REC110 Outdoor Recreation Field Skills 1 (8)

In this subject students develop the knowledge and skills required for safe involvement in outdoor recreation activities. Theory and fieldwork components will help students to develop safe practice and an understanding of one's own capabilities and limitations in outdoor recreation settings. Students will be taught the importance of sound preparation for outdoor recreation activities, and will become proficient in wilderness first aid and emergency care. Specialised training in various outdoor recreation activities will be an intrinsic part of the subject.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

SY/US

Duration

One session

School

School of Environmental Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

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

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to competently participate in a range of outdoor recreation activities
  • be able to establish effective teamwork and manage group behaviour in outdoor recreation settings
  • be able to implement effective safety and risk management in outdoor recreation settings
  • be able to provide first aid

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Planning skills
  • Emergency management skills
  • Effective communication
  • Conservation and care of the environment
  • Leadership styles
  • Understanding group dynamics & facilitation
  • Understanding strengths and weaknesses
  • Skills for a range of outdoor activities

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of REC110 in Session 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Rec110 unit cluster
0

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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