Republic of the Philippines

PALAWAN STATE UNIVERSITY

Puerto Princesa City

COURSE SYLLABUS IN ERGONOMICS AND FACILITIES PLANNING FOR HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

Approval Sheet

Course Title: Ergonomics and Facilities Planning for Hospitality Industry

Course Code/ Number: HPC5/L
Term and School Year: 1st SEMESTER AY 2020-2021

Revision Level Effective Date Details of Origination/ Revision Author/ Subject Matter Expert

Prepared by Recommending Approval Approved

YVONNE CORTEZ PETER LIM Prof DANTE V. ARINEZ

Name and Signature of Faculty Member Name and Signature of Department Chairperson Name and Signature of College Dean

Date: 20 August 2020 Date: Date:

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An internationally recognized university that provides relevant and innovative education and research for lifelong learning and sustainable
PSU Vision development

The Palawan State University is committed to upgrade peoples’ quality of life by providing education opportunities through excellent
PSU Mission instruction, research and innovation, extension, production services, and transnational collaborations.

Excellence in service, Quality assurance, Unity in diversity, Advocacy for sustainable development, Leadership by example, Innovation,
PSU Shared Values Transparency, Youth empowerment

The Palawan State University graduates are expected to be agents of change, creative and critical thinkers, effective communicators,
Institutional Outcomes research-oriented learners, and value laden individuals.

College Goals and To produce globally competitive graduates who are morally upright, humane, competent and prime development in the field of the
Program Objectives Hospitality Management and Tourism.
Course Title Ergonomics and Facilities Planning for Hospitality Industry
Course Code/ Number HPC5/L
Course Description This course will develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes in ensuring the work environment of the organization fits the industry professional.
Credit Units 3 units
Course Prerequisites None
Link to Program
Outcomes Course Outcomes Program Outcome
a b c d e f
1. Apply knowledge to plan and design workstations to D I D I D D
create efficient and effective workplaces.
2. Selecting workstation furnishings to provide flexibility P P I D D D
and adaptability for workers.
3. Designing lighting for proper illumination on work areas. I P P I P P
4. Create a work area where noise is controlled for normal I I D P I I
operation to be done in the work station.
Legend (for program outcomes):
I- Introduced concepts/ principle P- Practiced with supervision D- Demonstrated across different settings with minimal supervision

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Program Outcomes:
a. Produce food products and services complying with enterprise standards.
b. Apply management skills in F & B service and operations.
c. Perform and provide full guest cycle services for front office.
d. Perform and maintain various housekeeping services for guest and facility operations.
e. Plan and implement a risk management programs to provide a safe and secure workplace.
f. Provide food and beverage service and manage the operation seamlessly based on industry standards.
1. Planning and designing workstations to create efficient and effective workplaces.
2. Selecting workstation furnishings to provide flexibility and adaptability for workers.
Course Outcome
3. Designing lighting for proper illumination on work areas.
4. Creating work areas where noise is controlled for normal operation to be done in the work station.
1. Synchronous and asynchronous learning (Online and Offline in Google Classroom)
Course Format
2. E-module and offline module

