This course is a three day (30 hour) credit bearing field trip to visit wineries, restaurants, resorts and hotels in the Kootenay of British Columbia. This course will enable students to experience some of the theory of oenology studied during the first year of studies in addition to seeing the economic impact of wine tourism first hand. This trip also provides an excellent opportunity for students to examine other hospitality sectors impacted by the growth of the wine industry such as, lodging, food and beverage facilities. Students will meet with hospitality industry personnel from general managers to front line staff.
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Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- apply evaluation of the key grape varietals - previously studied in the classroom RHOT 163;
- relates the viticulture at various wineries – previously studied in the classroom RHOT 163;
- identify the economic impact of the wine industry and its impact on the other tourism sectors in BC - concurrently studied in the classroom RHOT 273; and
- describe opportunities for employment within the wine tourism industry.
Grading Table
Competency Based
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