2014-15 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Outdoor Adventure Leadership Program
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Outdoor Adventure Leadership
The Outdoor Adventure Leadership program offers curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Outdoor Adventure Leadership, or a minor in Outdoor Adventure Leadership. For more information about these programs, go to Outdoor Adventure Leadership (OAL) BA or BS , or Outdoor Adventure Leadership (OAL) Minor .
Major
Minor
Outdoor Adventure Leadership
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OAL 160 - Majors Orientation
1 credit
Introduces students to potential career paths, faculty within the department, and professional writing. (Cross-listed with HE 160 , PE 160 ). -
OAL 170 - Bike Maintenance
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in bicycle maintenance and repair, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 171 - Boat Maintenance
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills required to maintain and repair equipment used in the facilitation of whitewater trips, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 172 - Fly Fishing I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in fly fishing, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 173 - Fly Fishing II
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in fly fishing, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 172 . -
OAL 174 - Hiking
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in hiking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 175 - Mountaineering I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in mountaineering, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 176 - Mountain Biking
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in mountain biking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 177 - Rock Climbing I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills and fitness in rock climbing, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 178 - Sea Kayaking I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in sea kayaking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 179 - Skiing/Snowboarding
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in skiing or snowboarding (student’s choice), in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 180 - Ski and Snowboard Maintenance
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in ski and snowboard maintenance and repair, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 181 - Whitewater Activities I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in whitewater rafting and inflatable kayaking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 182 - Whitewater Kayaking I
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in whitewater kayaking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 194 - Professional Activities
1 to 2 credits
Provides laboratory experience. Includes racquet sports, outdoor recreation, and rhythms. Each unit is presented with teaching techniques directed toward instruction and skill development. Emphasizes progression, sequence, participation, and planning. Repeatable for a maximum of 18 credits. (Cross-listed with PE 194 ). -
OAL 199 - Special Studies
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 203 - Mountaineering II
2 credits
This is an activity-based class, which builds on the technical skills developed in Mountaineering I and provides the opportunity of facilitation, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 175 . -
OAL 204 - Rock Climbing II
1 credit
This is an activity-based class, which builds on the technical skills and fitness developed in Rock Climbing I and provides the opportunity of facilitation, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 177 . -
OAL 205 - Rock Climbing III
2 credits
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills and facilitation techniques for leading group rock climbing and education. This course also focuses on risk management, teaching techniques, as well as environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 177 and OAL 204 . -
OAL 206 - Sea Kayaking II
2 credits
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in sea kayaking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 178 . -
OAL 207 - Whitewater Activities II
2 credits
This is an activity-based class, which builds on the technical skills developed in Whitewater I and provides the opportunity of facilitation, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 181 . -
OAL 208 - Whitewater Kayaking II
2 credits
This is an activity-based class, which develops technical skills in whitewater kayaking, in conjunction with risk management and environmental and social ethics. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 182 . -
OAL 234 - Scuba Diving
3 credits
Covers technical skills using scuba gear in the swimming pool and explores theory practice regarding physics, physiology, and safe diving practices. Students provide their own masks, snorkels, and fins. Asthma and other serious health conditions require a medical release. Students will have the opportunity to pursue an open water certification after successful completion of this course. -
OAL 236 - Advanced Scuba
2 credits
Refines basic diving skills and introduces rescue techniques such as self-rescue, diver stress, emergency management, and search and recovery. Promotes diving as a safe and fulfilling lifetime activity. Prerequisite(s): OAL 234 . -
OAL 250 - Foundations in Outdoor Adventure Leadership
3 credits
Introduces the student to the history and philosophy of outdoor adventure education in contemporary society, with applications to current trends and prospects for the future. Surveys agencies, organizations, and programs in the leader service field. -
OAL 252 - Wilderness Remote First Aid & CPR
3 credits
Offers opportunities to develop and refine life-saving skills as they pertain to a wilderness environment. Students will receive a two-year Red Cross Wilderness Remote First Aid and CPR certification. -
OAL 275 - Adventure-Based Facilitation
3 credits
Extends the survey of outdoor recreation activities introduced in PE 194 to that of a facilitator’s role. Students learn how to teach various outdoor activities to clients of all levels. Prerequisite(s): PE 194 -
OAL 290 - Challenge Course Facilitation
2 credits
Includes the basics of challenge course facilitation, such as knots, belaying techniques, facilitation styles and industry best practices. Upon successful completion of the course and an 80% passing score on the written test, students can earn a “Level One Challenge Course Certification”. This certification is now the industry standard for challenge course facilitators, is a requirement to work on many courses in the U.S. and abroad, and meets all certification standards laid out by the ACCT (Association for Challenge Course Technology). There is a special fee for this course. -
OAL 298 - Lifeguard Training
3 credits
Provides formal instruction and skills development required for lifeguard certification. Students will have the option to receive a lifeguard certification upon successful completion of the course. (Cross-listed with PE 298 .) -
OAL 309 - Practicum: Field Experience
3 credits
Integrates the components of a student’s curriculum into a real-world working experience. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, a student-generated project, a practicum in an OAL setting, international travel, or any other approved activity. Provides a showcase in which the student can demonstrate education and experience gained during undergraduate work. Fee required for insurance. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): Field of Study restriction: OAL majors and minors. -
OAL 362 - Outdoor Recreation Programming and the Environment
3 credits
Explores the planning and management of adventure tourism with a special emphasis on the natural environment and impacts, including economic and sociocultural aspects. Prerequisite(s): OAL 250 . -
