Click Images for Larger Version
You may download this chapter in a printable .pdf format.
Recreation Administration
College of Communication and Education
Dean: Phyllis Fernlund
Department of Recreation
and Parks Management
Yolo Hall 173
530-898-6408
530-898-6557 (fax)
e-mail:
recr@csuchico.edu
http://www.csuchico.edu/recr/
Chair: James E. Fletcher
Graduate Coordinator:
Option Coordinators:
Community and Commercial Recreation:
Parks and Natural Resources Management:
Resort and Lodging Management:
Special Events and Tourism:
Therapeutic Recreation:
Minor Coordinators:
Recreation:
Tourism:
Program
BS in Recreation Administration
Minor in Recreation Administration
Certificate in Employee Services and Recreation
Recreation and Parks Management Course Offerings
Please see the section on "Course Description Symbols and Terms" in the University Catalog for an explanation of course description terminology and symbols, the course numbering system, and course credit units. All courses are lecture and discussion and employ letter grading unless otherwise stated. Some prerequisites may be waived with faculty permission. Many syllabi are available on the Chico Web.
Orientation to leisure in terms of personal and social growth, leisure and recreational planning, leisure time management,
fitness and health enhancement, stress management, constructive use of leisure, and the development of personal leisure values.
Designed for non-majors. This is an approved General Education course.
Introduction to basic camp management, outdoor-related skills, and outdoor leadership in a back-country environment. Exposure
to the logistical planning process, risk management, environmental awareness/education, outdoor recreation programming, and
psycho-social leadership skills. This course is applicable to all disciplines dealing with the management of people in a wilderness
setting. 2.0 hours lecture, 3.0 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: RECR 185, or faculty permission.
Theoretical and pragmatic application of outdoor leadership strategies and techniques for the provision of safe and satisfying
formal outdoor recreation group experiences. Exposure to a laboratory leadership experience, with an emphasis on psycho-social
leadership skills, including judgment and decision-making, risk management, and the emotional, intellectual, and physiological
elements of effective outdoor leadership. Required field trips. 3.0 hours laboratory, 2.0 hours discussion. Special fee required;
see the Class Schedule.
This course provides students with the opportunity to become involved in service to recreation and leisure agencies and organizations.
Integrated learning is coupled with service in a collaborative relationship with a variety of civic and regional service agencies
and organizations. Students are involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating selected service learning projects. You
may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may
vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
First professional preparation course for majors and minors. Prerequisite to all upper-division required recreation courses
for majors and minors. Sociology and social psychology of leisure. History of leisure in Western cultures. Philosophical foundations
of leisure studies. Introduction to the principal journals and professional literature. Ethics and foundations of professional
practice. Introduction to the principal professional organizations. Career and course of study planning. 2.0 hours activity,
2.0 hours lecture.
Familiarization with the capabilities, limitations, and recreation management applications of computers. The basic operation,
functions, and vocabulary of computers will be examined. Word processing, electronic spreadsheet, and database/file management
software packages will be introduced. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200 or faculty permission.
Theory and process of program planning, construction, operation, and evaluation as applicable to a variety of agencies and
communities. Exposure to several types of programs serving different age groups, interests, and needs within a range of environments.
Recruitment, use, and supervision of volunteers. Exploration of program areas in depth: social, cultural, physical, mental,
and special events. Consideration of practical application. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Resources and needs for outdoor recreation: managing people and natural resources to provide quality outdoor recreation experiences.
Study of historic, social, political, economic, and environmental factors influencing natural resources recreation at federal,
state, and local levels. Survey of conflicts in natural resource land use. Required field trip.
Prerequisites: Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in RECR 200 or faculty permission.
An introduction and overview of the history, present, and future of the resort and lodging industry. All aspects of the industry
will be discussed, with emphasis on managerial and supervisory career opportunities and managerial responsibilities in the
resort and lodging industry. Historical developments, pioneers, and industry leaders will be discussed. The course will also
explore the complex interrelationships involved in this service industry, and stress the variety of career opportunities available
and how to prepare to be a successful professional.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200 or faculty permission.
