2009 - 2010 Catalog - The Art Institutes

as well as those laws that strengthen our rights
as hospitality professional. (Prerequisite: none)
**This course requires a “C” or higher to pass.
4 Credits
HM2481 - Institutional Operations:
This course will discuss the varied options for
employment in the institutional operation.
Healthcare, senior care, cruise line, casino, education,
corrections, airline and contract service
companies will be detailed. Special attention will
be given to the unique opportunities and challenges
this segment of the industry presents to
supervisory staff and management. (Prerequisite:
none) 4 Credits
HM3412 - Travel and Tourism:
This class will provide an overview of the national
and international travel market. The evolving role
of travel agents will be discussed, as well as the
emergence of the internet as a planning tool. The
importance of tourism to the world economy will
be discussed, with a consideration of the effect of
terrorism on world markets. The airline, cruise,
rail and automobile industries will be examined,
correlating their infl uence on the hospitality
industry. (Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits
HM3490 - Risk Management:
This course explores risk management issues
in the business property and liability area. It
includes the operation of insurance companies, as
well as the duties and functions of the hospitality
manager and risk manager at the property level.
An analysis of commercial property, business
interruption, owners, surety, general liability,
workers compensation, health, life and professional
insurance needs and coverage will be
examined in the context of the hospitality operation.
(Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits
HM3491 - Multi-Unit/Chain/Franchise
Operations:
This class will discuss the relationship of the
individual property to the parent organization.
A discussion of small chain vs. large chain, local,
regional, national and international organizations
will provide the student with a globe perspective
on corporate hospitality operations. The role
of the franchise organization will be explored,
as well as the place of the property manager as
owner’s representative in a franchise location.
Several different franchise models will be presented,
as well as a discussion of the cost/benefi t
relationship of a franchise vs. independent
property. (Prerequisite: HM2481 - Institutional
Operations) 4 Credits
HM4401 - Hospitality Accounting:
This class will build on the knowledge gained
in the accounting principles class, with a focus
on the unique requirements of the hospitality
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operation. Forecasting, budgeting and adherence
modules will be included, as well as an in-depth
examination of the profi t and loss statement
as a management tool. The POS and property
management software interface will be included,
with discussions on the cost of inventory, inventory
procedures and proper food and variable
costing practices. A section on hospitality fi nance
will explore the purchase, sale and capitalization
requirements of sample properties in the
industry. (Prerequisite: DM2430 - Principles of
Managerial Accounting) **This course requires a
“C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits
HM4402 - Beverage Management:
This class will explore the role of management of
beverage service in bars, clubs, casinos, restaurants,
resorts and hotels. Particular attention will
be given to the management of people in this fastpaced
setting, and the inherent liability associated
with alcoholic beverage service. A module of
the increasing popularity of coffee and tea service
will be presented, with a potential career focus
on this rapidly growing market. (Prerequisite:
CU3462 - Dining Room Operations) 4 Credits
HM4430 - Hospitality Capstone:
Through competencies developed with previous
related studies course work, students will
develop a complete business plan for a hospitality
operational unit. The project will include Market
Analysis and Marketing Strategy, Operating
Budget, Sales Projections, Opening Inventories,
Capital Equipment, Demographics, Labor
Schedule, and Facilities Design as appropriate to
the project. The student will have the assistance
of an Instructor to facilitate the completion of
the project. (Prerequisite: none) **This course
requires a “C” or higher to pass. 4 Credits
INTERIOR DESIGN
COURSES
ID1420 - Architectural Drafting:
This course is an Introduction to basic drafting
equipment, techniques, terminology, and symbols
used in design. Drafting requirements include
lettering, plan views, elevations, sections, details,
schedules, and paraline drawings. (Prerequisite:
none) **This course requires a “C” or higher to
pass. 4 Credits
ID1421 - Perspectives:
This course is an introduction to the principles
of one-and-two point perspective and the
techniques to represent shade and shadow.
(Prerequisite: ID1420 - Architectural Drafting)
4 Credits
ID1426 - Mixed Media:
Sketching and the rendering of elevations, plan,
and interior perspectives using a variety of media
and surfaces is the main focus. The course will
introduce students to the world of computers
through lecture and laboratory sessions. The laboratory
sessions will provide hands-on skills on a
specifi c computer system and will teach functions
within a computer environment to complete
projects. (Prerequisite: ID1420 - Architectural
Drafting) 4 Credits
ID1433 - Textiles and Fabrics:
Course explores the properties of man-made and
natural fi bers and their production, uses, and
characteristics. Content includes discussion of
fi bers, yarns, fabrics, fi nishes, design methods,
aesthetic applications, and ordering specifi cations.
(Prerequisite: none) 4 Credits
ID1440 - 3D Design:
This course is an introduction to the basic elements
and principles of 3D design and exploration
of the visual and structural qualities of
objects. Students solved problems by organizing
and constructing 3D forms within spatial environments.
(Prerequisite: none)
4 Credits
ID2418 - History of Architecture:
This course covers major architectural sites from
the ancient world to the 18th century. Content includes
discussion of the evolution of architectural
thought, design and structure within their cultural,
historical, and social context. (Prerequisite:
none) 4 Credits
ID2420 - History of Design to 1830:
This course explores the evolution of furniture interiors
and design from the ancient world to 1830
and discusses the major cultural, political, social
and economic factors that affects the design of
material culture and the relationship of furniture
and interiors to signifi cant movements in art
and architecture. It includes the history of the
profession of interior design and contributions
of interior designers to the development of the
profession. The course also introduces students
to major architectural developments, including
various architectural movements. (Prerequisite:
none) 4 Credits
ID2422 - Introduction to Space Planning:
This course explores the issues related to preliminary
space planning, and spatial volume with special
emphasis placed on human factors. Students
will develop skill and judgment in ordering and
defi ning space and represent their ideas through
conceptual drawings and other supporting graphic
material. (Prerequisite: ID2430 - Computer
Aided Drafting) 4 Credits