LEARNING PLAN
Intended Learning
Time Course Course Content/ Subject Matter/ Teaching and Resource Textbooks/
Outcomes Assessment Tasks
Frame Outcomes Topic Learning Activities Materials References
Week 1 CO1 1. Evaluate I. INTRODUCTION (Module 1) Lecture- Self-assessment (offline) Google PSU
(2 hours) readiness and A. PSU VMGO Discussion online Classroom, Power Handbook/M
capacity for the B. Orientation to Flexible (via Google Meet, Point Presentation anual
different Learning Options Zoom) (online)
learning 1. Online Synchronous Institutional
options of this 2. Online Asynchronous Copy of specific Course
course. 3. Online Module Module (offline) sections form the Syllabus
4. Offline Module Handbook (offline)
C. Course Syllabus
D. Grading System
E. Course Requirements
F. Enrolment to Google
Classroom/Module
Dissemination
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Google
Synchronous
Pre assessment: What is Classroom, Power https://
Week 2 1. Evaluate the role of Online Class
II. ERGONOMICS the role of ergonomics in Point Presentation fmlink.com/
–3 ergonomics in Discussion
CO1 A. Ergonomics in an Office a workplace specifically (online) articles/
(4hours hospitality facilities.
CO2 Building. in Hospitality Industry? ergonomics-
lecture/ Recorded lecture
CO3 and-facilities-
6hrs 2. Apply the proper for asynchronous
CO4 B. Ergonomics and Facilities Summative assessment: Module and management
lab.) ergonomics in day to
Management. Essay on how Important supplementary /
day experience. Module for offline
ergonomics is. hand-outs and
learners
readings (offline)
Week 4- CO1 1. Demonstrate a III. ERGONOMICS IN Brain storming Pre assessment: Google Stipanuk,
5 CO2 basic understanding HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Classroom, Power David M.
(4hrs CO3 and appreciation of A. Hospitality Industry Lecture-discussion Summative assessment: Point Presentation (2006).
lecture/ CO4 hospitality facilities in (online) I. Places to be (online) Hospitality
6hrs relations to their B. Ergonomics Solutions for covered. Facilities
lab.) existence, design, the Hospitality Industry Module (offline) II. Solutions for better Management
associated costs, workplace. Module and and Design.
management tools, Group work supplementary 3rd Edition.
and environmental hand-outs and
concerns. readings (offline) BOMI
International’
s
Environment
al Health and
Safety Issues

https://
fmlink.com/
articles/
ergonomics-
and-facilities-
management
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IV. ERGONOMICS IN A
WORKPLACE
A. Benefits of Ergonomics in
a Workplace Pre-assessment: Does
ergonomics leads to a
Dul, J and
1. Evaluate major B. The Impact of Ergonomics better facilities planning
Video presentation Weerdmeest
components and on Workplace Design. and workplace?
of different topics er, B, 1993,
concepts of hospitality
Ergonomics
facility design, with a C. Principles that contribute to Summative assessment:
Lecture-discussion for
Week 6- concentration on food Good Workplace Design. I. Design a
(online) Beginners,
10 service planning and Hospitality
Taylor and
(8hrs design. D. Rules of Ergonomics for Industry
Module (offline) Francis.
lecture/ CO1 Work System workplace by
12hrs CO2 2. Differentiate to the a. Body Height and applying proper
Measuring of a
lab.) CO3 planning and design Working Height Ergonomics.
workplace. Ergonomics
CO4 process hospitality b. Work Area II. Familiarize the
Guidebook
facilities. c. Reach zone proper design of
Misconception for Manual
d. Parts presentation a better
check Production
e. Range of vision workplace.
System.
f. Lighting III. Planning of
g. Adjustment of Facilities.
work equipment
h. Planning and
design tools
Week 11 CO1 V. MANAGING ERGONOMICS Video presentation Summative assessment: Google Dul, J and
-15 CO2 STRESSOR of different topics I. Portfolio Classroom, Power Weerdmeest
(8hours CO3 Use the basic A. Workstation Design II. Video Point Presentation er, B, 1993,
lecture/ CO4 knowledge of B. Workstation Furnishings Lecture-discussion presentations. (online) Ergonomics
12hrs electrical systems. C. Lightings (online) for
lab.) D. Noise Beginners,
Differentiate factors E. Desk and Tables Module (offline) Module and Taylor and
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F. Work Surfaces
G. Keyboard and Mouse
Trays
supplementary
influencing building H. Chairs
hand-outs and Francis.
thermal comfort. I. Footrests
readings (offline)
J. Special Devices

