Course Code:
Level: Stage 1
Learning Area: HPE
Duration: Semester
Semester: Semester 1
Pre requisite: None required
Additional Cost: up to $200 based on class size
Further Enquiries:
- Please contact HPE coordinator Mr Lucas Hill
- Phone: 8647 3300
Who Is This Course For?
This course is for students who are interested in environmental issues, risk management and outdoor activities such as Bushwalking or Canoeing. The course will require students to plan and attend a camp as a group with no direct supervision from staff on the camp.
What Will I Learn?
You will:
- Plan and participate in a variety of outdoor journeys and activities
- Investigate and critically analyze a range of environmental issues
- Reflect on strategies undertaken for the sustainable use of natural environments
- Critically reflect on outdoor experiences
- Develop initiative, self-reliance and leadership skills
- Work effectively as part of a group and reflect upon this
- Identify and apply risk management and minimal impact techniques
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed based on:
- Assessment Type 1: About Natural Environments – 1-2 tasks 40%
- Assessment Type 2: Experiences in Natural Environments – 2 tasks 60%