400
In-depth study of a special issue in leisure services. May be repeated up to six credits for different topics. Prerequisites: One of the following:
RPL 204, 261, 216 or 210; or a signed RPL minor; or a signed Event Management minor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
The organization and administration of community leisure services. Prerequisites:
RPL 118; one of the following:
RPL 204, 216, 261.
Credits
3(3-0)
Basic concepts related to master planning for leisure services; planning and design of recreation areas and sites; planning, design, and construction of recreation facilities.
Credits
3(3-0)
Development and implementation of recreation programs and events for diverse populations in a variety of leisure service settings. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: One of the following:
RPL 204, 216, 261, 222.
Credits
3(3-0)
Development and implementation of recreation programs and events for diverse populations in a variety of community and/or nonprofit leisure service settings. Prerequisite: One of the following:
RPL 204, 216, 261, signed Event Management minor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Leadership in trip-planning, risk management, and outdoor etiquette in adventure education. In-depth content in facilitation, processing, campcraft skills, and environmental ethics. Weekend trips required. Prerequisites:
RPL 205.
Credits
3(3-0)
Operation and maintenance of areas and facilities for parks, recreation, and leisure services including specialized facilities, e.g. aquatics, ice arenas, sport fields, and natural areas. Prerequisites:
RPL 204 or 216 or 261 or 222; signed Recreation Major. Recommended:
RPL 307 or 405.
Credits
3(3-0)
The development of skills and knowledge necessary for successful planning and management of conventions, meetings, and expositions in a recreation and event management setting. Prerequisite:
RPL 430.
Credits
3(3-0)
Explore the dynamics of the event industry. Develop skills in event administration, logistics, revenue development, proposals, design, planning and coordination of large-scale special events. Prerequisites:
RPL 430. Cannot take
RPL 438 and
RPL 440 in the same semester.
Credits
3(3-0)
Develop an orientation toward and philosophy of quality service principles and practices as they relate to a variety of leisure service industries. Fee required. Prerequisites:
RPL 118;
RPL 204 or 261; or signed Event Management minor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Management of federal, state, and local park systems, and natural resource areas. Focuses on environmental issues, administration, planning, and visitor management. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites:
RPL 118; one of the following:
RPL 204, 216, 261.
Credits
3(3-0)
Advanced level capstone course focusing on recreation and event management trends and issues, continuing professional development, and resources for continuing education. Prerequisites/Co-requisites: Students must be in their last semester of on campus enrollment prior to the Internship with a minimum of 24 RPL credits and have a signed RPL: Recreation and Event Management major.
Credits
1(1-0)
Student-initiated project or study of a topic related to recreation, parks, or leisure services guided by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Research on a topic of interest to the student. Topic, outcomes, and hours must be approved prior to enrollment. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Credits
1-3(Spec)