OCRE 2550 - Leadership and Safety Management for Outdoor Pursuits

Credits: (4)
Typically Taught Summer Semester: 2nd Blk
Course Fee: $225.00
Course Fee Purpose: This course has a fee attached. Course fees are established in order to benefit the students in this course and may, among other things, be used to cover the costs of equipment replacement and maintenance, consumable materials, licensure examinations, or to meet specific regulatory requirements. Examples of course fee expenditures for this course include food, safety equipment, first aid supplies, and other incidentals, and licensing fees.
Description: This course introduces students to many of the skills needed to be a safe and effective outdoor leader. The course is intended for individuals wishing to pursue employment as outdoor leaders in various outdoor adventure activities. Topics will include trip preparation, planning, logistics, planning for and managing risks in outdoor pursuits, group dynamics, leadership styles, emergency response, and environmental considerations. The majority of class time will be spent in the field as part of a multi-day expedition.
Pre-requisite(s): OCRE 2500.
Suggested Requisite(s): OCRE 2300, GEOG 1002.