First Term Course Credits
Required: 15.00
- REC 149 Computer Applications for Outdoor Recreation and Tourism 3.00
- REC 152 Environmental Stewardship I 3.00
- REC 156 Natural History for Outdoor Leaders 3.00
- REC 157 Wilderness Leadership Skills 3.00
- TOUR 111 Tourism Introduction: Theory and Practice 3.00
Choose 3.00 credits from the following list: 3.00
- CMNS 154 Communications in Outdoor Recreation and Tourism 3.00
- CMNS 174 Wilderness Leadership Communications 3.00
Credits 18.00
Second Term Course Credits
Required: 15.00
- REC 163 Wilderness First Aid I 3.00
- REC 169 Interpreting Natural and Cultural Landscapes 3.00
- REC 245 Organizational Leadership for Outdoor Recreation Programs 3.00
- TOUR 116 Financial Planning in Tourism I 3.00
- TOUR 208 Risk Management for Tourism and Outdoor Recreation 3.00
Choose 3.00 credits from the following list: 3.00
- TOUR 104 Marine Tourism and Interpretation 3.00
- TOUR 118 Special Events - Tourism Generators 3.00
- TOUR 120 Adventure and Eco-Tourism 3.00
- TOUR 125 Financial Planning in Tourism II 3.00
- TOUR 202 Strategic Marketing Management - Case Study Approach 3.00
- TOUR 227 Heritage, Cultural and Arts Planning for Tourism 3.00
- TOUR 232 Tourism Planning 3.00
- WLP 153 Guiding Leadership 3.00
Credits 18.00
Fourth Term Course Credits
Required: 9.00
- REC 255 Outdoor Recreation Practicum 9.00
Credits 9.00
Third Term Course Credits
Required: 15.00
- REC 151 The Outdoor Recreation Environment 3.00
- REC 252 Environmental Stewardship II 3.00
- TOUR 112 Tourism Marketing 3.00
- TOUR 113 Human Resource Management in Tourism 3.00
- TOUR 233 Cross Cultural Tourism 3.00
Choose 3.00 credits from the following list: 3.00
- TOUR 104 Marine Tourism and Interpretation 3.00
- TOUR 118 Special Events - Tourism Generators 3.00
- TOUR 120 Adventure and Eco-Tourism 3.00
- TOUR 125 Financial Planning in Tourism II 3.00
- TOUR 202 Strategic Marketing Management - Case Study Approach 3.00
- TOUR 227 Heritage, Cultural and Arts Planning for Tourism 3.00
- TOUR 232 Tourism Planning 3.00
- WLP 153 Guiding Leadership 3.00
Credits 18.00
Wilderness Leadership Skills Courses Course Credits
Choose 4.00 credits from the following list: 4.00
- WLP 124 Winter Skills 2.00
- WLP 125 Ski Touring 2.00
- WLP 126 Backpacking 2.00
- WLP 127 Mountaineering 2.00
- WLP 128 Rock Climbing I 2.00
- WLP 129 Rock Climbing II 2.00
- WLP 130 Rock Rescue Clinic 1.00
- WLP 131 Nordic Skiing I 2.00
- WLP 132 Nordic Skiing II 2.00
- WLP 133 Canoeing I 2.00
- WLP 134 Canoeing II 2.00
- WLP 135 Rafting I 2.00
- WLP 136 Rafting II 2.00
- WLP 137 Sea Kayaking I 2.00
- WLP 138 Sea Kayaking II 2.00
- WLP 139 River Kayaking Clinic 1.00
- WLP 140 River Rescue Clinic 1.00
- WLP 141 Telemark Clinic 1.00
- WLP 142 Sailing 2.00
- WLP 144 Sailing II 2.00
- WLP 145 Mountain Biking 2.00
- WLP 147 River Kayak I 2.00
- WLP 148 Snow Boarding 2.00
Credits 4.00
Study Abroad Elective Courses Course Credits
Choose electives: 0.00
- SATO 201 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
- SATO 202 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
- SATO 203 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
- SATO 204 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
- SATO 205 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
- SATO 206 Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC) 0.00
Credits 0.00
Total Program Credits 67.00
REC 149
Computer Applications for Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
This course provides the student with hands-on experience in using computer technology to manage text documents, electronic presentations and spreadsheets.
