44 courses with the subject OE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
An introduction to fly fishing, its history, equipment selection and maintenance, casting techniques, aquatic entomology, and stream ecology.
This course introduces students to foundational topics in outdoor education. Topics include key terms, core competencies of professional outdoor educators and leaders, historical trends, facilitation and processing skills, environmental stewardship, teaching strategies, career options and participation in and development of integrated outdoor experiences. A variety of teaching methods including discussion, field experiences, movies, books, and articles will be used. Students begin development of a portfolio that will continue to develop throughout the program of study. Students are required to attend out-of-class experiences that complement the theoretical content. Fee
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An 18-22- day wilderness expedition that may include backpacking, rock climbing, whitewater canoeing, camping, route finding, a solo experience, and a personal challenge event. Through these experiences, students focus on individual and group development in four core areas: stewardship, discipleship, community, and leadership. Emphasis is on spiritual growth and Christian fellowship. A reflective paper will be required. Discovery is a physically challenging course but possible for participants in average physical condition. Challenge and risk are part of the teaching methodologies of the program, and although managed to provide as much safety as possible, all risks cannot be removed. Completion of OE 180 is required in the first year for OE/OM majors. Completion of OE 180 will fulfill one PE credit requirement. Fee.
Students will participate in a 12-15 day backcountry expedition. This course focuses on individual and group development in four core areas: stewardship, discipleship, community and leadership. Through this experience, students are encouraged to work together, develop an attitude of service, and gain an appreciation for the natural environment. Emphasis is placed on spiritual growth and Christian fellowship – particularly as students consider their transition to the college community. Included in the requirements for this course is a reflective paper and post-course gatherings during the fall semester. Completion of OE 181 will fulfill one PE credit requirement. Fee $1,200.
Students will participate in an expedition to a natural area of the world where they will be involved in experiences that develop their leadership, decision-making, judgment and technical skills using adventure and environmental education. Expeditions will enhance student’s training by offering experiences not covered in other OR courses. The expeditions may focus on specific models of travel (ex: sea kayaking, mountaineering, ice climbing, etc.) or a uniquely different environment (ex: international locations, desert southwest, etc.) Trip length will be 12-22 days. A reflective paper will be required. This course is physically challenging but possible for participants in average physical condition. Challenge and risk are part of the teaching methodologies of the program, and although managed to provide as much safety as possible, all risks cannot be removed. Completion of OE 182 will fulfill one PE credit requirement and meets an Outdoor Ministry minor requirement. Fee.
This course provides students with the information and skills necessary to be safe, comfortable, and environmentally sound while living in an outdoor environment. Emphasis is placed on skills necessary to provide shelter, water, and food. Foundational principles of route finding, orienteering, self-rescue, injury prevention, minimum impact camping, and expedition organization are also included. This course is intended to be a basic outdoor leadership course for those intending to lead others in a wilderness setting. Course includes a required four-day backpacking trip – dates to be announced in class. Successful completion of this course may meet partial competencies required for a Wilderness Education Association Steward certification.
This course reinforces the skills learned from OE 180 and continues to increase the competency of living safely, comfortably, and respectfully in the outdoors. The primary focus is on honing the skills of shelter set-up, fire building, navigation, and quality backcountry cooking over an open fire. Course includes a required four-day backpacking trip – dates to be announced in class. Pre-requisite: OE 180 or permission of professor. Transfer OE/OM students can take OE 191 without the OE 180 pre- requisite. (Offered every fall.)
This course will continue to build on the skills learned in OE 191 and will introduce backcountry emergency & risk management, expedition travel techniques, monitoring group safety, cooking using stoves, and leave no trace environmental ethics. It also develops the confidence of those intending to lead others backpacking and camping in a wilderness setting by offering an opportunity for peer teaching. Course includes a required four-day backpacking trip – dates to be announced in class. Pre-requisite: OE 180, OE 191, or permission of professor. Transfer OE/OM students can take OE 192 without the OE 180 pre- requisite. (Offered every spring.)
This course will focus on the facilitation of challenge course elements including fixed and portable low initiatives, fixed high ropes courses, and climbing towers. The course is intended to provide an overview of the challenge course industry and necessary skills for the facilitation of challenge course programming. Emphasis will be placed on group processing skills, technical equipment and skills, and management/assessment techniques. This course will follow industry standards as set forth by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT). This course is not an ACCT or Montreat College Team and Leadership Center facilitator certification, training or testing, but should provide students with a foundation to move forward to become certified should they wish to do so on their own. 324
In this course, students will be trained to use curricula, such as Project WET, Project WILD, Project Learning Tree, Aquatic WILD, and/or CATCH so that they can creatively teach others about content included in each curriculum. These curricula can be used in most outdoor education settings with a variety of age groups. Students who participate in this class progress toward fulfilling the instructional workshop requirement for the North Carolina Environmental Education Certification.