OAL 370 - Adventure-Based Therapy
3 credits
Examines how outdoor programs in wilderness, or similar landscapes, can be used for the purposes of personal growth, interpersonal growth, therapy, rehabilitation, leadership development and education. Emphasis is on improved communication skills, emotional intelligence, coping skills, and other techniques. Various therapeutic methods and theories will be explored. -
OAL 375 - Advanced Techniques in Outdoor Adventure Leadership
3 credits
Examines group dynamics, conflict, and risk management. Explores applications to expedition planning, execution, and evaluation. Prerequisite(s): OAL 250 and OAL 275 . -
OAL 399 - Special Studies
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 401 - Research
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 403 - Thesis
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 405 - Reading and Conference
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 407 - Seminar
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 409 - Practicum: Field Experience
1 to 12 credits
Integrates the components of a student’s curriculum into a real-world working experience. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, a student generated project, a practicum in an OAL setting, international travel, or any other approved activity. Provides a showcase in which the student can demonstrate education and experience gained during undergraduate work. Fee required for insurance. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): Field of Study restriction: OAL majors and minors. -
OAL 410 - Special Topics
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 425 - Program Evaluation
3 credits
Emphasizes integrated approaches to designing, facilitating, and evaluating recreation and adventure-based programming. Applies fundamental principles in research design and analysis to a broad spectrum of outdoor adventure and leadership activities, including challenge course design and implementation, risk management, expedition planning, and comprehensive outdoor recreation programming. Fulfills statistics course for BS degree. Prerequisite(s): MTH 243 . -
OAL 430 - Outdoor Survival
3 credits
Explores issues of human survival in the outdoor environment, with a strong practical component. (Cross-listed with PE 430 ). -
OAL 443 - Senior Capstone
3 credits
Integrates the components of a student’s curriculum into a culminating experience. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, a senior thesis or one of the following options with a supporting scholarly paper and an oral presentation to peers: a student-generated project, a practicum in an occupational setting, international travel, or other advisor-approved activity. Fee required for insurance. Class Restriction: Senior standing. Field of Study Restriction: OAL major. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 409 -
OAL 444 - History of the Pacific Northwest Wilderness
3 credits
Provides the OAL student with a historical perspective of the natural, cultural, and legal events that have shaped the region’s national forests and wild areas. Explores the literary legacy, geography, and current environmental issues affecting the use and protection of forest lands in the Pacific Northwest. Prerequisite(s): USEM 103 . -
OAL 470 - Environmental Physiology
3 credits
Explores acute and chronic physiological adaptations and response to extreme environments, including altitude, hyperbaric conditions, heat exposure, and cold exposure. Examines metabolic and nutritional considerations for expeditionary-level activities. (Cross-listed with PE 470 ). -
OAL 476 - Experiential Leadership Development
3 credits
Promotes the development of leadership skills for outdoor recreation professionals. Combines theory with application through integrated classroom and field experiences. Emphasizes communication, experiential learning, self-reflection, and guided self-discovery techniques. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. -
OAL 480 - Swiftwater Rescue Technician Level I
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a swiftwater and flood environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. -
OAL 481 - Technical Rope Rescue
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a high and low angle environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. -
OAL 482 - Swiftwater Rescue Technician Advanced
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a swiftwater and flood environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 480 and OAL 481 . -
OAL 495 - Outdoor Pursuits Field Experience
6 credits
Offers students practical experience with planning and facilitating outdoor adventure field trips. Students learn the history, principles, and practical application of outdoor pursuit theory and gain experience in activities such as rock climbing, rappelling, backpacking, whitewater activities and scuba diving. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 501 - Research
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 503 - Thesis
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 505 - Reading and Conference
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 507 - Seminar
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 510 - Special Topics
1 to 8 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. -
OAL 525 - Program Evaluation
3 credits
Emphasizes integrated approaches to designing, facilitating, and evaluating recreation and adventure-based programming. Applies fundamental principles in research, design, and analysis to a broad spectrum of outdoor adventure and leadership activities, including challenge course design and implementation, risk management, expedition planning and comprehensive outdoor recreation programming. Fulfills statistics course for BS degree. Prerequisite(s): MTH 243 . -
OAL 530 - Outdoor Survival
3 credits
Explores issues of human survival in the outdoor environment, with a strong practical component. (Cross-listed with PE 530 ). -
OAL 570 - Environmental Physiology
3 credits
Explores acute and chronic physiological adaptations and response to extreme environments, including altitude, hyperbaric conditions, heat exposure, and cold exposure. Examines metabolic and nutritional considerations for expeditionary-level activities. (Cross-listed with PE 570 ). -
OAL 576 - Experiential Leadership Development
3 credits
Promotes the development of leadership skills for outdoor recreation professionals. Combines theory with application through integrated classroom and field experiences. Emphasizes communication, experiential learning, self-reflection, and guided self-discovery techniques. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above, or graduate standing. -
OAL 580 - Swiftwater Rescue Technician Level I
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a swiftwater and flood environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. -
OAL 581 - Technical Rope Rescue
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a high and low angle environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. -
OAL 582 - Swiftwater Rescue Technician Advanced
2 credits
Designed for students and professionals who will be required to carry out rescues in a swiftwater and flood environment, including emergency services personnel, search and rescue teams, river guides, and others. The course is based on the philosophy of self-protection and application of low to high risk solutions. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. Prerequisite(s): OAL 580 and OAL 581 . -
OAL 595 - Outdoor Pursuits Field Experience
6 credits
Offers students practical experience with planning and facilitating outdoor adventure field trips. Students learn the history, principles, and practical application of outdoor pursuit theory and gain experience in activities such as rock climbing, rappelling, backpacking, whitewater activities and scuba diving. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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