Bush Environments

    Unit code: SOL2002 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Park
    Prerequisites
    SOL1001 - Natural Environments 1; and
    SOL1002 - Safety in Natural Environments
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit complies with industry standards and requirements as established by the Adventure Activity Standards and administered by Outdoors Victoria. Students develop lightweight camping skills, planning and logistics, facilitation and leadership skills to participate in and conduct day and extended overnight bushwalks. They gain sound knowledge of the theories and modes of instruction of bushwalking and an understanding of the physical, psychological and social demands of bushwalking and lightweight camping. Caring for, and appreciation of, the bush environment through the utilisation of minimal impact practices and industry-accepted standards are emphasised.

    Learning Outcomes

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

    1. Advise appropriate bushwalking equipment for different uses and contexts with wide ranging challenges;
    2. Evaluate and make evidence-based judgements on the application of bushwalking in an educational and recreational setting as appropriate to various client groups;
    3. Adapt navigational concepts and appropriate navigational practice in complex and unpredictable situations;
    4. Analyse and reflect on the historical, philosophical and environmental contexts of bushwalking in Australia and review current requirements related to the safety and well-being of individuals and groups; and
    5. Collaborate, plan and prepare an extended bushwalk with professional judgement and leadership utilising minimal environment impact practices to industry-accepted standards.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Due to risk management and professional/industry requirements to demonstrate knowledge and skill within both simulated and workplace environments, graded attendance and hurdle tasks apply to field teaching work and practicums.

    Assessment type: Practicum
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Practical navigation skills and application of theory during field teaching
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Written navigation and trip planning test
    Assessment type: Project
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Field teaching planning project
    Assessment type: Report
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Reflective report

    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 Education and Environmental Science
    SBOE | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
    Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership
    SBOL | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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