A study of the characteristics and needs of special populations, specifically related to the delivery of leisure services.
In-depth discussion of personal and societal attitudes, stereotypes, legislation, accessibility, and activity modification.
Special populations covered include physically disabled, developmentally disabled, substance abusers, juvenile delinquents,
learning disabled, mentally ill, and sensory impaired. Learning experiences include volunteer work, field trips, guest speakers,
and wheelchair experience. This course is applicable to all disciplines dealing with special populations.
Prerequisites: RECR 200; concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260, or faculty permission.
Overview of the private sector of leisure services, including current trends in commercial recreation, employee recreation,
the resort and hospitality industry, and recreation travel and tourism. The social, economic, and environmental significance
of tourism and private sector recreation is examined. Selected recreation specialty businesses and tourism service providers
are explored.
Prerequisites: RECR 200; one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; successful completion of computer literacy requirement; or faculty permission.
Applications of science in recreation and parks management, including needs assessment and evaluation methods. Interpretation
of research literature. Use of computers for data management and analysis. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special
fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Study of the nature, scope, status, and historical development of professional leadership in recreation, parks, and special
groups. Types, responsibilities, and criteria for positions. Professional preparation, certification, and licensing of personnel.
Examination of professional body of knowledge, group dynamics, and theories of leadership. Competence, skills, and techniques
of the supervisor and other professional personnel stressed.
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
The role of citizens in influencing natural resources policy. Integrative study of factors influencing wildlife, timber, range,
water, air, mineral, and recreation resources, including resource scarcity, societal structure, economic influences, and institutional
policies. Focus on public involvement in natural resources planning and decision-making. Survey of basic principles of multiple-use
natural resource management. This is an approved General Education course.
Prerequisites: RECR 200; concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; or faculty permission.
Designed to familiarize students with the fundamental philosophy, rationale, psychology, and operation of leisure services
in a military setting. This course will focus on civilian careers that provide recreational services to military service personnel
and their dependents. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200 or faculty permission.
Theory and practice of organizing and directing programs, tournaments, and special events for sports and physical recreation
activities which are applicable to health clubs, corporations, military, health spas, and communities.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 220, or faculty permission.
Planning and implementing festivals and special events. Topics include event planning, coordination, research, marketing,
revenue generation, sponsorship, programming, media relations, volunteers, risk management, and evaluation. 2.0 hours activity,
2.0 hours lecture. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Concepts of organization, marketing, program development, program design, facility design, equipment utilization, management,
and community interaction. Introduction to trends in the business, and design and management of a successful model in today's
society.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Purpose, types, organization for scheduling, budget, recruitment, training, supervision, appraisal, tasks, tools, equipment,
vegetation, OSHA, safety, and methods of maintenance. Design to minimize maintenance and vandalism. Review of special facilities:
pools, golf courses, ball fields, camps, lakes, marinas, ski areas, state and federal recreation areas, etc. Field visits
required. 3.0 hours laboratory, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RECR 250.
Organization, administration, and management of food service in the Food Service/Hospitality industry. 2.0 hours activity,
2.0 hours discussion. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 250, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Discussion of the conceptualization of a resort or lodging business, feasibility studies, financing requirements; federal,
state, and local considerations and requirements, management theories and practical application, management principles and
practices relating to the maintenance of resort/lodging facilities. The emphasis is on the applications of principles of management
in resort/lodging operations. Issues are explored from all levels of management, but with emphasis on a supervisor and/or
middle management perspective. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours discussion. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Methods and skills to effectively provide recreation services for elders in a variety of settings; current issues and problems
involved in providing leisure and recreation services for the elders; examination of the value of recreation activities in
the lives of elders with regard to relatives and friends as well as oneself; resources for providing leisure programs and
pre-retirement planning. Requires out-of-class activity with senior programs. Helpful to all disciplines working with senior
citizens. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 270, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Investigation of destination marketing organizations (DMOs) and destination marketing tactics. Analysis of career options
and requirements. Role of affinity groups, group travel, and database marketing in destination development and marketing.
