This unit (SOL1005) provides students with knowledge related to many field-based environments and activities utilised in the outdoor recreation/education and adventure sports industry. Students will investigate concepts and phenomena such as Geography, Geomorphology, Hydrology and Weather related to their professional practice upon which further theoretical and practical skill development can occur.
Upon completing the unit, students will have a foundational understanding of interpreting specific natural environments and ecosystems relating to the delivery of outdoor recreation/education and adventure sports outcomes. This unit will be primarily class-based, with outdoor field teaching as required.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
SOL1005
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Interpret interactions of different geomorphological phenomenon and environmental factors involved in informing the delivery of outdoor recreation/education and adventure sport outcomes; | ||
| 2. | Determine the professional practice knowledge requirements to operate within a diverse range of outdoor environments; and, | ||
| 3. | Gather data from appropriate sources to apply to the facilitation of Outdoor Recreation/Education and Adventure Sport activities. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Annotated bibliography (current research) | 15% |
| Test | Weather knowledge and application | 35% |
| Assignment | Geomorphology report (specific location) | 30% |
| Presentation | Hydrology Element Explanation (group) | 20% |
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