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  • ORPT 1542: Wilderness First Responder

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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]Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission requiredRegistration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 1610: Skiing/Snowboarding I

    1.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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 (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 1611: Skiing/Snowboarding II

    1.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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 (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 1625: Skiing (Nordic)

    1.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course will explore the winter environment using cross-country skis. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 2000: Outdoor Skills Seminar

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Repeatable for Add?l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 2030: Backpacking II

    2.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course will further develop student?s 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. (Fall - 1st Session, Spring - 2nd Session) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Prerequisite(s): ORPT 1030 or ORPT 1035 or instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-Registration Restriction(s): None Prerequisite:    ORPT 1030 O ORPT 1035
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  • ORPT 2040: Americans in the Outdoors

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): NoneGeneral Education Category: Humanities
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  • ORPT 2800: Park, Recreation, and Tourism Professions

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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 (Standard Letter)]Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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  • ORPT 2890: Directed Projects

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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 - Total Credits: 8Registration Restriction(s): None
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  • ORPT 3030: Foundations of Recreation Resources Management

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    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 (Standard Letter)]
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