Course Descriptions
400. Impact of Leisure in Society
Critical factors such as self, family, aging, ecology, health, work
patterns, communications, cultural diversity, affluence, and changing
sex roles are studied in relationship to present and future leisure
patterns. Leisure trends are examined through a process of issue
analysis spanning social, technological, economic, and political
spheres. 4 cr.
444. Building a Culture of Peace
Peace is more than just the absence of war. A culture of peace incorporates respect and dignity for all persons, stewardship of natural resources, a striving toward justice and equality, the non-violent resolution of conflicts, non-hierarchical decision-making and participatory community life. Students in this course will explore the origins and concepts of peace culture. Students will experience the elements of a culture of peace as they are empowered to create a peace culture within the classroom and as they share peace culture with a broader community through service learning projects. 4 cr.
490. Recreation and Leisure in Society
Examines the historical and philosophical foundation of recreation
and leisure. Emphasizes concepts, theories, and the interrelationships
between factors (social, economic, political, and environmental),
which influence people's leisure attitudes and behavior. Explores
implications of leisure for holistic and balanced living. 4 cr.
501. Recreation Services for Individuals
with Disabilities
Presentation and discussion of issues that concern the delivery
of quality leisure services to individuals with disabilities in
community settings. Lab requirements as well as classroom activities
provide opportunities for practical experience. Prereq: permission.
Lab. 4 cr.
502. Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation
This course introduces students to the field of Therapeutic Recreation
specifically in terms of professional concepts and the role and
function of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists in the provision
of therapeutic recreation services. 4 cr.
503. Therapeutic Recreation Rehabilitation
Principles and Interventions
This course introduces the rehabilitation principles and recreational
therapy interventions used by therapeutic recreation specialists
to improve functioning for people with physical and cognitive impairments.
Students learn and apply fundamental process of clinical reasoning
and treatment program planning to improve quality of life. A lab
will provide students with the opportunity to utilize a variety
of assistive techniques, adaptive devices and equipment to support
individuals and achieve maximum independence and promote a healthy
leisure lifestyle. Special fee.
504. Therapeutic Recreation Mental Health
Principles and Interventions
This course introduces mental health principles and recreational
therapy interventions to improve functioning for people with emotional,
social, and behavioral impairments. Students will learn and apply
fundamental processes of clinical reasoning and treatment program
planning to improve quality of life for persons with emotional,
social, and behavioral impairments.
511. Issues of Wilderness and Nature
in American Society
This course will provide students with an overview of the evolving
relationship between wilderness/nature and U.S. society. Contemporary
works of literature and contemporary philosophers will be read to
illustrate issues relating to nature and the environment. The course
will examine the philosophy, ethics and societal values in U.S.
society and its relationship to our natural wilderness. Recent issues
will be used as case studies in order for students to articulate,
defend and critique the ethical issues presented. Students will
be responsible for understanding and applying philosophical approaches
developed by influential thinkers, writers and activists associated
with the wilderness and conservation movement.
550. Perspectives on Disability
Introduction to many fields of study to current perspectives on
disability. Designed to appeal to students not intending to work
with individuals with disabilities as a career focus. Students who
will soon be in positions of managing key resources and systems
associated with areas of community life targeted by the Americans
with Disabilities Act (e.g., public transportation, state and local
government, etc.) will gain a broader understanding of how to accommodate
and value a diverse membership in their communities. Writing
Intensive 4 cr.
557. Recreation Services Program Design
Introduces the student to a systems approach to program design.
Course topics include needs assessment techniques, goal setting
and objectives writing, process of group planning, public relations,
program evaluation, and leisure education. Applied projects are
required. Prereq: RMP 490 or permission. Lab. 4 cr.
558. Program Supervision and Leadership
Emphasis on specific knowledge of leisure activity categories with
related organization and leadership techniques. Other topics include
facilitation of activity throughout the lifespan and planning for
instruction, safety, and crisis confrontation. Applied projects
are required. Prereq: RMP 557 or permission. Special fee. 4 cr.
560. Recreational Sport Management
This course is designed to explore and examine the theoretical foundations
and basic skills, methods, and techniques necessary for the effective
and efficient design and delivery of recreational sport programs
within a variety of collegiate, public, quasi-public and private
settings, agencies and/or organizations. Throughout this course
we will explore a variety of recreational sport contexts, such as
youth sport, adult/community sport, campus recreational sport, recreational
sport in the market sector, global perspectives, and sport for people
with disabilities.
561. Introduction to Outdoor Recreation
The history, delivery system, social and economic impacts, and management
tools for outdoor recreation. Includes identification of contemporary
issues, problems, and opportunities in recreation resource management.
Lab. 4 cr.
563. Recreation Management and Policy
Practicum
Designed to provide first and second year RMP majors the opportunity
to observe and practice leadership skills in clinical and community-based
settings. Students complete a 40-55 hour practicum at an approved
site. Successful completion of a practicum is prerequisite to the
professional internship, RMP 664. Students are responsible for transportation.
