Introduction to Adventure Environments

Unit code: SOL1000 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit introduces students to the core concepts and theories of adventure, as well as the practice of outdoor adventure activities. Drawing on a long tradition of adventure based theory the unit explores how adventure is a component of all our lives and that through it we experience a range of community, health, wellbeing and personal development outcomes. The unit integrates adventure-based experiential learning with theories, models and concepts of adventure. The content is related to the application of adventure activities in sport, education and recreation industries.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the core concepts and practices of adventure;
  2. Reflect on the application and value of outdoor adventure in sport, recreation, education and communities;
  3. Adapt knowledge and skills of outdoor adventure activities and organise self and others in natural environments;
  4. Interpret experiences of a range of outdoor adventure experiences with responsibility and accountability for own learning; and
  5. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Exercise
|
Grade: 15%
Completion of multiple choice questions relating to online content (1 set of 5 questions)
Assessment type: Exercise
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Grade: 15%
Completion of multiple choice and short answer questions relating to online content (2 sets of 7 questions)
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 25%
Adventure Experience Presentation
Assessment type: Portfolio
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Grade: 45%
Outdoor Classroom Portfolio
Assessment type: Other
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Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

Attendance at Field Classes is a hurdle requirement as it is an integral part of the SOL1000 unit delivery strategy. The field classes provide opportunities to apply theoretical concepts and introduce students to scaffolded adventure activity skill sets. Due to the critical role of the field classes, there is an expectation that students attend all sessions, except under extenuating circumstances such as ill-health. The unit contains authentic teaching and learning activities that address the acquisition and demonstration of relevant essential skills to meet industry practice (VU Standards for Assessment Procedure (HE) Policy clause 25, 26, 29).

Academic Integrity is an integral part of University skills. All four Academic Integrity Modules must be successfully completed in order to pass the unit.

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership
SBOL | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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