REC111 Outdoor Recreation Field Skills 2 (8)

Abstract

REC111 is a subject that builds on the skills and knowledge obtained in REC110. Students further develop outdoor leadership competence and gain experience in small group leadership in outdoor recreation. Knowledge of safety/risk management, trip planning and remote area first aid are developed. Specialised training in various outdoor recreation activities will be an intrinsic part of the subject.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 2
On Campus	Albury-Wodonga Campus
On Campus	Port Macquarie

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: REC111
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration	Grading System	School:
One session	SY/US	School of Environmental Sciences

Enrolment restrictions

This subject is available only to students enrolled in the course Bachelor of Applied Science (Outdoor Recreation and Ecotourism)

Prerequisite(s)
REC110

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to systematically plan a range of outdoor recreation activities
be able to facilitate group dynamics, and to promote motivational behaviour and teamwork amongst activity participants
be able to utilise safety and risk management for careful planning of outdoor recreation activities
be able to provide advanced first aid and emergency care response

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:

Outdoor leadership competence and small group leadership
Safety/risk management
Environmental impacts of outdoor recreation
First aid and emergency response
Disability issues, legal liability, certification and professional ethics is developed

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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.