Prereq. RMP 490, RMP 501. Permission required. 2 cr.
593. Special Topics
A) Camping and Outdoor Education for Individuals with Disabilities;
B) State Parks: Their Management and Role; C) Therapeutic Recreation
in the School Setting; D) Social Psychology of Leisure; E) NH Recreational
Ski Industry; F-Z) Interdisciplinary. Specialized courses covering
information not presented in regular course offerings. Description
of topics available in department office during preregistration.
Prereq:
RMP majors or permission. May be repeated but not in duplicate areas.
2-4 cr.
600. Multicultural Perspectives and Leisure
Explores the multicultural issues within a pluralistic society both
generally and as they are specifically evident through leisure,
recreation and play behaviors, values, and possibilities. Course
topics and assignments are applied to the exploration of three questions:
(1) How does leisure expression honor, value, and preserve unique
cultural and ethnic heritages? (2) Does and/or can leisure expression
create meaningful bridges across interpersonal and societal differences?
(3) What are the moral and ethical responsibilities and opportunities
for leisure services providers within a pluralistic society? Writing
intensive. 4 cr.
602. Clinical Treatment Lab I
Provides students with the opportunity to apply principles central to the effective delivery of therapeutic recreation Students apply principles of individualized treatment planning, client assessment, documentation, and activity analysis with members of a community-based, post-rehabilitation program located in the Seacoast region. Students are required to participate in weekly sessions (5-6 hours per week) for a total of 15 weeks. Prereq: RMP 490, RMP 501, RMP 502. Permission required. 2 cr.
Co-requisites: RMP 603
603. Assessment and Treatment Planning
in Therapeutic Recreation
Addresses the principles of activity analysis, client assessment,
documentation, individualized program planning, selection of interventions,
and collaboration with a treatment team. Prereq: RMP 490; 502. 4
cr.
604. Therapeutic Communication and Facilitation
Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation
Addresses specific clinical knowledge and skills essential to therapeutic
recreation service delivery including clinical interviewing, group
process, leisure education, and treatment approaches, and intervention
techniques. Prereq: RMP 490; 502; 603. 4 cr.
605. Clinical Treatment Lab II
A clinical treatment lab that emphasizes the concepts and intervention techniques used in the clinical application of therapeutic recreation services which relate to practice. Students will provide therapeutic recreation services to members of a community-based, post-rehabilitation program located in the Seacoast region. Students are required to participate in weekly sessions (5-6 hours per week) for a total of 15 weeks. Prereq: RMP 603 and RMP 602. Permission required. 2 cr.
Co-requisites: RMP 604
654. Professional Development and Ethics
Focus on preparing students for the internship experience through
the identification of career goals and the selection of an approved
internship site. A portfolio emphasizing process skills in resume
construction, interviewing techniques, establishing internship goals
and objectives, and self-assessment will be developed. Majors only.
Prereq: permission. 2 cr. Cr/F. IA.
663. Management and Policy in Leisure
Services
Comparative analysis of administrative processes within various
organizations as well as the political and policy-making roles of
managers in the private and public sectors. Emphasis on organizational
development, fiscal management, and budgeting as tools used in formulating
and implementing policy. Prereq: RMP 557 or permission. 4 cr.
664. Internship
A) Internship in Recreation Management; B) Internship in Therapeutic
Recreation. Students enroll in the section corresponding to their
major option after receiving approval from the academic adviser.
Supervised work experience in an approved profession-related agency.
An IA grade (yearlong course) may be assigned at the end of the
semester or summer session. Prereq: majors only; permission. Special
fee. 2-6 cr. Cr/F.
665. Marketing and Communication in Recreation
Services
This course prepares students to apply marketing, economic and communication
principles to recreation and leisure service delivery systems, including
procedures for developing marketing plans for recreation agencies.
Course content reflects the organization and analysis of the marketing
process and planning the marketing mix, including product, price,
place and promotion. The course prepares students to critically
evaluate applied marketing programs in a variety of recreation and
leisure services settings. The course emphasizes the application
of marketing and communication strategies delivered through a number
of technological and audio-visual media. Students will be exposed
to various technological applications, including desk-top publishing,
database marketing, on-line communication tools, website design,
presentation software, and group conferencing techniques. The course
is designed principally for recreation majors with limited background
in marketing, economics, and communications.
667. Recreation Resource Planning
Overview of site-planning techniques and issues as currently practiced
by recreation resource agencies at local, state, and national levels.
Relationships of planning to management, policy, and practice; current
trends in planning and likely future directions. Extensive use of
field trips to enable students to learn how to read landscapes in
order to use natural features in design as well as to enhance visitor
experiences. Prereq: RMP 490; RMP major or permission. 4 cr.
668. Youth Culture and Programs
Emphasis on the identification of community and personal issues
youth face in growing up as well as institutional and programmatic
support available to assist youth. The course will also examine
the leadership, administrative, financial and marketing tools necessary
to develop successful youth programs and services. Prereq: RMP 490
or permission for non-majors. Writing intensive 4 cr.
