Module Details

Module Code: HOSP6012
Title: Professional Bar Operations
Long Title: Professional Bar Operations
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8110 - Hospitality
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the learner to the licensed trade industry. It focuses on the basic operation tasks for bartenders including health and safety issues, hygiene, first aid, manual handling and service tasks.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Perform operations under Health and Safety guidelines and industry standard.
LO2 Recognise the commitment of bar operators to the Responsible Service of Alcohol programme.
LO3 Exhibit a thorough knowledge of all relevant operational tasks and the safe use of equipment.
LO4 Identify the extensive range of alcoholic beverages available on the Irish market.
LO5 Evaluate the profile of the Licensed Trade Industry in Ireland.
LO6 Outline the importance of good interpersonal skills and professionalism in the workplace.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Health and Safety
Successfully complete the following training course: 'Food Safety and You', First Aid, Manual handling, Fire Safety and Chemical handling training.
Profile of the Licensed Trade Industry
Introduction to the beverage industry. Overview of on and off trade operations, styles, size and significance to the economy. The beverage industry in Ireland: the structure of the supply chain from production to distribution to end-user.
Demonstrate the appropriate use of equipment in bar service areas.
To include dispensing equipment, refrigeration, cold rooms and ice machines, cleaning equipment, cash registers, air handling and heating, and others.
Bar Service Operations
Responsible Service of Alcohol programme. Professional bar tender ethics, incorporating current legislation.
Bar Product Knowledge
The importance of Product knowledge. Introduction to alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, production and service techniques.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 2 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
Sucessfully complete 'Food Safety & You", First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Safety, Chemical Handling and Health & Safety Authority Hospitality training courses
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Practical bar skills evaluation displaying professional abilities
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Written assessment of all learning outcomes
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 2,3,4,6
Assessment Description
Practical bar operations assessment displaying professional standards and skills
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Practical skills Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 6.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 6.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • J. Cousins, D. Lillicrap & S. Weekes. (2014), Food and Beverage Service, 9th. Hodder Education, [ISBN: 978-147180795].
  • Adam W. Freeth. (2012), Bartending, New Holland, p.192, [ISBN: 1780090021].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Costas Katsigris. (2007), The Bar and Beverage Book, 4th. Wiley, [ISBN: 0471647993].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • National Hygiene Partnership, 'Hygiene Matters'.
  • National Safety Authority of Ireland. Hygiene in the Catering Sector IS:340.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_OBARM_7 Bachelor of Business in Beverage Industry Management 1 Mandatory