Creation of materials for cooperative tourism marketing programs.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may
vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
This course is an independent study of special problems offered for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising
faculty member. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units. Credit/no credit grading only.
Prerequisites: ENGL 130 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, RECR 200, RECR 301; one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; senior standing.
Management of parks and/or recreation operations and agencies. Legalities, policies, practices, procedures, principles, and
theory related to planning, organizing, staffing, training, motivating, controlling, evaluating, financing, and managing resources
in parks, recreation, and leisure services. This is a writing proficiency, WP, course; a grade of C- or better certifies writing
proficiency for majors.
Prerequisites: Any approved department computer literacy course.
Advanced technological applications for recreation, tourism, and leisure services managers. Use of the computer as a decision-making
tool. Intermediate and advanced applications of computer software to solve budgeting, database marketing and management, visual
presentation, desktop publishing, GIS, and statistical problems confronting contemporary leisure services managers. 3.0 hours
laboratory, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RECR 200; one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; successful completion of computer literacy requirement; or faculty permission.
Management approaches to budget and finance in recreation and park agencies and businesses; budget preparations, forecasting,
accounting techniques, and capital acquisition. Review of revenue options, capital funding, and revenue sources included.
2.0 hours discussion, 2.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Development of the ability to promote, publicize, mobilize, and coordinate private, commercial, and community recreation programs,
services, resources, and activities to meet recreation needs. Development of public relations knowledge and skills necessary
for managing a park and recreation agency, organization, or business. Covers working with print and electronic media. Special
emphasis on market analysis, marketing, and promotion. Corporate Certification available from the American Hotel and Motel
Association. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200; concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; or faculty permission.
Introduction to the study of law applicable to the management of recreation resources in providing valuable recreational experiences
for clientele of public and commercial recreation programs and facilities. Examines general legal principles, legal aspects
of provision of services by the private sector, contracts and contracting for recreation and park services, legal authority
and methods in resource-based recreation areas, and legal liability in parks, recreation, and athletic programs.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 240 and RECR 300, completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Basic course in planning for conservation of natural resources for recreation, and the development of comprehensive, area-wide
recreation master-plans for cities, special districts, counties, regional planning areas, states, and federal areas. Includes
principles of planning: problem identification, goal-setting, development of objectives and policies, assessment of needs,
resources, and constraints, and the development and implemention of programs to meet needs. Special fee required; see the
Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, concurrent enrollment in or completion of RECR 240 and RECR 300, or faculty permission.
Theoretical and applied concepts of citizen involvement in policy and management decisions for both public and private sectors
of recreation resource management. Discussion of legal mandates, agency/organization credibility, applied methods for obtaining
citizen input, and case studies.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 240 and RECR 300, or faculty permission.
Design principles and processes for recreation areas and facilities. Includes the practical experience of designing a specific
recreation area or facility and its components. Field trips required. 3.0 hours laboratory, 3.0 hours discussion.
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing, a basic oral communication course such as CMST 131, or faculty permission.
Theory and application of environmental interpretation services to visitors in natural and cultural resource settings. Communication
of environmental information to general public via audio-visual presentations, conducted trips, exhibits, nature trails, publications,
and visitor centers. 3.0 hours laboratory, 3.0 hours lecture. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 240, RECR 300, RECR 440, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Managing the interactions between natural resources and users to produce outdoor recreation. The outdoor recreation production
function. Carrying capacity, limits of acceptable change, competition, and complementarity among recreation uses and between
recreation uses and other resource uses. Methods for monitoring recreational impacts, and approaches to managing resource
quality and recreational opportunities. Required field trip. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours discussion. Special fee required;
see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 240, computer literacy, or faculty permission.
Development of economic tools to analyze the demand for and the supply of outdoor recreation, and factors affecting each.
Economic impacts on local communities, pricing and paying for facilities.
Prerequisites: BIOL 342 or GEOS 130 or equivalent.