REC 152
Environmental Stewardship I
3.00 credits (3,3,1) hrs 15 wks
An examination of the role of the outdoor recreation professional in environmental stewardship. Topics include: conservation issues, environmental ethics, policy and planning and sustainability.
REC 156
Natural History for Outdoor Leaders
3.00 credits (3,3,1) hrs 15 wks
Students will develop the skills to interpret the natural environment in this field-based course, through the application of principles and concepts of ecology, the identification of flora and fauna, and the interpretation of local ecosystems. Contemporary stewardship issues facing southwest British Columbia will be highlighted.
Note: Courses that are offered in Squamish may be delivered in a condensed format.
REC 157
Wilderness Leadership Skills
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Develops skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to provide challenging, safe adventure experiences in a temperate climate during spring, summer and fall.
Note: Courses that are offered in Squamish may be delivered in a condensed format.
REC 163
Wilderness First Aid I
3.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
An introductory course in first aid skills pertaining specifically to the wilderness environment.
Note: Courses that are offered in Squamish may be delivered in a condensed format.
REC 169
Interpreting Natural and Cultural Landscapes
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
The goal of this course is to enable students to develop an awareness, appreciation and understanding of the physical landscape. Emphasis will be placed on the geology and landforms of southwestern British Columbia.
Note: Courses that are offered in Squamish may be delivered in a condensed format.
REC 245
Organizational Leadership for Outdoor Recreation Programs
3.00 credits (5.45,0,0) hrs 11 wks
This course examines the way in which individuals function effectively in outdoor recreation agencies and in groups in the field. Communication models will be examined as well as strategies and techniques for effective leadership, motivation, stress management, promotion of positive group dynamics and teambuilding. Students will learn how to work with colleagues and with clients to develop and deliver successful outdoor recreation programs. Students will apply course concepts in designing successful outdoor programs. Readings, settings and case studies for this course will include outdoor leadership situations and workplaces likely to be encountered by graduates of the Outdoor Recreation Management program.
REC 255
Outdoor Recreation Practicum
9.00 credits (0,0,35) hrs 14 wks
Prerequisite: Completion of 30 credits toward the Outdoor Recreation Management program Diploma
The practicum is designed to integrate classroom theory with working experience in the field. Students will arrange with the faculty liaison to spend three and one-half months in an acceptable agency placement, and will be responsible to a specific agency supervisor. Students will be provided with terms of reference for the practicum experience. Student work performance and potential will be evaluated by the faculty liaison and agency supervisor, and students will make a major presentation to the department at the conclusion of the practicum.
TOUR 104
Marine Tourism and Interpretation
3.00 credits (6,0,0) hrs 10 wks
The objective of this course is to enable students to develop an awareness and understanding of the marine near-shore environment. The content will focus on learning about marine resources within the context of tourism development and responsible stewardship by user groups within the marine tourism field.
TOUR 111
Tourism Introduction: Theory and Practice
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
An introduction to the key concepts, language, and issues facing the tourism industry. Trends, market profiles and demographic factors, key industry sectors, tourism geography and key regional products in B.C., tourism's role in community development, social impacts of tourism, transportation, communication, and legal issues in tourism.
TOUR 112
Tourism Marketing
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
The objectives of this course are to examine the existing tourism marketing system in Canada; to develop the student's understanding of Canadian tourism marketing and the basics of consumer marketing; and to enable the student to relate to current aspects of tourism business and how they affect Canadian tourism marketing.
TOUR 113
Human Resource Management in Tourism
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Human resource issues, job analysis, recruitment, interviewing, orientation, training and development, performance management, legislation, and labour-management relations.
TOUR 116
Financial Planning in Tourism I
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Designed to provide future entrepreneurs and managers in the field of tourism an introductory review of the basic accounting and planning skills required for small business operations. This course will also cover basic financial statement analysis for the purpose of providing information to meet the needs of investors, owners and management.
TOUR 118
Special Events - Tourism Generators
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
This course will cover all aspects of event management and event marketing: choosing the right event, designing a business (event) plan, event/cause marketing, sponsor proposals, managing the pre-event, event day(s) management, and post event activities. Students will design a new special event and prepare a business plan for that event. The course will also include case studies from existing events.
