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HCM145Agricultural Sciences Unitsintermediate

Geography Of Tourism

This course explores the geography of tourism, focusing on Nigeria's diverse landscapes, ecological varieties, and environmental concerns. It examines the relationship between seasonality and destinations, the importance of maps and charts for tourism professionals, and Nigeria's geographical features. Students will learn about climate, vegetation, modes of transport, and the demand for recreation, equipping them with essential knowledge for the tourism industry.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
GeographyTourismNigeriaSeasonalityDestinations

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Nigeria's Biodiversity

2

Seasonality and Destinations

3

Map and Chart Work

4

Climate of Nigeria

5

Modes of Transport in Nigeria

6

Demand for Recreation

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Tourism Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Tour Guide

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Travel Agent

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Park Ranger

Apply your skills in this growing field

Conservation Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

TourismHospitalityConservationEnvironmental ManagementTransportation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Nigeria's Biodiversity (Landscape, Environment and Ecology)

3 study hours
  • •Study Nigeria's location, physical features, and climatic characteristics.
  • •Examine the ecological variety, including vegetation, soil, forestry, and minerals.
  • •Understand environmental concerns related to tourism in Nigeria.
Week
2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 2: Seasonality and Destinations

3 study hours
  • •Explore the relationship between climate, destinations, and tourism.
  • •Understand the concept of seasonality in tourism.
  • •Learn about the measurement of seasonality and its impact on destinations and employment.
Week
3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Map and Chart Work

3 study hours
  • •Study the relevance of maps and charts in tourism.
  • •Identify different types of maps and charts.
  • •Discuss map language and terminology, including scale, symbols, and geographic grids.
Week
4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Nigeria's Location

3 study hours
  • •Examine Nigeria's location, size, neighbors, and boundaries.
  • •Understand the implications of these factors for crime and security.
  • •Describe Nigeria's relationship with its immediate neighbors.
Week
5

Module 1:

3h

Unit 5: Nigeria: Relief and Drainage

3 study hours
  • •Study Nigeria's relief and drainage patterns.
  • •Discuss the economic importance of Nigeria's rivers.
  • •Understand the problems associated with Nigeria's rivers and coastal creeks.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Climate of Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Study the elements of climate, including temperature, pressure, and winds.
  • •Understand the seasonal distribution of rainfall and its impact on agriculture.
  • •Examine the causes and effects of destructive thunderstorms and flood disasters.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Nigeria Vegetation

3 study hours
  • •Explore Nigeria's vegetation cover and vegetal resources.
  • •Understand the causes and consequences of deforestation.
  • •Discuss forest conservation efforts.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Modes of Transport in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Examine the historical development, characteristics, and organization of rail transport.
  • •Analyze traffic patterns and trends in rail transport.
  • •Discuss the prospects for rail transport in Nigeria.
Week
9

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Demand for Recreation I

3 study hours
  • •Study the historical development and structure of road transport.
  • •Understand the role of road transport in Nigeria's development.
  • •Analyze the demand for recreation and its relationship to land use.
Week
10

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: Demand for Recreation II

3 study hours
  • •Explore market research techniques for understanding demand for recreation.
  • •Understand consumer orientation and participatory research.
  • •Learn about selective marketing approaches and the development of a marketing plan.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Site Evaluation

3 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of land value, accessibility, and carrying capacity in site evaluation.
  • •Learn how to assess annual physical capacity and ecological capacity.
  • •Apply site evaluation techniques to determine the potential of recreational sites.
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Visitor and Site Monitoring and Control

3 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of visitor and site monitoring and control.
  • •Learn techniques for controlling visitor behavior and protecting site resources.
  • •Apply monitoring methods to assess the effectiveness of management strategies.
Week
13

Module 3:

6h

Final Revision and Assignments

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments and prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the geographical features of Nigeria from Unit 1, focusing on relief regions and drainage systems.

2

Create concept maps linking Units 2-5, emphasizing the relationship between seasonality, destinations, and map usage.

3

Practice interpreting different types of maps and charts from Unit 3, focusing on scale and symbols.

4

Summarize the key climatic characteristics of Nigeria from Module 2, Unit 1, and their impact on tourism.

5

Compare and contrast the different modes of transport in Nigeria from Module 2, Unit 3, and their implications for tourism.

6

Analyze case studies related to demand for recreation from Module 2, Units 4 and 5, and their marketing strategies.

7

Apply site evaluation techniques from Module 3, Unit 1, focusing on land value, accessibility, and carrying capacity.

8

Review visitor and site monitoring and control methods from Module 3, Unit 2, and their effectiveness.

9

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts from each unit to aid memorization.

10

Practice answering past examination questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and question types.

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