Friluftsliv Theory 2
The course will increase students' awareness of, knowledge about and skills within different natural environments in the different seasons. The main focus of the course is to develop the students' personal proficiency and coaching competence, in addition to raising awareness related to a trip according to the ability principle.
Trip planning, travel advice, safety, anticipatory thinking, risk-reducing measures and good travel routines are topics closely linked to all practical trips. In addition, students gain insight into their actual acquaintance with nature and first aid.
The course consists of five mandatory trips/courses; Skiing and avalanche course, winter hiking, sea kayaking, coastal friluftsliv and basic climbing course.
Field cards and Safe Job Analysis (SJA) are submitted in connection with all activities that take place off campus. This is submitted by the responsible teacher in line with Nord University's safety routines.All activities (group trips, individual activities and self-training) that students are required to complete as part of the study program can only be completed after the trip plan has been approved by the responsible teacher. A trip plan must contain a model for 3x3 trip planning, risk and safety form (ROS) and a trip planning form (SARTTO) that are delivered in Canvas.
All tours lasting more than 1 day require at least one mandatory check-in along the way (e.g. upon arrival at base camp). Check-in can be done via mobile, map position (e.g. Life360), telephone, or other digital solution. This is integrated into the trip plan template/field map.
Students will receive training in the use of GPS, mobile phones and InReach in connection with conducting trips as a safety measure.
Admission to the programme or the course. This course is included in the study program Outdoor Studies (friluftsliv), and the semester package Outdoor Studies - Spring Package.
The programme of study is physically demanding, and therefore the students must be
- in good physical condition
- have satisfactory skiing skills
- competent in swimming, i.e. be able to swim at least 200m continuously
Admission to the programme of study requires Higher Education Entrance Qualifications.
Applicants who do not have Higher Education Entrance Qualifications and are 25 years of age or older may apply for admission based on their prior learning and work experience. Contact our Admission Office for more information.
Knowledge:
Students
- Have knowledge about travelling in the different types of natural environments: winter forests and wilderness, winter mountains, coast and sea, and climbing mountains.
- Have knowledge about safety, consequence-based thinking and risk-mitigation measures in relation to Nordic and alpine skiing, sea kayaking, sailing, climbing and general outdoor life.
- Have knowledge about necessary equipment, including safety equipment, and their use and maintenance related to the various activities.
- Have knowledge about guiding in outdoor activities, leadership, and managing groups in the relevant outdoor activities.
- Have knowledge about research and development work within the field of outdoor studies.
- Can update their knowledge within the field of outdoor studies.
- Have knowledge about the history, traditions, distinctive character and place in society of outdoor life.
- Have broad knowledge about key topics, theories, issues, processes, tools and methods within the field of outdoor studies.
Skills:
Students
- Have basic skills in outdoor activities in different natural environments and seasons, including clothing and equipment, orienteering, maps and compass, types of campfires and cooking on a campfire, and various camp and shelter forms, and can perform basic first aid related to outdoor activities.
- Can recognise potentially avalanche-prone terrain, make safe route choices in winter mountains, and perform basic avalanche rescue.
- Can perform basic paddling/canoe/kayak techniques at sea, have knowledge about ocean currents and tides, and can carry out self-rescue and companion rescue.
- Have good knowledge about safety at sea, are able to conduct self-rescue and companion rescue at sea, and master basic sailing techniques.
- Can build secure anchors, top rope and rappel anchors suitable for climbing activities.
- Can perform simple companion rescue.
- Are able to function as a member of a group and contribute to the group’s development.
- Can find, assess and refer to information and relevant subject matter, and relate it to an issue/research question.
- Can apply tools, techniques and forms of expression that are relevant to the subject area.
- Can use GPS, inReach devices and mobile phones as safety measures and alerts on the tour.
- Can apply academic knowledge and relevant results from research and development work to practical and theoretical issues within the field of outdoor studies.
- Can carry out appropriate risk assessments in the relevant natural environment for the activity, and adapt travel and choices accordingly
General skills:
Students
- Can reflect on how different activities can be carried out with different types of groups in an appropriate and safe manner.
- Have knowledge about the relationship between good personal skills, knowledge and energy, and the importance of this for safe outdoor activities.
- Are able to view knowledge and skills in context, and use a combination of these in practical situations.
- Have insight into how InReach and GPS tracking can be used as safety measures on trips with increased risk, and know the limitations and margins of error, as well as have insight into ethical and privacy issues when using these.
Semester fee and cost of course literature apply.
Hiking equipment is required for trips and accommodation in winter mountain areas in addition to current ski equipment. Having a tent, primus and cooking equipment will be an advantage.
Composite assessment: All parts must be approved/passed in order to receive a final course grade.
compulsory participation: 100% compulsory participation related to
- Skiing and avalanche courses
- winter trips
- sea kayaking
- coastal outdoor activities
- basic climbing courses
Represents 0/100 of the grade. Form of assessment: Approved/ not approved.
Required coursework (AK): 5 pieces related to
- AK1:Written assignments/reflection notes, are associated with sea kayaking
- AK2: Written assignments/reflection notes, associated with coastal outdoor activities
- AK3: 3-day (2 nights) compulsory solo expedition in gropues related to winter trips
- AK4: 3-day group self-activity sessions related to sea kayaking
- AK5: 10 hours of compulsory solo training related to skiing and climbing
Before all tours, the tour-plan must be passed in order for the student to participate in a risky tour. The tour- plan must contain practical and theoretical elements such as:
- Use of map and compass
- Trip planning (3x3, ROS)
- Emergency procedures and safety
- Self-evaluation and buddy check
Represents 0/100 of the grade. Form of assessment: Approved/not approved.
Home examination: 3-day individual home examination. Represents 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-F. Best A, fail F.
All.
Generating an answer using ChatGPT or similar artificial intelligence and submitting it wholly or partially as one's own answer is considered cheating.
15 hour (minimum) first aid course.
The course is physically demanding, and therefore the students must be
- In good physical shape
- Have satisfactory skiing skills
- Be able to swim, i.e. able to swim at least 200m continuously
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
NA160L - Outdoor life skills 2 - 20 credits
FRI1009 - Practical friluftsliv 2 - 20 credits