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3.00 Credits
This course provides a detailed review of the concepts of force, mass, and acceleration via Newton's Laws of Motion. Vector algebra and scalar techniques will be used to analyze the relationships between forces and their resultant motions. Free-body diagrams will be used to solve various engineering problems. Particular subject areas will include kinematics and kinetics of particles, and plane kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies.
Prerequisite:
PHYS 241 and MATH 222
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4.00 Credits
This course provides the student with a general understanding of forestry and forest management. Emphasis is on tree identification, basic forest management, silvicultural techniques, forest measurements, map and compass, and global positioning systems. PA 130 - Basic Wildland Firefighter and Project Learning Tree training are components of the course.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the study of group dynamics in park and recreation management. The emphasis is on the application of group process principles, leadership development, factors influencing team dynamics, and interpersonal skills. Students will apply classroom theory by participating in and leading group activities.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the history and philosophy of leisure and recreation, with major emphasis on American society. The course examines roles of government as well as private institutions in providing park and recreation opportunities. Students will explore park and recreation careers and identify skills to obtain employment.
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4.00 Credits
This course instructs students in basic law enforcement and rescue techniques that apply to park and recreation areas. Specific training includes: swiftwater, ice, advanced line systems rescue, patient packaging and transport. Water rescue certifications may be obtained upon successful completion of certification standard requirements.
Prerequisite:
PKMT 110 or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
This course instructs the student in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation (AED) skills. Emphasis will be towards stabilization of emergency situations by providing basic life support until advanced life support arrives. Upon successful completion of certification requirements, students will be certified in Emergency Response and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Meets Guidelines 2000 for Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care.
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2.00 Credits
This is a supervised work experience designed to allow the student to grow professionally, identify strengths and weaknesses, and apply learned theory to practical situations. The student will gain an appreciation of the roles, duties, responsibilities, and nature of the work that has been chosen as a career.
Prerequisite:
PKMT 104
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4.00 Credits
This course is designed to take the student through the process of developing, creating and presenting interpretive programs. The student will learn how to write lesson plans, operate audiovisual equipment, utilize digital presentation technology, design and construct bulletin boards, and develop an interpretive trail brochure.
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the concepts involved in the management of wildlife and their related habitat. The student will learn to recognize problems and develop management solutions relevant to maintaining a desirable wildlife population in the Northeastern United States. Project Wild training is also a component of this course.
Prerequisite:
BIOL 101 or BIOL 103
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on management as a professional discipline within an organization. The study of management theories, organizational structure, agency policies, human resource management, fiscal management, information systems, and risk management are course components. Current management issues and trends will be explored as they relate to the workplace of today.
Prerequisite:
PKMT 104 or permission of instructor
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