Outdoor Education Climbing and friluftsliv in the local environment (UDR110)
Students will use the near-environment to experience the joy of stay in nature. Students should be able to plan and lead activities for pupils from a local school in the forest. Climbing inside and outside will be a core element.
Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
UDR110
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Content
- Friluftsliv activities in the local natural environment
- Plan, lead and assess friluftsliv activities to pupils from a local school
- Prevention of accidents, first aid, self saving in the sea and CPR
- Excursion. Minimum two nights (Participating)
- Student-led excursion
Learning outcome
Following completion of the course, the student shall be able to:
Knowledge:
* climbing terminology
* plan for outdoor teaching
* risk analyze and first aid
Skills
- Be able to analyze the terrain, plan and lead various friluftsliv activities for pupils in the local environment.
- Be able to do a hike in the mountains (several days)
- Be able to belay climbers inside and outside
- CPR and first aid
General
- Lead groups in local activities and on trips in the local nature environment.
- Ensure the safety of various forms of activity.
- Be able to perform CPR, first aid and life-saving.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home exam individual or in pairs | 1/1 | 8 Weeks | Letter grades |
Home exam individual or in pairs. 8 weeks. Graded A-F
Coursework requirements
80 % attendance required for all practical activities/excursions.
The subject has the following practical excursions and activities:
Hiking in the mountains for 3 days
Mandatory teaching of local students in the forest
Students/groups that receive one or more of the mandatory activities "not approved" on the first attempt will be provided the opportunity to take the activity again. If the same task or activity is not possible to organize, an alternative task or activity will be given.