Experiential-oriented survey of methods and materials for teaching environmental concepts in schools, communities, nature
centers, camps, and parks. Exposure to history, theory, philosophy, and goals of environmental education programs. 2.0 hours
lecture, 2.0 hours activity. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule. This course is also offered as EDCI 448.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 250, computer literacy.
Concepts of organization, communication, ethics, and policy formulation in the front of the house operations in the hotel
and hospitality industry. Introducing the basic techniques and trends in the system and equipment available to meet the needs
of management and guests. Special fee required; see the Class Schedule.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 260, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
An in-depth exploration of special populations, including individuals with disabilities and diseases. Content will focus on
etiology, prognosis, symptomatic conditions, and recreation therapy prescription. Medical terminology and pharmacology as
it relates to therapeutic recreation will be discussed. Appropriate for allied health professionals.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 260, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Comprehensive study of the provision of therapeutic recreation services, primarily in clinical settings. Topics include the
philosophy of therapeutic recreation, historical foundations, assessment, goal planning, documentation, evaluation, activity
analysis, therapeutic modalities, clinical team approaches, medical terminology, transfer techniques, professionalism, and
trends.
Prerequisites: RECR 260 or faculty permission.
The study of therapeutic techniques (e.g. creative drama, art, music, puppetry, adapted dance) used with special populations
in clinical and community-based settings. The focus is on exploring, planning, and presenting techniques in the classroom
and participating in activities at various agencies in the community. Applicable to allied health and human service disciplines.
2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
Prerequisites: RECR 260; RECR 462; RECR 464; or faculty permission.
Application of knowledge and skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating an eight-week leisure program for a special
population in an agency of the student's choice. Course topics include volunteer management, marketing, public relations,
funding, risk management, evaluation, and problem-solving. Requires out-of-class activity. Applicable to all human service
fields. 2.0 hours lecture, 2.0 hours activity.
Prerequisites: RECR 260 or faculty permission.
Study and practical application of individual and group leisure counseling techniques (students will counsel their peers).
Other topics include communication skills, leisure assessments, leisure resources, leisure education activities, and applications
of leisure counseling for special populations. Applicable for all leisure service professionals and human service disciplines.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 270, successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
This course provides an overview of the meeting, conference, and event planning industry, including suppliers and affiliates.
It is designed to provide students with basic information and experience about the development and implementation of a meeting
or conference. Experiential and theoretical information about planning and design, budgeting, and financial management systems,
measurement and evaluation and risk and liability will be presented.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260.
Comprehensive knowledge of managing customer service in recreation, park, hospitality, and tourism operations. Examination
and application of planning and management for quality customer service in recreation, hospitality, travel, and tourism organizations.
Methods for identifying customer service expectations; developing a service culture within a recreation or hospitality organization;
setting quality standards; developing policies, procedures, and systems to assure quality customer service; managing personnel
for quality customer service; developing techniques to minimize customer service problems; resolving customer complaints;
and measuring customer satisfaction.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260.
Exploration of the role and scope of professional associations and affinity organizations. Topics include mission and values,
organizational structures, board governance, typical association divisions, member services, and employment opportunities.
Students gain experience in special event planning and the development of member benefits. Partnerships with campus or area
organizations provide opportunities to apply the class material.
Prerequisites: RECR 270.
Students investigate and analyze the concept of "ecotourism." Ecotourism is first defined and then studied for its potential
benefits and pitfalls. The contexts of natural resources, cultural complexities, socio-economic capacities, and institutional
structures are discussed. Case studies from around the globe are analyzed.
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
This course is directed fieldwork for 1.0-3.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. You may
take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit grading only.
This course is for special topics offered for 1.0-3.0 units. Typically the topic is offered on a one-time-only basis and may
vary from term to term and be different for different sections. See the Class Schedule for the specific topic being offered.
Prerequisites: Faculty permission, acceptance in the Honors in the Major program.
