COURSE SYLLABUS

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HPC 217
(Course Code)
ERGONOMICS AND FACILITY PLANNING FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
(Descriptive Title) INS Form 1
1st Semester, A.Y. 2021-2022 September 2021
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Department/Area : HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Curriculum : BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Curricular Year : SECOND YEAR
No. of Hours/Sem : 90 HOURS
Credit Unit(s) : 3 UNITS
Prerequisites : NONE

Vision of the University : A premier, multidisciplinary-technological university

Mission of the University : The University shall primarily provide advanced professional and technical instruction for special purposes, advanced
studies in industrial trade, agriculture, fishery, forestry, aeronautics and land – based programs, arts and sciences, health
sciences, information technology and other relevant fields of study. It shall also undertake research and extension services
and provide progressive leadership in its areas of specialization.

Goal of the University : The University shall produce scientifically, and technologically oriented human capital equipped with appropriate
knowledge, skills, and attitudes. It shall likewise pursue relevant research strengthen linkages with the industry, community,
and other institutions and maintain sustainable technology for the preservation of the environment.

Core Values : Commitment, Transparency, Unity, Patriotism, Integrity, Excellence, Spirituality (CTU PIES)
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Program Learning Outcomes : The BSHM aims to develop hospitality practitioners who can: (CMO 62 Series 2017)

1. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice;
2. Interpret and apply relevant laws related to tourism industry;
3. Demonstrate knowledge on the tourism industry, local tourism products and services;
4. Interpret and apply relevant laws related to tourism industry;
5. Utilize information technology applications for tourism and hospitality;
6. Plan and implement a risk management program to provide a safe and secure workplace.

Course Description : This course will develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in ensuring the work environment of the organization
fits the industry professional. Topics include: planning and designing workstations to create efficient and
effective workplace, selecting workstation furnishings to provide flexibility and adaptability for workers,
designing lighting for proper illumination on work areas and creating work areas where noise is controlled for
normal operation to be done in the work station (CMO 62, S 2017).

Course Learning Outcomes : At the end of the course, the students can:

1. Recognize the professional, social, and ethical responsibilities. (PLOs. 1, 2, 4)

2. Design systems, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constrains such as
economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and
sustainability, according to standards. (PLOs. 3, 6)
3. Identify and make solutions to the problems in hospitality industry. (PLOs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
4. Utilization of techniques, skills and modern tools necessary for the facility planning in hospitality
industry. (PLOs. 1, 5)

Course Content:
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT TEACHING- LEARNING CONTENTS LEARNING REMARKS
(TIME ALLOCATION) TASKS ACTIVITIES RESOURCES

Set the expectations of the course. Course Orientation CTU VMGO

Levelling expectations
Understand the content of the Reflection a. Introduction PowerPoint
syllabus, course requirements and Paper b. CTU Vision-Mission Presentation
grading system. c. Course Description
Know the classroom rules and d. Course Objectives
Small group discussion
policies e. Course Requirements
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Revisit the vision, mission statement f. Alternative Activities

and goals of Cebu Technological g. Grading System
University House rules
(3 hrs.)
Discussion
Analyze the importance of Book
ergonomics application in workplace Reflection Group Interaction • History and Applications Handouts
(CLO1, CLO2, CLO3) Paper of Ergonomics Internet
(5 hrs.) Interactive Learning Multimedia

Perform REBA and RULA

Ergonomic Assessment Tool to Board Work • Anatomy, Posture and
Discussion Book
identify if the body posture of a task Body Mechanics
Handouts
is safe for workers Demonstration
Interactive Learning Internet
(CLO1, CLO2, CLO3) • Tools for Ergonomic
Multimedia
(9 hrs) Assessment

PRELIM EXAMINATI0N (3 hours)

Perform on how to get the Book

Group Discussion
anthropometric measurements Handouts
Discussion Oral • Anthropometry and
(10 hrs) Internet
Demonstration Group Activity Workstation Design
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3) Multimedia

Perform on how to handle materials Book

Handouts
(CLO2, CLO3, CLO4) Group Internet
Discussion
Discussion • Display and Control Multimedia
Group Activity
Conduct sign improvement analysis Demonstration Design
Oral
(CLO2, CLO3, CLO4) Illustration
(10 hrs)

MIDTERM EXAMINATI0N (3 hours)

Analyze ways to minimize visual Discussion Book

Case studies • Visual and Auditory
and auditory displays hazard Demonstration Handouts
Reflection Papers Displays
(CLO2, CLO3, CLO4) Oral Internet
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(11 hrs) Group Activity Multimedia

Discussion Book
Analyze the importance of memory
Case studies Demonstration Handouts
attention and mental workload • Memory Attention and
Reflection Oral Internet
(CLO2, CLO3, CLO4) Mental Workload
Papers Multimedia
(10 hrs)
SEMI-FINAL EXAMINATI0N (3 hours)

Analyze how the noise, illumination, Discussion

temperature and vibration affect Oral Book
Case studies • Noise, Illumination,
human performance Written exam Handouts
Reflection Temperature and
and efficiency Internet
Papers Vibration
(CLO1, CLO3, CLO4) Multimedia
(10 hrs)
Discussion
Analyze Job design Book
Oral
Handouts
Term Paper Group Activity • Job Design
(CLO1, CLO2) Internet
(10 hrs) Multimedia
FINAL EXAMINATI0N (3 hours)

References:

Arezes, P.M. and Carvalho, P.V.R. (2016).Ergonomics and Human Factors in Safety Management. CRC Press Taylor and
Francis Group
Bery, C. (2009) A guide to Ergonomics
Bridger, R.S. (2003). Introduction to Ergonomics 2nd Edition. New York: McGraw-Hill, Inc.
Day, Ronald William (2017). Design Error A Human Factors Approach. CRC Press Taylor and Francis Group
Freivalds, A. (2009). Niebel’s Methods, Standards, and Work Design 12th Edition. New York: McGraw-Hill Education (Asia)

Course Requirements:

1. Participation/Interaction /Return Demonstration

2. Quizzes
3. Projects /Worksheets/ Assignment/Reporting/Graded Oral Recitation
4. Major Exams (Prelim, Midterm, Final)
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5. Documentation / e-Portfolio
6. Suggested vehicles of instruction

Evaluation Procedures: (Approved Grading System applicable to the course/program Based in the CTU Student Manual)

Class Standing 30%

Quizzes 20%
Graded Oral Recitation 10%
Major Exam 20%
Performance/Laboratory Activities 50%
Practical Exam/Hands-on 30%
Projects 20%

TOTAL 100%

Prepared By: ELISHEBA S. PADILLO, DBA

Moalboal Campus

Revision Date : September 1, 2021

Submission Date : September 6, 2021

Utilized by:

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Consultation Hours: (This varies based on identified consultation hours for every teacher.)
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Upon Recommendation by the Committee:

HUBERT G. QUINONES, Ph.D., DM-HRM RONALD M. RAMIREZ, Ph.D. MANOLITO D. VILLARIN, Ph.D.
Main Campus Daanbantayan Campus Barili Campus

APPROVED:

WILSON M. SAYABOC, Ph.D. . .

University Director for Instructional Delivery, Monitoring and Evaluation
Program Cluster Facilitator