Introduction to Hospitality Facilities Management
- 8 Weeks Part-Time/48 Hours
- Certificate
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- State the goals of a facilities maintenance program.
- Rank order facilities operational and maintenance costs and explain how to minimize expenses and maximize the customer experience.
- Describe how maintenance management systems and technologies lead to operational efficiencies.
- Describe the economic, regulatory, and market factors that have led the industry to be at the forefront of environmental issues in the context of facilities management.
- Describe the principal measures facilities managers take to minimize and manage solid waste.
- Describe how water usage levels and waste water management systems are impacted by services offered and regulatory requirements.
- Explain the various components of industry electrical systems and identify elements of an effective electrical system management and equipment maintenance program.
- Explain the components of a heating ventilation and air conditioning system and identify elements of an effective management and equipment maintenance program.
- Define basic natural and artificial lighting terms and describe how natural light can be used to meet a building’s lighting and environment needs.
- Describe the components of a laundry service and explain how to minimize costs and environmental impacts while not impacting guest satisfaction.
- Describe hotel and restaurant planning and development processes.
Basic Requirements
- High School Completion: Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
- Age Requirement: Minimum 19 years of age.
- Mature Student Status*: Applicants who have not completed high school and are at least 19 years of age, may apply as a mature student.
*Mature student status may be granted to applicants who are over 19 years old and have not completed high school or equivalent. The applicants will be considered for admission based on the skills and experience they have acquired since leaving school. The applicant is required to provide the most recent transcripts or proof of academic accomplishments, a resume or summary of professional accomplishments, and two letters of recommendation from both their current and previous employers. The applicant may be interviewed by the Registrar’s or Academic office to further assess their suitability for admission to the program of study.
- Throughout the year
- Certificate
- Student will be assessed by daily attendance, assignments, and completion of in class activities.
To successfully complete this course, students must:
- Pass the final exam
- Attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled classes
- Achieve a minimum overall score of 50%
- Assignments, participation, attendance and exams.
| Fee Type | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | CAD 850 | CAD 850 |