This course will explore the possibility of using certain types of high adrenaline experiences as a means for facilitating personal growth. Topics explored in the course 222
This course is designed to expose students to the planning and organization of a professional Outdoor Education related conference. The students will gain experience in organization, development and follow through of the details needed to carry out a professional conference including carious levels of the conference planning and evaluation.
This course provides an introduction to backpacking. The content will focus on backpacking and camping skills such as clothing selection, fire building, Leave-No Trace practices, map and compass, and the use of camping gear. At least one backpacking trip is required.
Designed for the beginning and intermediate climber, students will learn knots, basic climbing skills, and safety.
This course is designed for the intermediate and advanced climber. Students will learn technical rope techniques, a variety of options for top-rope setup, proper placement of rock protection, and the basics of lead climbing. Offered spring semesters. Pre-
Emphasis on tandem paddling skills, lake and whitewater canoeing, and water safety and rescue. Pre-requisite: Swimming ability.
Designed for the novice solo canoeist or intermediate tandem canoeist seeking to move into solo canoeing, the emphasis of the course is on proper solo technique for use in a whitewater setting. Rolling and C-1 techniques will be also be introduced. Offered fall semesters. Pre-requisites: OE 233 or OE 314, or permission of professor. Swimming ability.
This course is designed for the beginning and intermediate kayaker. The emphasis will be placed on the self and assisted-rescue techniques, basic paddling strokes, river reading, hydrology, water safety, and rescue. Pre-requisite: Swimming ability.
This course is designed for the intermediate and advanced kayaker. Students will learn a variety of rescue procedures, advanced river reading and hydrology, advanced strikes and maneuvers while paddling more difficult rivers/creeks. Offered fall semesters. Pre-
Designed for the beginning and intermediate skier, this course includes two lecture classes and five ski trips to a local slope. Students receive one hour of instruction and three hours of ski time during each trip. Fee $275. No refund after first class.
This course, taught in the winter months (typically in the spring semester), has varying content, depending on the weather and location. Emphasis is on how to live comfortably outside in cold environments and winter ecology. Content may include cross-country or Telemark skiing, winter backpacking, and snow shelter construction. At 325
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This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower-level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
This course is intended to provide an overview of the theoretical underpinnings, conceptual foundations, and necessary skills related to the field of Adventure-Based Counseling. Topics will include history, theories, ethical issues, populations, faith considerations, and specific skills & techniques related to Experiential Therapy, particularly in an adventure context. Students will be encouraged to participate in personal reflection and processing related to class content. The course will include at least one day-long site visit and one day-long Adventure-Based Counseling experience.
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Gen-Ed Social Science 3 IS 310 Pre-Practicum 1 ES 315 Freshwater Ecosystems 4 HS 102 History of World Civilization II 3
A course offering instruction in leading whitewater kayaking programs. Emphasis is on instruction techniques, programming considerations, skill development, and professional leadership. Students gain teaching and leadership experience. Successful completion of this course may qualify students for certification through the American Canoe Association. Pre-requisites: OE 340 and OE 235 and/or OE 236 or permission of instructor. 326
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A course offering instruction in leading rock climbing programs. Emphasis is on instruction techniques, programming considerations, skill development, and professional leadership. Students gain teaching and leadership experience. Pre-
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This course focuses on the development of curricula that integrates adventure education and environmental education from a Christian perspective. Students develop a philosophy of teaching and have opportunities to observe teachers and practice teaching techniques in local school and programs. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week.
A supervised learning experience that provides the student with initial exposure to relevant professional activities. Supervision of the practicum is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of three (3) hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Pre-requisites: IS 310, permission of the student’s advisor and department chair or designee.
OE/OM 441 Internship in Outdoor Education (3)
Designed to serve as a culminating field experience for students majoring in outdoor education, this experience provides broad-based exposure to all operational facets of an outdoor education program. The intent is to provide each student with a full-time placement in his or her area of concentration. Pre-requisites: IS 310 and OE 241(2), junior status.
A course designed for graduating seniors preparing to enter the field of outdoor education. Students will be required to read a wide variety of literature and discuss pertinent issues in the field of outdoor education. Students will complete a major literature review and at least two oral presentations on the issues researched. Pre- 327
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Students may choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required.
OM 300 Outdoor and Camp Programming (3) (OM 200 pre-req. waived) Choose from three Outdoor Education Concentrations: Environmental Education and Interpretation (18 credits) Outdoor Leadership and Adventure Education (17-19 credits) Special Emphasis (minimum 18 credits) Environmental Education and Interpretation Concentration (18 credits) This concentration focuses on developing the professional Environmental Educator and Environmental Interpreter. The two main foci of this concentration include increasing environmental knowledge and mastering educational and interpretive techniques. The concentration includes all the requirements to be certified as a NC Environmental Educator and an Environmental Interpreter through the National Association of Interpretation.
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
