CAP Action Report for 3/4/2013
Submitted by Jean Doty, CAP Committee Chair
THE FOLLOWING COURSE REVISIONS WERE APPROVED:
53. COS 120 revision
Approved revision of course frequency from “Every two years” to “Every fall”
The increase in course frequency is needed to meet the needs of majors in the Health Information
Systems and Interactive Media programs.
54. COS 241 revision
Approved revision of course frequency from “Every fall” to “Varies”
COS 241 is no longer a requirement in the Computer Science major.
55. COS 142 revision
Change prerequisites to “Prerequisite(s): COS 140; completion or concurrent enrollment in
MAT 151.”
36. REC 130 revision
Approved revisions in course title, catalog description and frequency of course offering:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 130 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theories, principles, and practices
involved in outdoor recreation. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on
outdoor recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the
need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as recreational travel, tourism,
programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and
current state of outdoor recreation as it relates to nonprofit and for profit organizations and businesses.
Students will learn the fundamental business and operating procedures common to the outdoor recreational
industry. The course will utilize instruction from industry leaders and experts in the field.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 4
Offered every 2 years
39. REC 102 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
Rec 102: Principles and Practices of the Snow Sports Industry
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theory, principles, and practices involved
in the snow sports industry. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor
recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the need for
leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as recreational travel, tourism,
programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and
current state of snow sports as it relates to skiing and snowboarding in New England and across the North
America. Students will learn some of the fundamental business and operating activities common to the snow
sports industry. The course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years.
40. REC 103 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 103: Principles and Practices of the River Industry
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theory, principles, and practices involved
in the river industry. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor
recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the need for
leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as recreational travel, tourism,
programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and
current state of outdoor recreation as it relates to nonprofit and for profit organizations and businesses.
Students will develop the ability to understand and apply the basic management and programming principles
of the river industry including kayaking, rafting and canoeing. Students will learn fundamental business and
operating activities common to this industry. The course will include some "on the water" activities based on
time of year and weather. Students should be prepared for a week night or possible weekend field trip. The
course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years.
41. REC 104 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency, prerequisites and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 104: Principles and Practices of Camping and Hiking
This course will familiarize students with the basic principles and practices involved in camping and hiking as
it relates to both commercial and community based recreation. Students will learn the preparation and planning
skills associated with camping and hiking as well as some fundamental business operations associated with the
camping and hiking industry. Course content will focus on appropriate camping gear and apparel; safety and
etiquette such as No Trace; conditioning for camping/hiking as a lifelong activity and the camping/hiking
opportunities unique to Maine. The course will include a weekend hiking/camping experience as part of the
assigned student work. The course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years.
Permission of the instructor is required.
42. REC 105 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grate type, frequency):
REC 105: Principles and Practices of the Golf Industry
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theory, principles, and practices in the
golf industry. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor recreation
that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the need for leisure and
recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as recreational travel, tourism, programming and
current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and the current state of
golfing in New England and North America. Students will learn the fundamental business and operating
activities common to this industry. The course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry
leaders. Students should be prepared for a required weekday or weekend field trip.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years
43. REC 106 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 106: Principles and Practices of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in Maine
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theories, principles, and practices of the
Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in Maine. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary
perspective with a focus on outdoor recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will
include an emphasis on the need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as
recreational travel, tourism, programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize
both the historical and current state of outdoor recreation as it relates to nonprofit and for profit organizations
and businesses. Students will develop the ability to understand and apply the basic management and
programming principles as they apply to inland fisheries and wildlife. Students will learn the fundamental
business and operating activities common to this industry. The course will include some outdoor experiences
based on time of year and weather. Students should be prepared for a week night or weekend field trip. The
course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years
44. REC 107 revision
Approved revisions in course title, course frequency and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 107: Principles and Practices of Adventure Education
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theories, practices and tenets of
adventure education. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor
recreation and adventure education that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an
emphasis on the need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as travel,
tourism, recreational programming and current industry trends associated with adventure education. Students
will develop the ability to understand and apply the basic management and programming principles of
adventure education. Students will learn some of the fundamental business and operating activities common to
the adventure education. The course will include some outdoor experiences based on time of year and weather.
Students should be prepared for a week night or possible weekend field trip. The course will utilize
instruction from experts in the field.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years
48. REC 133 revision
Approved revision of course title, prerequisites and the catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 133: Outdoor Recreation Leadership and Management
This course is designed to familiarize students with leadership and management principles and practices as
they relate to outdoor recreational organizations and businesses. Course content is based on an
interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor recreation that is both commercial and community based.
