Tourists Sites: Products And Operations I
- Agricultural Sciences
- 200 level
- 185 pages
- 10 units
This course provides an overview of tourist sites, products, and operations, focusing on the cultural and historical aspects of tourism in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State. It explores various cultural dances and music customs of the Western Yoruba, the North, and the East. Additionally, the course covers tourist attractions in Lagos, investment opportunities in the tourism sector, and the historical context of Lagos as a port town and its transformation into a cosmopolitan city.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of HCM243, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
HCM243 · UNIT 1 DANCE OF THE WESTERN YORUBA
Public dance is one of the most common and popular ways of celebrating events in African societies. This could either be at the individual level or when important occasions come up in the life of a man, woman or a child. The above observation holds true for the Eguns, one of the major ethnic groups in Ogun State, Nigeria.
What you should be able to do
- Identify major tourist sites in Lagos State
- Describe the cultural significance of Nigerian dances
- Explain the history of Lagos from pre-colonial times to the present
- Analyze investment opportunities in the tourism sector of Lagos
- Discuss the impact of the slave trade on Badagry
- Understand the role of tourism in economic development
What it prepares you for
- Tourism Officer
- Cultural Heritage Manager
- Hospitality Manager
- Tour Guide
- Investment Analyst
- Tourism
- Hospitality
- Cultural Heritage
- Investment
- Government
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 1: Dance of the Western Yoruba
The Gelede dance involves complex choreography and understanding of Yoruba cultural beliefs, requiring significant memorization and contextual knowledge.
- Module 1:
Unit 2: Music of the North, East and West
Kara flute ensemble music's random counterpoint and polyrhythmic recitative secco requires understanding of aleatoric music composition.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Dance of the Western Yoruba · 2 hours
Read introduction to Gelede dance.. Understand the significance of the dance in Western Yoruba culture.. Identify the instruments used and their roles..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Music of the North, East and West · 2 hours
Explore the music of the North, East, and West.. Compare and contrast the musical styles and instruments used by the Binis, Igbo, Birom, and Yoruba.. Analyze the sociological functions of different flutes..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Dance of the North · 2 hours
Examine the origin of Takai dance as a war dance.. Describe the costume and paraphernalia of the dancers.. Understand the dance movements and their significance..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: The City of Lagos I · 2 hours
Study the history of Lagos State from its early settlers to British colonization.. Understand the role of Ashipa and his descendants.. Examine the impact of the slave trade on Lagos..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: The City of Lagos II · 2 hours
Continue studying the history of Lagos State.. Focus on Badagry and its role in the slave trade.. Learn about Epe and its cultural festivals, including the Ebi festival..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 1: Guide to Tourist Attractions in Lagos I · 2 hours
Explore Lagos as a miracle city of Africa.. Understand the cultural and economic senses of old Lagos.. Examine the Hausa and Igbo communities in Lagos..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 2: Guide to Tourist Attractions in Lagos II · 2 hours
Study specific attractions in Lagos State, including Badagry and Lagos.. Learn about the Chief Abass William Seriki Slave Museum and Badagry Heritage Museum.. Explore the Oba's Palace and Tinubu Square..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 3: Tourist Attractions in Lagos III · 2 hours
Continue studying specific attractions in Lagos State.. Focus on Lekki Conservation Centre and Epe.. Explore the State Secretariat Complex and Alausa Gardens..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 4: Guide to Investments in the Tourism Sector of Lagos State · 2 hours
Understand specific festivals in Lagos State, including Eyo Festival and Black Heritage Festival.. Learn about transportation options in Lagos.. Explore modern architecture and historical buildings..
- Week 10Module 2:
Unit 5: Our Own Fernando Po · 2 hours
Examine the policy objectives for tourism development in Lagos State.. Understand private investors' responsibilities and development strategies.. Explore ongoing projects that require private sector participation..
- Week 11Module 2:
Unit 5: Our Own Fernando Po · 2 hours
Study the history of labour experiences of early Nigerians.. Learn about the city of arts and misery.. Understand the importance of good manners..
- Week 12Module 2:
Final Revision · 3 hours
Review all course materials.. Focus on key concepts and themes.. Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments..
- Week 13Module 2:
Final Revision · 3 hours
Practice answering exam-style questions.. Review exam preparation tips.. Consolidate understanding of course content..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events in Lagos history from Units 4-5, focusing on political and economic shifts
- Compare and contrast the cultural significance of dances from Modules 1 and 2 using specific examples
- Develop a SWOT analysis for tourism investment opportunities in Lagos based on Unit 4
- Practice identifying different musical instruments and their cultural origins from Unit 2
- Review the ethical considerations of tourism development discussed in Unit 5, focusing on sustainability
Questions students ask about this course
What is HCM243 about?
This course provides an overview of tourist sites, products, and operations, focusing on the cultural and historical aspects of tourism in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State. It explores various cultural dances and music customs of the Western Yoruba, the North, and the East. Additionally, the course covers tourist attractions in Lagos, investment opportunities in the tourism sector, and the historical context of Lagos as a port town and its transformation into a cosmopolitan city.
How many units does HCM243 have?
HCM243, Tourists Sites: Products And Operations I, has 10 units across 2 modules, over 185 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is HCM243 hard?
HCM243 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does HCM243 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is HCM243 assessed?
HCM243 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with HCM243?
Tourism Officer, Cultural Heritage Manager, Hospitality Manager, Tour Guide and Investment Analyst.