Outdoor Recreation Management, A.S.
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Program Description
The Outdoor Recreation Management, AS provides students with foundational knowledge and skills essential for pursuing employment in the outdoor recreation and tourism industry or continuing their education in a bachelor's degree program. This program introduces students to outdoor recreation, leadership, risk management, and program planning, thus preparing graduates for entry-level roles or further academic study in the field.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
| General Education Requirements | 30 Credits | |
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing | 3 |
| or ENGL 1005 | Foundations of Academic Writing | |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
| STAT 1040 | Introduction to Statistics (recommended for Social Science majors) | 3 |
| or STAT 1045 | Introduction to Statistics with Algebra | |
| or MATH 1050 | College Algebra | |
| or MATH 1055 | College Algebra with Preliminaries | |
| Complete one of the following: | 3 | |
| US History to 1877 and US History since 1877 (6) | ||
| American History (3) | ||
| US Economic History (3) | ||
| American Heritage (3) | ||
| American National Government (3) | ||
| Distribution Courses: | ||
| Biology | 3 | |
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| Personal, Professional, and Civic Growth | 3 | |
| Humanities Distribution | 3 | |
| Fine Arts Distribution | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Discipline Core Requirements | 10 Credits | |
| REC 1500 | Canoeing I | 1 |
| or REC 1580 | Kayak Touring | |
| REC 1535 | Backpacking | 1 |
| REC 1600 | Winter Exploration | 1 |
| REC 2200 | Foundations of Recreation | 3 |
| REC 2400 | Principles of Experiential Education in Recreation | 3 |
| REC 2700 | Leave No Trace Trainer | 1 |
| Directed Electives | 6 Credits | |
| Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Geology of National Parks (3) | ||
| Cultural Astronomy in Our Lives (3) | ||
| Public Speaking (3) | ||
| Digital Media Essentials I (4) | ||
| Principles of Leadership (3) | ||
| Inclusive Leadership (3) | ||
| Field Botany (3) | ||
| Desert Natural History (3) | ||
| Flora of Utah (3) | ||
| Principles of Accounting I (3) | ||
| Interpersonal Communication (3) | ||
| Small Group Communication and Decision Making (3) | ||
| QuickBooks and Small Business Accounting (3) | ||
| Geographic Information Systems (3) | ||
| Principles of Outdoor and Adventure Education (3) | ||
| Elective Requirements | 14 Credits | |
| Any 1000-level course or higher | 14 | |
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credits.
- Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above. (Departments may require a higher GPA.)
- Residency hours -- minimum of 20 credit hours through course attendance at UVU.
- Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements.
Graduation Plan
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1005 | Introduction to Academic Writing or Foundations of Academic Writing | 3 |
| Humanities Distribution | 3 | |
| American Institutions | 3 | |
| REC 1535 | Backpacking | 1 |
| REC 2200 | Foundations of Recreation | 3 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| STAT 1040 | Introduction to Statistics or Introduction to Statistics with Algebra or College Algebra or College Algebra with Preliminaries | 3 |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
| Biology Distribution | 3 | |
| REC 1600 | Winter Exploration | 1 |
| REC 2400 | Principles of Experiential Education in Recreation | 3 |
| REC 2700 | Leave No Trace Trainer | 1 |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| Personal, Professional and Civic Growth | 3 | |
| Directed Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| REC 1500 or REC 1580 | Canoeing I or Kayak Touring | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Directed Elective | 3 | |
| Social, Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply critical thinking to make decisions based on evidence, considering multiple perspectives and real-world outdoor education situations.
- Evaluate and reflect on the effectiveness of engaged learning experiences in supporting skill development and personal growth.
- Demonstrate effective communication by presenting ideas clearly in oral, written, and digital formats, collaborating with peers and professionals, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.