TOUR 120
Adventure and Eco-Tourism
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Adventure tourism products will be examined; economic impact of the industry, selling adventure tourism, identifying markets, packaging, legal liability, organization and structure of the industry, government's role in area and activity management, resource management issues, protecting resource areas, eco-tourism issues, land use planning, and product opportunities.
TOUR 125
Financial Planning in Tourism II
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: TOUR 116 or BFIN 141
Using financial and strategic planning techniques, students will develop a comprehensive business plan and financing proposal for a tourism business. This is the major project for the course. In addition, students will complete the study of financial analysis and basic business accounting begun in TOUR 116.
TOUR 202
Strategic Marketing Management - Case Study Approach
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
Prerequisite: TOUR 112
This course will provide students with a greater understanding and appreciation of strategic marketing management in the tourism industry. Marketplace potential, risk, delivery mechanism and the industry's unique characteristics will be explained. Strategic marketing process of how marketing plans are developed, implemented and amended are reviewed and analysed.
TOUR 227
Heritage, Cultural and Arts Planning for Tourism
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
An overview of heritage cultural, and arts tourism, with emphasis on community and regionally-based planning and development approaches. A review of market demand, demographic trends, product development, development of arts and entertainment tourism, and First Nations tourism.
TOUR 232
Tourism Planning
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
A geographical overview of the Asia-Pacific region including demographics, physiography, environmental issues, tourism destinations and travel patterns. A review of politics in tourism and Asia-Pacific region national tourism policies. Methodology and approach to tourism policy analysis, comparative tourism development case studies, regional tourism policy and planning. Role of development agencies and tourism organizations.
WLP 124
Winter Skills
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
An introductory course developing skills in avalanche safety, terrain and hazard assessment, route finding, winter camping, and shelter building. Competent students may achieve industry standards in avalanche skills.
WLP 125
Ski Touring
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 124 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
Students will develop backcountry touring skills including track setting, winter camp craft, hazard avoidance, skiing techniques and route planning, weather observations and avalanche safety.
WLP 126
Backpacking
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Students will develop skills in client care, risk management, navigation, professionalism, travel, instruction, terrain assessment, camping and mountain sense.
WLP 127
Mountaineering
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 124 or WLP 126 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
This course is designed for the experienced backpacker with little or no rope skills. Skills in basic rock climbing, rope management, crevasse rescue, snow and glacier travel and ice climbing will be developed.
WLP 128
Rock Climbing I
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
A technical course for non-climbers, emphasizing technique development through practical application of field skills. Students will gain competency in outdoor top rope climbing and following a lead climber. Skill sets include anchor construction, rope management, rappelling, climbing and movement techniques, and hazard management.
WLP 129
Rock Climbing II
2.00 credits (24,0,0) hrs 02 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 128 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
An intermediate level of skill development of rock climbing techniques including rock rescue and introduction to lead climbing.
WLP 130
Rock Rescue Clinic
1.00 credit (24,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 128 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
This course emphasizes the practical aspects of technical rock rescue.
WLP 131
Nordic Skiing I
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
A foundation course developing competency in equipment selection and use, waxing, diagonal stride, poling, turns, skating, and telemark techniques.
WLP 132
Nordic Skiing II
2.00 credits (31.5,0,0) hrs 02 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 131 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
Students will develop and demonstrate competency in skiing and teaching diagonal stride, snow plow turns, double poling, off-set skate, and intermediate telemark. Competent students may achieve industry certification in nordic skiing.
WLP 133
Canoeing I
2.00 credits (56,0,0) hrs 01 wks
A course in developing leadership skills in lake water canoeing; includes canoe history in Canada, equipment, canoe safety and leadership, tandem and solo rescues, and canoe-tripping standards and practice. Competent students may achieve industry certification for instruction in lake-water canoeing.
WLP 134
Canoeing II
2.00 credits (54,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 133 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
Tandem and solo moving water canoeing skills are developed in this course. Content includes theory, strokes, manoeuvres, and rescues. Competent students may achieve industry certification in moving water canoeing.