The student, in conference/seminar with a faculty member, will define a research problem, develop a research proposal, conduct
the research, and submit a written report on the project. This will entail developing competence in a research methodology
appropriate to the field of recreation and the student's interests, review of the literature, collecting data, and acceptance
of a prospectus for a senior paper. This review will carry forward to RECR 510H, where Honors students will refine their research
and present their paper. This course fulfills 50 percent of the requirements for Honors in the Major.
Prerequisites: ENGL 130 (or its equivalent) with a grade of C- or higher; successful completion of computer literacy requirement, RECR 200, RECR 301; RECR 220 or RECR 240 or RECR 260; senior standing, RECR 499H, and acceptance in the Honors in the Major program.
Management of parks and/or recreation operations and agencies. Legalities, policies, practices, procedures, principles, and
theory related to planning, organizing, staffing, training, motivating, controlling, evaluating, financing, and managing resources
in parks, recreation, and leisure services. The Honors student will refine the honors paper into publishable form and make
a public presentation as a part of this class. This course fulfills 50 percent of the requirements for Honors in the Major.
2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture. This is a writing proficiency, WP, course; a grade of C- or better certifies writing
proficiency for majors.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 420, RECR 422, one course chosen from RECR 220, RECR 240, RECR 250, or RECR 260; successful completion of computer literacy requirement, or faculty permission.
Management of private and commercial recreation programs, areas, and facilities. Considers planning, organizing, financing,
staffing, operation, evaluation, facility use, and operational effectiveness and efficiency. Explores a broad range of private
and commercial operations.
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing, a basic oral communication course (such as CMST 131), RECR 444, or faculty permission.
This course explores advanced principles, methods, and techniques related to environmental interpretation programs and services
at natural and cultural resource sites. Focuses on developing interpretive master plans, producing audio-visual media such
as computer- generated presentations, preparing interpretive publications, and programming special events such as living history
demonstrations. Discusses the management and evaluation of interpretive programs.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 240, RECR 300, RECR 440, senior standing.
A workshop course intended to develop specific skills and field measurement techniques commonly used in recreation and natural
resources management. Field methods will be developed for use in recreation resources management and will integrate with forest,
watershed, wildlife, fisheries, and range management as well as urban forestry and urban, county, district, rural, and regional
parklands management. The relationship between techniques and their use in recreation resources management will be addressed.
4.0 hours activity.
Prerequisites: RECR 200, RECR 250, RECR 254, RECR 452, computer literacy.
This is a capstone course designed to focus on the responsibilities of executive committee members and the general manager
of a hotel. This course draws on concepts from the functional disciplines such as marketing, finance, human resource, and
operations in the diagnosis, analysis, and resolution of complex business situations. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RECR 260, RECR 462, or faculty permission.
Controlled case management process. Assessing, diagnosing, goal-planning, implementing individual treatment programs, and
evaluation. One-to-one treatment procedure. Applicable to allied health and human service professionals. 4.0 hours activity,
1.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of RECR 200, or faculty permission.
Orientation to agencies, activities, programs, and small businesses in outdoor recreation and tourism. Program development
and implementation strategies considered for a variety of settings from organized camping to entrepreneurship. Critical issues
affecting the delivery of outdoor recreation services are analyzed. Required field trips. 2.0 hours activity, 2.0 hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Synthesis of tourism as an industry, including its history and growth. Analysis of career potentials and requirements. Role
of multi-national business and domestic and international tourism. Study of tourism in selected destinations.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, faculty permission.
Preparation for internship field assignment in ensuing semester: resume and job inquiry letter writing, community and agency
traditions, mores, environments and expectations, interview methods, problem-solving, human relations, attitudes, communication
skills, positive learning and contributing. Leads to and requires securing of an internship to complete course requirements.
2.0 hours activity.
Prerequisites: Senior standing, cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, faculty permission.
Preparation for merit internship field assignment in international area in ensuing semester: resume and job inquiry letter
writing, community and agency environments, traditions, mores and expectations, interview methods, problem-solving, human
relations, attitudes and communication skills, positive learning and contributing. Leads to and requires the securing of an
internship to complete the course requirements. 2.0 hours activity.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in RECR 589, faculty permission.
