PEDH 132 - New Games and Ropes Course

Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 4

Prerequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course is designed to allow students to experience a variety of activities including new games, initiatives, and ropes courses. Topics include the use of challenge course apparatus, safety techniques, facilitating skills, types of programs, and equipment. Ropes course experience is not required. A fee is charged to cover expenses.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Through participation in team building activities in the classroom, on a low ropes course, and on a high ropes course, students will gain an understanding of adventure theory, activity selection, facilitation techniques, and health and safety principles.
Students will demonstrate their ability to facilitate a group of students in team building activities.