680. Festival and Event Planning
An introduction to the planning, marketing, management, and evaluation of festivals and special events. Explores the theories and practices relevant to successful event planning for host community residents and vistors. 4 cr.
698. Meetings and Conventions
Provides an in-depth perspective on the planning, implementation,
and evaluation of meetings and conventions in the corporate/commercial
recreation environment. Students will be exposed to the following
topical areas: (a) trends in meeting management, (b) goal and objective
technology, (c) convention budgeting, (d) site selection and evaluation,
(e) liability and legal aspects, and (f) food and beverage planning.
Course consists of lecture, discussion, and site visits to corporate/commercial
recreation venues. Prereq: junior standing. (Also offered as HMGT
698C.) 4 cr.
700H. Senior Honors Project
Under the direction of an RMP faculty member students will complete either a supervised research or applied field study project that builds on their honors coursework. Students will submit a written proposal for approval and present the results at the completion of their project. Applied studies will address a specific need or problem of a local agency or organization. Prereq: permission required. 4 to 6 cr.
705. Management and Policy in Therapeutic
Recreation
Addresses National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
knowledge areas concerning management competency. Students acquire
knowledge of current principles and procedures for assuming an administrative
role in the therapeutic recreation profession. Issues and practices
related to budgeting, reimbursement, quality improvement programs,
and comprehensive program planning. Prereq: RMP 502; 603; 604. 4
cr.
711. Recreation Resource Management
Examines the supply and demand of natural resources for outdoor
recreation uses, with emphasis on relationships between public and
private roles and responsibilities. Social, environmental, and economic
impacts of outdoor recreation use are discussed. Current principles
and techniques of recreation resource planning and management are
outlined. Prereq: seniors or permission. 4 cr.
724. Grantsmanship, Evaluation, and Research
Emphasis on understanding and application of grantsmanship, research
techniques, and research writing. Addresses the process of program
planning and grant proposal development. Examines research methodologies
and the evaluation processes as applied to recreation and allied
health settings. Critical assessment of uses and limitations of
research for recreation. Prereq: RMP 557, 558 and senior RMP major
or permission. Writing intensive. 4 cr.
730. Camp Administration and Leadership
This course will provide students with an understanding of administrative and organizational practices in structured camp settings. Students will be exposed to the theory, practice, and challenges of program planning for youth and adult development within the recreation context of camping. This course will explore current sociological, environmental, economical and legislative trends influencing contemporary camp management.
743. Culture and Environmental Interpretation
This course focuses on the communication process and practices used by parks and recreation professionals to explain and interpret the special characteristics of cultural and environmental resource sites for vistors. Conceptual principles for planning interpretative programs, as well as techniques for analyzing and disseminating information and entertainment through various media (personal interactions, verbal presentations, exhibits, publications, and other programs) will be discussed. Delivery of interpretive messages across a variety of audiences, strategies for programming interpretive services, and the administration and evaluation of interpretive services in recreation settings will be examined. 4 cr.
760: Community Sport Organizations: Administration
and Development
This course focuses on the administration and development of participant-based
community sport organizations and resources. The course emphasizes
the organizational, administrative, and programming competencies
necessary to effectively manage these resources. A focus on problems,
and the development of research-oriented solutions related to the
management of community sport organizations will also be emphasized.
4 cr.
770. Management & Design of Recreation and Park Facilities
This course is intended to provide students with an orientation
into the various theories, design, operations and functions as it
relates to recreational facilities. This course will address facility
development, operational considerations, and auxiliary functions
that impact the manager’s role. Visitations will be worked
into the class so that students will gain actual insight to different
facilities. This total experience will be designed to enhance the
student’s awareness and appreciation for the extensiveness
and diversity found in managing recreational facilities. 4 cr.
772. Law and Public Policy in Leisure
Services
Topics including the law of torts, contracts, property, civil rights,
risk management, and legal research are addressed in the context
of leisure services and recreation resources. Public policy and
professional advocacy implications are examined in relation to legislative
and judicial systems. Prereq: RMP 557, 558 and senior RMP major
or permission. 4 cr.
775. Entrepreneurial and Commercial Recreation
Principles of business planning and development as applied to the private sector leisure services industry. Emphasizes knowledge of key commercial leisure services profiles and their intersection with allied professions such as hospitality and tourism. Course topics include entrepreneurship, business planning, needs assessment, product development, selling, financing, legal designations, and business operations leading to the development of a business plan for a new entrepreneurial recreation enterprise. Prereq: RMP 663. 4 cr.
793. Advanced Topics
A) Area and Site Planning; B) Concepts and Trends in Therapeutic
Recreation; and C) Conference Planning. Topics presented by instructors
with specialized knowledge gained through professional practice,
research, and study. Description of topics available in department
office during preregistration. May be repeated but not in duplicate
areas. 2-4 cr.
796. Independent Study
Individual study and/or research relating to leisure-oriented topics.
Prereq: permission. 1-4 cr.