Undergraduate Recreation
Undergraduate Recreation
2011 Fall 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.
SPECIAL EVENTS MANAGEMENT
RECREATN 388
This course examines local, national and international special events from an international perspective. Skills and knowledge required by professionals involved in Event Management (such as conceptualization, project management, staffing, budget operation, marketing plans, sponsorship, facility operation, and risk management) will be addressed through readings, lectures, and assignments.
OUTDOOR RECREATION LEADERSHIP
RECREATN 391
This course provides the fundamental knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to lead people in outdoor recreational activities. The course includes topics on trip planning, safety procedures, equipment and food logistics, leadership methods and expedition behavior for a variety of outdoor trip activities. The course also includes a 3 day outdoor trip experience.
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. Prereq: Jr status or consent of department chair.
SPECIAL STUDIES
RECREATN 496
Variable topics. Group activity. Not offered regularly in the curriculum but offered on topics selected on the basis of timeliness, need, and interest, and generally in the format of regularly scheduled Catalog offerings. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 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.