Pre-assignment preparation for internship experience and post-assignment analysis of the 14 weeks of full-time experience
in a recreation, parks, hospitality, therapeutic, or special group operation, business, or agency. Credit/no credit grading
only.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in RECR 589M, cumulative overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, faculty permission.
Pre-assignment preparation for merit internship experience and post-assignment analysis of the 14 weeks of full-time experience
in a recreation, parks, hospitality, therapeutic, or special group operation, business, or agency. Credit/no credit grading
only.
Prerequisites: Graduating senior standing, completion of other course requirements, RECR 584, 700 hours of approved field experience, concurrent enrollment in RECR 586, cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, faculty permission.
Supervised off-campus, full-time practical work or leadership experience, including application of curricular knowledge and
skills, study of agency applications and resources, and public and/or private service offerings. Internship field placement
must be approved by faculty advisor. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit
grading only. Formerly RECR 588.
Prerequisites: Graduating senior standing, GPA of 3.0 or higher in overall course work, completion of other course requirements, RECR 585, 1000 hours of approved field experience, concurrent enrollment in RECR 587, faculty permission.
Supervised off-campus, full-time practical work or leadership experience, including application of curricular knowledge and
skills, study of agency applications and resources and public and/or private service offerings. Internship field placement
must be approved by faculty advisor. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 15.0 units. Credit/no credit
grading only. Formerly RECR 589.
Exploration of leisure in contemporary society; current issues and trends. Analysis of social, political, and economic forces
affecting leisure trends and leisure landscapes through exploration of current literature.
Foundations of theory and the professional organization of the field of recreation. Exploration of the social, psychological,
cultural, economic, physical, and environmental determinants of leisure behavior. Critical analysis of the growing body of
research and literature in the field.
Prerequisites: RECR 611 or equivalent, or upper-division statistics (or concurrent enrollment).
Research design in leisure studies with application to theoretical development and professional practice. Techniques include
problem solving, literature review, quantitative research methods, data collection and analysis, and interpretation of results.
Basic statistical concepts. Mechanics of the written report.
Prerequisites: RECR 611 and RECR 621 or equivalents, or upper-division statistics (or concurrent enrollment), faculty permission.
Study of survey and appraisal processes used in recreation and park management. Focus on development and administration of
qualitative research methods for gathering data. Applications of relevant statistical methods and presentation technologies.
Prerequisites: RECR 611.
A critical examination of selected theories, current research, methods, and professional practice in management of leisure
services in public, commercial, and non-profit settings. Examination of current relevant literature. Student research and
in-depth presentations required. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
A critical examination of selected theories, current research, methods, and professional practice in therapeutic recreation.
Examination of current relevant literature. Student research and in-depth presentations required. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
A critical examination of selected theories, current research, methods, and professional practice in parks and natural resources
management. Examination of current relevant literature. Student research and in-depth presentations required. You may take
this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
A critical examination of selected theories, current research, methods, and professional practice in leadership for recreation
and organizational settings. Examination of current, relevant literature. Student research and in-depth presentations required.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 4.0 units.
This course is an internship offered for 1.0-4.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. Supervised
field experience in a selected agency congruent with the student's major emphasis. Periodic conferences, and evaluation sessions
with student, agency personnel, and University faculty. Student reports are required. You may take this course more than once
for a maximum of 15.0 units.
This course is a graduate-level independent study offered for 1.0-6.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising
faculty member. Research is supervised by a faculty member and is separate from the thesis or project. You may take this course
more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
This course is offered for 1.0-6.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. Project requirements
include development of a project directly related to the candidate's area of professional specialization; writing of the support
document which defines the purpose of the project, describes the development process, and presents other related information.
You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
This course is offered for 1.0-6.0 units. You must register directly with a supervising faculty member. Thesis requirements
include systematic study of a significant problem; writing of the thesis, which identifies the problem, summarizes related
research, describes the methodology used, and presents findings and conclusions. You may take this course more than once for
a maximum of 6.0 units.