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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Provides students with an understanding of the ecosystem as a dynamic and interrelated system. Emphasis is placed on federal land management in the United States, natural resource economics, the fundamentals of environmental law and policy, and wilderness management. Applied projects are an integral aspect of the course, and a field trip may be required. Prerequisite: admission to the Program or instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers analysis of the types of commercial and private enterprises, along with the qualities of the entrepreneur specific to recreation businesses. The student is also exposed to small-business management practices as they relate to commercial recreation. Case study analysis and field investigation methods are emphasized to provide the student the opportunity to learn through active participation. Prerequisite: admission to the Program or instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the historical, theoretical, and pedagogical foundations of experiential education. Teaching opportunities in the classroom and/or in the outdoors allow students to hone facilitation styles and effectiveness. Course topics include the experiential learning cycle, reflective learning, feedback, edgework, communication techniques, and multiple intelligences. Prerequisites: minimum junior standing and instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
Water-based outdoor leadership, skill development, and rescue techniques in rafting and kayaking. Field trips required. Summer offering only. Prerequisites: admission to the Program, swimming competency, and instructor permission. Consult with instructor prior to registration week.
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3.00 Credits
Snow-based outdoor leadership, skill development, and rescue techniques in winter mountaineering, backcountry skiing, and winter camping. Field trips required. Spring offering only. Prerequisites: admission to the Program and instructor permission. Consult with instructor prior to registration week.
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3.00 Credits
Land-based outdoor leadership, skill development, and rescue techniques in mountaineering, rock climbing, backpacking, and caving. Field trips required. Fall and summer offering only. Prerequisites: admission to the Program and instructor permission. Consult with instructor prior to registration week.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Special Topics
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3.00 Credits
Equips students with a variety of program-planning methodologies and skills. Emphasis is placed on the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs. Theories are applied in an experiential setting. Prerequisites: admission to the Program or instructor permission.
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2.00 Credits
A seminar covering psychological theories to enable students to better understand their own motives in outdoor pursuits and allow them to cope more effectively with those needing special treatment. Spring offering only. Prerequisite: senior standing; admission to the Program or instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to trends of travel and tourism, with specific emphasis on the western United States and the international market. Topics include travel motivations, tourism development, travel research, adventure travel, group travel operations, and careers in tourism. Field visits are required. Spring offering only. Prerequisite: admission to the Program or instructor permission.
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