WLP 135
Rafting I
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Includes equipment, strokes for oar and paddle boats, raft manoeuvring, and river reading. Competent students may achieve industry certification in rafting.
WLP 136
Rafting II
2.00 credits (63,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 135 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
This intensive course is designed to prepare students for the rafting industry. This guide training covers all aspects of rafting in preparation for the provincial guide exams.
WLP 137
Sea Kayaking I
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
A progressive introduction to sea kayaking, providing the student with sound kayaking skills while introducing the guiding element. Skill set includes paddling skills, rescue techniques, equipment, navigation, ocean skills, interpretation of the coastal environment, weather and group/leadership skills.
WLP 138
Sea Kayaking II
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 137 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
An intensive course focusing on each student's ability to make safe leadership decisions, perform surf landings and launches, and provide appropriate client care and instruction. Competent students may achieve industry certification in sea kayaking.
WLP 139
River Kayaking Clinic
1.00 credit (24,0,0) hrs 01 wks
This clinic introduces students to river kayaking equipment, safety procedures, strokes and rolling techniques. Skills will be introduced on flat water and will progress to river paddling.
WLP 140
River Rescue Clinic
1.00 credit (24,0,0) hrs 01 wks
This intensive course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in river rescue. Competent students may receive industry certification in river rescue.
WLP 141
Telemark Clinic
1.00 credit (24,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 132 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
Students will develop and demonstrate competency in skiing and teaching basic, intermediate and advanced telemark skills. Competent students may achieve industry certification in telemark skiing.
WLP 142
Sailing
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Basic sailing skills are developed in this course including general seamanship, acting as a competent crew, basic navigational skills, and emergency procedures. Competent students may achieve industry certification in sailing.
WLP 144
Sailing II
2.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
Prerequisite: WLP 142 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
Students will further develop skills in vessel and crew management with an emphasis on navigation, coastal meteorology, boat systems, and health and safety. They will demonstrate safe navigational practices and advance their proficiency in understanding the international symbols and regulations for preventing collisions at sea.
WLP 145
Mountain Biking
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
The course provides an awareness of safe guiding practices for leading mountain biking rides and competence at the beginner to intermediate levels. Topics discussed include site selection, teaching materials, demos, progression, skill analysis, biomechanics, teaching points, common errors and corrections, safety tips, and environmental variables.
WLP 147
River Kayak I
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
This course introduces students to river kayaking equipment, safety procedures, strokes and rolling techniques.
WLP 148
Snow Boarding
2.00 credits (48,0,0) hrs 01 wks
A course developing leadership skills in snowboarding, including a comprehensive overview of the sport as it relates to snowboard instruction, guiding and leadership.
WLP 151
Interpreting the Wilderness Environment
3.00 credits (4,0,0) hrs 15 wks
This course is designed to enable outdoor leaders to learn interpretation techniques regarding experiential teaching methods. These techniques enable students to interpret the surrounding wilderness environment including weather and the night sky.
WLP 152
Wilderness Leadership Work Practicum
2.00 credits (0,0,35) hrs 03 wks
Prerequisite: CMNS 174, REC 156, 157, 163, 169, WLP 153 and 12 WLP credits
The student will gain practical experience necessary to work effectively in an adventure industry business. The student will have an opportunity to work at a level comparable to that of a non-Work Experience employee of the organization. The student will integrate and consolidate theory and skills developed during the Wilderness Leadership Certificate program.
WLP 153
Guiding Leadership
3.00 credits (60,0,0) hrs 01 wks
This course examines the concepts of leadership and team building and expands on this theme through the exploration of skills and techniques.
SATO 201
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,2) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
SATO 202
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
SATO 203
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
SATO 204
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
SATO 205
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
SATO 206
Study Abroad/Student Exchange (Tourism/OREC)
0.00 credits (0,0,4) hrs 15 wks
These Study Abroad courses in Tourism Management bank credits that allow students to embark upon a variety of international (and national) study experiences with other partner colleges, universities or agencies/organizations. Programs of study can consist of academic courses, internships, field skills development and/or co-op. Normally, students will be registered in these courses after being accepted in a study abroad program such as a study tour, field school or student exchange partnership.