Google
Differentiate major Group work Classroom, Power https://
Week 16 components of the presentations Point Presentation fmlink.com/
-18 facility's outer Group work (online) articles/
CO1 V. EFFECTS OF AN
(4hours envelope and exterior Forced Debate ergonomics-
CO2 ERGONOMIC PROGRAM
lecture/ facilities and relating Miniature and-facilities-
CO3
6hrs concerns to Lecture-discussion Module and management
lab.) maintaining these (online) supplementary /
components. hand-outs and
Module (offline) readings (offline)
Course References Interdisciplinary Sourcebook for Ergonomics and Facilities Planning for Hospitality Industry
Online Learners: Internet Connection, their phone (with camera and microphone), Google Meet/Zoom Meet App, Vevox App
Additional Materials Offline Learners: Copy of Offline Module, Contact details, Pen
Instructor: Laptop (with camera and microphone), Internet Connection, Enough resources for the distribution of the offline module
Course Requirements
Rubric for Classroom Discussion (Online Learners)
Task Description: (The Instructor may explain the Specific assignment in this space.)

Criteria Weight Exemplary Effective

Level of 50% 1. Contributes to class activities by offering quality a. Contributes to class activities by offering
Engagement ideas and asking appropriate questions on a regular ideas and asking questions on a regular
basis. basis.
2. Actively engages others in class discussions by b. Often engages others in class discussions
inviting their comments. by inviting their comments.
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3. Constructively challenges the accuracy and
relevance of statements made.
4. Effectively identifies and summarizes main points.
1. Always prepared for class with assignments and
required materials.
Preparedness 25%
2. Accurately expresses foundational knowledge
pertaining to issues raised during the discussion.
1. Consistently positive, cooperative attitude during
Attitude 25% class.
2. Always supportive of other students’ ideas.
c. Challenges the accuracy and relevance of
statements made.
d. Identifies and summarizes main points.
a. Usually prepared with assignments and
required materials.
b. Expresses basic foundational knowledge
pertaining to class discussions.
a. Usually positive and cooperative with
classroom projects and discussion.
b. Often supportive of other students’ ideas.

Grading System: Suggested (Gaite)

LEARNERS
ONLINE OFFLINE
Class Participation: 10% Output: 40%
Output: 30% Exam: 40%
Exam: 40% Quizzes: 20%
Quizzes: 20%

Course Policies CLASSROOM POLICIES

I. General Policies (Online Learners)
 Civility and respect for classmates and the instructor are expected in all instances.
 Students are responsible for what transpire if they miss a class.
 Thirty minutes (30) grace period will be given to late comers.
II. Academic Honesty/ Integrity
 Students are expected to do and submit original work for reaction reflection papers.
 Cheating will not be tolerated. Opening Google Forms will be limited to one (1) time only.
III. Late Work Policy
 Acceptance of late work is limited to project (reaction paper, reflection paper), Project submitted late will have corresponding
consequence.

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 5 hours (after the set deadline)- the student will receive a 5 points deduction on her/his official rating.
 24 hours (after the set deadline)- the student will receive a 10 points deduction on her/his official rating.
 After 3 days Grace Period- Shall no longer be accepted.
IV. Recitation Policy
a. Recitation will be once a week.
b. Recitation will be in point system where five (5) is the highest and one (1) is the lowest.

CLASSROOM POLICIES

V. General Policies (Offline Learners)

 (refer to the module)
VI. Academic Honesty/ Integrity
 Students are expected to do and submit original work for reaction reflection papers.
 Cheating will not be tolerated. (Plagiarism is not allowed)
VII. Late Work Policy
 Modules submitted late will have corresponding consequence.
 5 hours (after the set deadline)- the student will receive a 5 points deduction on her/his official rating.
 24 hours (after the set deadline)- the student will receive a 10 points deduction on her/his official rating.
 After 3 days Grace Period- Shall no longer be accepted.
VIII. Recitation Policy
c. Recitation will be done upon the submission of the module.
d. Recitation will be in point system where five (5) is the highest and one (1) is the lowest.

Internet access- specific address and journals are to be included further. (The faculties are still validating the source.)
Supplementary
Material/s

Consultation Period

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