and techniques in leisure service delivery. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip required.

451 Principles of Therapeutic Recreation. (3) Examines and applies therapeutic recreation processes and fundamental principles of program planning for people with disabilities in clinical, residential, and community-based settings to provide a conceptual basis for professional practice. Field experience required. Prerequisites: RPTA 251 and junior status, or consent of instructor.

452 Leisure Services for Older Adults. (3) Examines theories and concepts related to leisure and aging; includes field experiences with older adults. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

453 Clinical Therapeutic Recreation Processes. (3) Examines interventions, modalities, and relevant terminology used in therapeutic recreation treatment for persons with disabilities in clinical, residential, and community-based settings. Field trip required. Prerequisites: RPTA 251 and junior status, or consent of instructor.

454 Management of Therapeutic Recreation. (3) Understanding and professional practice of Therapeutic Recreation services in health and human-service settings with focus on quality management, finance and reimbursement, budgeting, clinical supervision, risk management, professional ethics, issues, and certification. Field trip required. Prerequisites: junior status and RPTA 251, 351, and 451; or consent of instructor.

455 Casino Operations. (3) Description of basic casino operations and principles of casino marketing, mathematics of casino games, and utility analysis of gaming motivation and gaming addictions. Exploration of career opportunities in the gaming industry. Historical background and impact of gaming on hospitality industry. Not open to students with credit in HM 455. Prerequisites: junior status, 21 years of age. Activities outside of class and field trips are required.

460 Sustainable Tourism Development. (3) Provides essentials for successful development of a local tourism economy including organizing, planning, developing, and operation. Prerequisites: junior status or permission of instructor.

461 Conference and Convention Planning and Management. (3) Prepares students for positions as planners and managers of conferences and conventions at resorts, hotels, cruise ships, camps, universities, or other private or municipal convention centers. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

462 International Tourism. (3) (Multicultural) Analysis of contemporary leisure travel behavior emphasizing world tourism markets, products, attractions, sales, and industry trends. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

464 Issues and Trends in Therapeutic Recreation. (3) Capstone course for the Therapeutic Recreation minor. Examines current issues and trends in the field and advancement of the Therapeutic Recreation profession. Prerequisite: RPTA 251, 351, 451, 453, and 454.

465 Tourism Destination Promotion. (3) A comprehensive study of the functions of community tourism promotion. Examines management strategies and methods to fund and operate a promotional agency and fulfill responsibilities to community, local service providers, and potential visitors. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

466 Resort and Country Club Management. (3) Principles and practices to plan, develop, manage, and operate leisure-based facilities and services in resorts and country clubs. Prerequisites: RPTA 362 and junior status, or consent of instructor.

467 Event Planning and Management. (3) The application of methods and techniques to plan, implement, and evaluate successful community events. Content includes selection of event theme and coordination of set up, staff, finance, promotion, partnerships, and operations and evaluation. Prerequisite: RPTA 235 or 367.

476 Special Topics. (3, repeatable to 9 for different topics) This course explores a topic of current interest in recreation, park, and tourism administration. Prerequisites: RPTA 111 or permission of instructor.

478 Great Smoky Mountains Outdoor Recreation Consortium. (3) Involves students from several major universities in developing understanding, knowledge, and appreciation of and for agencies and resources in an on-site experience such as at Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont. Prerequisites: junior status or consent of instructor. Trip charge for course.

481 Human Dimensions of Resource Management. (3) Considers theory and practice for human dimensions oriented use of land, water, and wildlife resources for recreation experiences. Examines social and physical carrying capacity of land and cultural treatment of ecological systems. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

482 Facility Management. (3) Explores problems, principles, and techniques of acquisition, management, design, and operation of facilities (e.g., parks, community centers, event venues) commonly used in leisure industries. Consideration given to factors affecting energy conservation and reducing operational costs. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor. Field trip charge for course.

485 (Cross-listed with ZOOL 485) Resource Management for Fly Fisheries. (3) Students will learn trout stream ecology and management, and gain fly-fishing experience. Course includes a one-week trip to a stream for students to meet with resource professionals and to practice their skills. Not open to students with credit in ZOOL 485. Prerequisite: One of the following: BOT 200 (C grade or better), MICR 200 (C grade or better), ZOOL 200 (C grade or better), RPTA 110, RPTA 111, or permission of instructor. Charge for on-site trip and equipment required.

