PRKM 200 - Design and Development of Park and Recreation Facilities

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): PRKM 100, PRKM 110, and PRKM 130

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts, principles, and procedures for the planning, development, and design of recreational resources, areas, and facilities.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Develop an understanding of the various guidelines that must be addressed as part of facility design and development.
Develop an understanding for the necessity of developing a program statement for recreational facilities.
Analyze the sequence of operations for development planning and design.
Develop an understanding for how facility development (new capital development, renovation or retrofitting of existing structures) is financed.
Develop an understanding of the various roles of professional consultants and the means for choosing such consultants.
Develop an understanding of the site planning process.
Explain the special considerations for designing recreation facilities for persons with disabilities.
Demonstrate critical thinking as it relates to overall facility development and operation.