INTRODUCTION TO WINTER ENVIRONMENTS
OED1BFE
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop further the knowledge and skills required for safe exploration of outdoor environments. Theory and practical work encourages the development of safe practice, reasonable judgement, understanding of self, care for others and the environment, sound preparation, and the ability to learn from experience.
SchoolEducation
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPhilippa Morse
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning ActivitiesLectures, Tutorials and practical work
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Field Guide to Australian Birds: Complete Compact Edition
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorMorcombe, M.
Year2004
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherTEVE PARISH PUBLISHING
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Allen & Mike's really cool backcountry ski book: travelling and camping skills for a winter environment.
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorO'Bannon, A. & Clelland, M
Year1996
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherCOLORADO: COCKSTONE PRESS.
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Path of the Paddle.
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorMason, B.
Year1984
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherTORONTO: KEY PORTER
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Source locationN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedYes
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2021, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPhilippa Morse
Class requirements
Field TripWeek: 31 - 43
One 9.00 d field trip per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Attendance at field trip related lectures is mandatory
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Exam (equivalent 1750 words) This is an internal practical exam | Other written exam | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One 1250-word assignment Hurdle: satisfactory participation and performance in practical work | Assignment | Individual | Yes | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One 1250-word assignment Hurdle: satisfactory participation and performance in practical work | Assignment | Individual | Yes | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |