39 courses with the subject ORPT, 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.
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This course will introduce students to the benefits of participating in the amazing outdoor recreation possibilities available around SUU. Class will provide students with knowledge and skills in a variety of outdoor pursuits, as well as safety and ethical considerations, in order to enhance the outdoor recreation experience. Requires outdoor trips, including at least one that will occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall - 1st Session, Spring - 2nd Session) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $15 Fee This course is designed to offer students the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to efficiently backpack in wilderness settings on their own. The course will cover navigation, trip planning and logistics, outdoor living skills, environmental integration, nutrition and ration planning, equipment selection, and risk management. There is a required overnight trip for the course that will involve carrying a heavy backpack over rough terrain for an extended time in potentially adverse weather conditions. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
ORPT 1035Winter Backpacking and Travel Techniques2
Credit(s) | $15 Fee This course is designed to offer students the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to efficiently backpack in wilderness settings on their own. The course will cover navigation, trip planning and logistics, outdoor living skills, environmental integration, nutrition and ration planning, equipment selection, and risk management. There is a required overnight trip for the course that will involve carrying a heavy backpack over rough terrain for an extended time in potentially adverse weather conditions. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This course focuses on basic canyoneering skills to be effective, efficient, and independent canyoneers. Topics include ACA standards, equipment, belays, anchors, rappelling, self-rescue, trip planning, and problem solving. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $15 Fee Canyoneering II builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in Canyoneering I. Topics include rope ascending, anchor building, sequencing, and passing knots. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $15 Fee The Basic Outdoor Leadership Training (BOLT) Program is an SUU Outdoors program that creates opportunities for the SUU community to reach leadership and developmental goals for students, faculty, staff, and organizations. Students enrolled in the course will learn and develop outdoor recreation-based leadership training focused in areas related to outdoor education theory, leadership in the outdoors, group management, and risk management. Students will develop these skills along with the technical skills needed to lead backpacking trips for SUU students. The class will culminate with a 4-day backpacking trip planned and carried out by students with the mentorship of the instructor. This course is a prerequisite to apply for a Trip Leader position with SUU Outdoors. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This is a beginning to intermediate level mountain biking class focused on developing awareness. No mountain biking experience is needed; however, students should already know how to ride a bike and must have a properly functioning mountain bike and biking-specific helmet available for the duration of the course. The goal of the class is to become more effective mountain bikers through rides, skill building, drills, basic maintenance, and more. In that process we may ride from 3-10 miles of trail per class session. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall - 1st Session, Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee Students will learn about the principles of Leave No Trace and techniques for disseminating these low-impact skills through classroom sessions as well as a required outdoor trip that will take place on a weekend. The course prepares students to teach the Leave No Trace curriculum in a variety of settings, such as schools, camps, parks, wilderness, and front country areas. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This is a basic course that provides students with an awareness of how to take care of themselves in the outdoors with minimal equipment. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $142.50 Fee Wilderness First Aid introduces concepts of medical care in a wilderness setting, focusing on Basic Life Support skills, minor trauma, selected environmental topics, spine assessment and the ruling-out process, allergic and toxic reactions, and “common” medical emergencies. Course fees are applicable and may vary from year to year. Students need to check with the ORPT Director for current costs. (Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $15 Fee This course will provide a foundational overview of the discipline of bouldering within the sport of rock climbing. It will focus on movement techniques and skill building while also providing insight into history, ethics, and issues that face the bouldering community. Students should anticipate and be prepared to climb up to a level of at least 12 feet while using padding and spotters for protection. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee An active lifestyles class focused on learning basic climbing skills: knots, equipment care and use, belaying, communication, climbing movement, and rappelling. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $15 Fee Climbing II builds upon the skills and knowledge developed through Climbing I. Topics include lead climbing and belaying, intermediate rescue skills, anchor cleaning and assessment, and site management. Students with considerable climbing experience may qualify for this course without taking Climbing I. This course includes an outdoor trip to a local area that will likely occur on a weekend. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $57.50 Fee The course will focus on skills needed for teaching climbing on artificial climbing walls, including an overview of the climbing wall industry, and legal/risk management issues. This is not an introductory climbing course. You must be highly proficient at climbing and belaying prior to taking this course. See requirements below. Certification may be provided through the Climbing Wall Association (CWA) as a Climbing Wall Instructor. The variable fee associated with this course provides access to online modules through the CWA, is non-refundable, and does not guarantee your success in the class.