Content will include an emphasis on the need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle
as well as recreational travel, tourism, programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will
emphasize both the historical and current state of outdoor recreation as it relates to nonprofit and for profit
organizations and businesses. Students will learn the preparation and planning skills associated with
leadership development. Students will research leadership styles and theories as a basis for a personal outdoor
leadership inventory. The course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years.
49. REC 132 revision
Approved revisions in course prerequisites and catalog description:
New/Revised Catalog Description (including prerequisites, grade type, frequency):
REC 132: Recreation of Western Maine
This course will focus on the traditional outdoor recreational activities and business located in the lakes and
mountain region of Western Maine. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus
on outdoor recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the
need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as recreational travel, tourism,
programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and
current state of outdoor recreation as it relates to nonprofit and for profit organizations and businesses. The
class will include field work in a variety of recreational areas. Students will have opportunities to work with
professionals to further develop individual interest.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years.
THE FOLLOWING NEW COURSES WERE APPROVED:
45. REC 109 new course
REC 109: Introduction to National and State Parks
Catalog Description:
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theory, principles, and practices of
American national parks and Maine’s two state parks. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary
perspective with a focus on outdoor recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will
include an emphasis on the need for leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as
travel, tourism, recreational programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize
both the historical and current state of the national and state park systems. Students will learn the fundamental
business and operating activities common to the national and state parks.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years
This course expands REC course elective offerings for ORBA majors, and the recreation
concentration in Community Health.
46. REC 110 new course
REC 110: Principles and Practices of Youth Camps
Catalog Description:
This course is designed to introduce and familiarize students with the theory, principles, and practices of
camps for youth. Course content is based on an interdisciplinary perspective with a focus on outdoor
recreation that is both commercial and community based. Content will include an emphasis on the need for
leisure and recreation for all people throughout the life cycle as well as travel, tourism, recreational
programming and current industry trends. Specific course content will emphasize both the historical and the
current state of the youth camps. Students will learn the fundamental business and programing processes
common to the youth camps. The course will utilize instruction from experts in the field and industry leaders.
Prerequisite(s): None
Credit: 2
Offered every 2 years
This course expands REC course elective offerings for ORBA majors, and the recreation
concentration in Community Health.
THE FOLLOWING COURSE WAS DELETED:
47. REC 108 deletion
REC 108 was deleted based on the rationale that this topic does not warrant a stand-alone course.
THE FOLLOWING NEW COURSE WAS NOT APPROVED:
51. HON 318 new course
The committee did not approve this new course. A more specific catalog description is needed,
one that reflects the specific type and amount of required work.
THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM REVISION WAS APPROVED:
50. Community Health-Outdoor Rec Programming
Current
NEW: Catalog Ready
BUS 130: Introduction to Recreation and
Tourism 4 credits
HEA 241: Nutrition and Exercise 4 credits
REC 130 Intro to Outdoor
Recreation (4)
or
BUS 130 Introduction to
Recreation and Tourism
REC 132 Recreation in
Western Maine (2)
REC 133 Recreation in
Leadership & Management
(2)
BUS 210 Principles of
Management (4)
HEA 210 Environmental
Health (4)
REC 225 Outdoor
Recreation for Special
Groups (2)
HEA 210: Environmental Health 4 credits
EPP 131: Conservation & Environment 4
credits
or
EPP 231: Environmental Issues Total: 16
Credits
Recreation Electives (Choose 6)
REC 102: Principles and Practices of the
Snow sports Industry2 credits
REC 103: Principles and Practices of the
River Industry2 credits
REC 104: Principles and Practices of the
Camping & Hiking Industry2 credits
REC 105: Principles and Practices of the
Golf Industry2 credits
REC 106: Principles and Practices of the
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in Maine2
credits
REC 107: Principles and Practices of the
Adventure Education2 credits
REC 109: Introduction to National & State
Parks2 credits
Elective: (Choose 4 course)
REC 110: Principles and Practices of the
Youth Camps2 credits
REC 102 Snow Sport (2)
REC 132: Recreation of Western Maine 2
credits
REC 103 River Industry (2)
REC 104 Camping and
Hiking (2)
REC 105 Golf (2)
REC 106 Inland Fisheries (2)
REC 107 Adventure
Education (2)
REC 108 Recreational
Vehicles (2)
Total credits: 28
REC 133: Outdoor Recreation Leadership
and Management 2 credits
Total: 12 Credits
Total credits: 28