487 Site Planning in Recreation and Parks. (3) Introduction to basic planning principles and techniques as they apply to park and recreation projects. Special consideration given to the use of GIS and GPS technology and field techniques. Emphasis on problem solving in the planning process. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

488 Open Space Management. (3) Investigates theory, principles, and methods of planning recreation land systems. Explores procedures to preserve, acquire, and develop recreation lands and green space throughout a district or urban area. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

490 Independent Study. (1–3, repeatable to 8) Research projects or independent study not covered in other courses. Credit assigned according to the nature and scope of project. Prerequisites: junior status or consent of instructor; written description of proposal including justification, objectives, and procedures must be submitted to department chairperson prior to enrollment; permission of department chairperson required.

493 (Cross-listed with KIN 493) Sport and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities. (3) The course will provide students with information about sport and recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities across the lifespan at all levels from community programs to elite levels of competition. Not open to students with credit in KIN 493. Prerequisite: PETE 393, RPTA 251, or consent of instructor. Laboratory charge for course and field trip is required.

497 Research and Evaluation in Leisure Services. (3) Examines and applies concepts and procedures for design and implementation of evaluative research in leisure industries. Prerequisites: RPTA 235 or consent of instructor.

499 Internship in Leisure Services. (12) Field experience provides for practical application of knowledge and theory in a professional setting. Student acquires experience in all phases of leisure service delivery with highly qualified personnel in a selected agency with University faculty supervision. Cannot apply to minor except by petition. Prerequisites: junior status, all Core courses completed with an average of at least C (2.00) with no course below C- (1.67), and approval of departmental committee.

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (HM)

151 Principles of Safety, Security and Food Sanitation in Hospitality Operations. (2) Basic principles of sanitation, safety, and security in food, beverage, and lodging operations. Recommended to be taken concurrently with HM 200, or permission of instructor.

200 Food Service Principles and Applications. (3) Application of food service principles and safety practices including identification/function of ingredients, use of professional equipment/tools, experiential learning of cooking skills/techniques, meal creation, and plate presentation/garnish techniques commonly used in Hospitality and Leisure Service industries. Prerequisite: HM 151 or consent of instructor.

250 Quantity Food Production and Service. (3) Through the hands-on application of food service and safety principles, students will plan, procure, prepare, manage, market, and serve foods in a commercial/institutional operation. Not open to students who successfully completed HM 251 prior to SP 24. Prerequisites: HM 151 with successful ServSafe certification, or demonstrated ServSafe certification and permission of instructor; HM 200.

256 Bar and Beverage Management. (3) Principles of beverage science, mixology; bar and beverage management including controlling personnel, purchasing, inventory, and equipment; and legal issues related to clientele. Prerequisite: 21 years of age. Field trips will be required.

350 Wedding Planning. (3) This course focuses on the wedding planning process and examines the role of the wedding planner in creating the couple’s timeline and budget, selection of wedding apparel, venue, photography, and music, while honoring features of traditional and non-traditional weddings. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

353 Foodservice Financial Systems. (3) Introduction to the principles and procedures employed in the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

354 Leisure Services Promotions. (3) Study of marketing processes, methods, and techniques used in the provision of event, hospitality, and tourism experiences with emphasis on strategic promotion, customer retention, and data analysis. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

356 Catering. (3) Principles and application of catering management including staffing, recipe and menu development, procurement, production, presentation and service, and cost analysis. Prerequisites: HM 151 with successful ServSafe certification, or demonstrated ServSafe certification and permission of instructor. 1 hr. lect.; 4 hrs. lab. Activities outside of class required.

359 Legal Aspects in Hospitality Management. (3) Survey of laws applied to hospitality establishments with emphasis on managerial approach to solving or avoiding potential tort and contractual violations while managing hospitality establishment. Prerequisite: junior status or consent of instructor.

451 Hospitality Systems Management. (3) An exploration of theories, principles, and functions of management as they apply to food service operations. Emphasis placed on qualitative and quantitative evaluations of food service operations. Prerequisite: RPTA 300 or consent of instructor.

452 Wines of the World. (3) In-depth study of local, national, and international wine producing areas and foods that are specifically paired with those vintages. Industry accepted tasting method presented. Prerequisites: junior standing and 21 years of age. Activities outside of class and field trips are required.

453 Lodging Systems Management. (3) An exploration of theories, principles, and functions of management as they apply to lodging service operations. Emphasis on strategic planning and strategic management of lodging systems operations. Writing Instruction in the Disciplines (WID) course. Prerequisites: HM 353, ENG 180 and 280, and MGT 349.