Credit(s) | $422.50 Fee Wilderness First Responder skills emphasize accepted medical protocols for situations requiring extended patient management in extreme environments with limited equipment. WFR certification fees are applicable and may vary from year to year. Students should check with the ORPT Director for current costs. (Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Instructor permission Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
ORPT 1610Skiing/Snowboarding I1
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This course will help students interested in improving their skiing or snowboarding skills to do so. It is appropriate for first timers or seasoned winter enthusiasts. Additional fees accompany this course which are dependent on ski resort prices. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee This course is aimed at helping intermediate-level skiers and snowboarders develop the skills needed to move into more advanced terrain and tricks. Additional fees will apply to this course. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 per credit Fee A special topics course designed to develop outdoor recreation and leadership skills. Topics will vary depending upon demand. May be repeated for credit up to six (6) credits. Please review section numbers for specific course information. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (As Needed) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $15 Fee This course will further develop students’ skills in backcountry travel by introducing and developing orienteering and navigation skills; understanding backcountry nutrition and cooking; and preparing for efficient, longer duration trips. Other aspects of the course include expedition behavior, decision making, outdoor leadership development and risk management and mitigation. Classes will be experiential and the curriculum will focus on developing off of basic skill sets learned from ORPT 1030 and/or previous basic experience. Students are required to participate in a weekend backpacking trip. Essential Eligibility Criteria can be found on the ORPT program website. (Spring - 2nd Session) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Examines human values, uses, and management of natural settings at the individual, community, and societal levels. Topics include psychological responses to nature, history of U.S. Park and natural resource management, environmental sociology and politics, and nature in non-Western cultures. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
ORPT 2800Park, Recreation, and Tourism Professions3
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee This course introduces students to the variety of careers and professions in the park, recreation, and tourism (PRT) industry. Students will be introduced to a variety of organizations and agencies providing recreation and tourism services and managing the places where outdoor recreation activities take place. Students will complete a practicum with a current professional in the field, and begin to develop their own professional materials and competencies. The course will also introduce students to trends, challenges, and opportunities facing the PRT industry. Class meetings will take place indoors and in the field. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 per credit Fee A hands-on experience, completed either on or off campus that requires the student to work in a closely supervised environment with professionals. Directed projects must be initiated by a contract between the student, the organization, and the faculty advisor. Students may or may not be paid for their work. A minimum of three (3) hours of work per week for 15 weeks equates to one (1) credit hour. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
ORPT 3030Foundations of Recreation Resources Management3
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Principles of wildland recreation management including characteristics of recreation use and users, introduction to planning concepts, management of wildland recreation facilities and infrastructure, and integration with other natural resource uses. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Leadership theory and skill development for outdoor recreation professionals. Topics include judgment and decision making, management, professional ethics, theory, and back country living skills. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
ORPT 3050Risk Management and Safety for Outdoor Recreation3
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Study of laws affecting recreation services and professional development of risk management protocols and procedures. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
ORPT 3060Behavioral Aspects of Outdoor Recreation3
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee This course examines the social, psychological, and geographic influences on human behaviors in outdoor recreation settings. An emphasis is placed on current research and critical challenges affecting recreation management. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Inclusive Recreation focuses on understanding barriers to participating in outdoor recreation for a broad spectrum of user groups, including persons with disabilities, people of all shapes and sizes, marginalized groups, people in low socioeconomic standing, and older adults. In this course we explore current solutions to removing barriers while also looking to innovate new solutions. We’ll learn about laws associated with recreation opportunities and their role in creating equitable recreation experiences. The class will include traditional lecture, class discussions and case studies, field trips, out of class group projects, student presentations, and a service component. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 per credit Fee An interdisciplinary course that employs an experiential approach to teach students about the complexity of the specific topic of study. Professors from more than one discipline introduce students to a variety of ways to think about the chosen topic. Under the guidance of faculty mentors, students then carry out original projects related to the course topic. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Planning, designing, facilitating, and evaluating interpretation for cultural and natural resources in order to create opportunities for meaningful experiences and to support management objectives. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee A course designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to plan, implement, and evaluate interdisciplinary outdoor education programs that promote environmental literacy in wilderness, community, and education settings utilizing inquiry and experiential education teaching methods. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee Examines the biophysical, social, and managerial effects of outdoor recreation activities with an emphasis on planning, assessment, and monitoring. Students will review current knowledge concerning recreation impacts and critical problems affecting contemporary recreation management. Students will also learn and practice methods for quantifying recreation use and impacts, including research, data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques and methods. The course will include both traditional classroom and outdoor field-based instruction. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee This course will provide opportunities to explore special topics and current issues related to outdoor recreation and tourism. Topics will vary according to faculty and student interest. May be repeated for up to nine (9) credits. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 Fee The Organization and Administration lab provides students with an opportunity to apply the processes and information from ORPT 4740 into their own program. The lab will include implementation of a program plan and an in-depth evaluation of that program. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 per credit Fee This course is designed to give outdoor recreation majors and minors experience leading, teaching, and developing skills in the outdoor recreation field. The student is responsible for identifying a specific project or experience that will increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field; identifying learning goals and outcomes; and developing a plan to complete the project. A faculty mentor facilitates the independent project through consultation with the student and by providing appropriate resources. Students may or may not be paid for their work. A minimum of 45 hours of work equates to one (1) credit hour. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $7.50 per credit Fee Professional experience in a departmental approved leisure services program. (Fall) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $22.50 Fee A capstone course: ORPT majors will complete a capstone project to investigate current trends, issues, research, and professional standards in the field. Students will also prepare for internships. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
