Undergraduate Recreation
Undergraduate Recreation
2013 Spring Term
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INTRODUCTION TO RECREATION AND LEISURE
RECREATN 232
An introduction to the field of recreation with class lecture and discussion on the historical, philosophical and theoretical aspects of leisure, recreation and play, as well as an overview of the recreation profession and its potential careers.
RECREATION PROGRAMMING
RECREATN 334
Students learn processes involved in assessing recreation participants' needs, program development, goal setting, program implementation, and evaluation. Skills are enhanced through group process experiences and on campus programming.
AGING AND LEISURE
RECREATN 360
Examines conceptualizations of leisure and aging in the leisure and gerontological literature, examines the benefits of exercise for older persons, and the process of developing an exercise program for older persons as well as examining the benefits of other leisure areas such as the arts, education and outdoor recreation.
PLANNING, DESIGN, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECREATION FACILITIES
RECREATN 450
This course will introduce management theories and provide practical experience in the design, development, operation, maintenance, and administration of various recreation facilities
LEGAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES
RECREATN 480
This course will examine the complexities of sport and recreation litigation, primarily focused on educational institutions. Students will use this knowledge to aid their professional growth in the fields of sport and recreation activity. Topics such as risk management, contracts, liability, and policy development will provide a better understanding of the law with respect to challenges encountered by sport and recreation professionals.
MANAGING RECREATIONAL SPORT PROGRAMS
RECREATN 489
A study of recreational management concepts in the areas of human resources, facility operations, budget development, marketing, public relations, policy development, and program service design.
WORKSHOP
RECREATN 490
Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.
FIELD STUDY: RECREATION
RECREATN 492
A course designed to increase the student's understanding of a specific area of recreation through involvement in an off-campus internship at a recognized recreational agency or business which is suited to the student's area of interest. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits in major/degree.
INDEPENDENT STUDY IN RECREATION
RECREATN 498
Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum 6 credits in major/degree.