• PRT 5610: International Tourism

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course investigates the influence of current trends/issues and the role of social media in shaping the demand for international tourism. The case study method will be used to examine issues from the perspective of the international tourist, the business manager, host community members, and government officials. Global tourism is a dynamic phenomenon influenced by global events, social media, and tourism demand, therefore the topics may vary. Students will participate in a social media campaign related to a current trend/issue in international tourism.
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• PRT 5620: Sustainable Pac Islands

  6.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course provides students of all majors with an understanding of both theory and practical applications of concepts surrounding sustainable tourism development. Through on site visitations and selected texts and readings, students will explore social, cultural, and environmental impacts of tourism and planning issues. Case studies from the South Pacific/South America and other parts of the world will be drawn upon in order to gain a global understanding issues and practical applications of solutions. This is an International Study Abroad program and will be offered every summer, alternating between 2-3 countries.
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• PRT 5630: Ecotourism Tropics

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course provides students of all majors with an understanding of both theory and practical applications of concepts surrounding ecotourism development. Students will engage in a variety of projects including wildlife and botanical surveys. Through on-site visitations and selected texts and readings, students will explore social, cultural, and environmental impacts of tourism and planning issues. Case studies from Central America/South America and other parts of the world will be drawn upon to gain a global understanding issues and practical applications of solutions. This is an International Learning Abroad program offered every other summer, potentially alternating between countries. Students must apply for this class through the Learning Abroad office. Prerequisites: Instructor Consent
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• PRT 5650: Eating for Justice Hlth

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Food movements are playing an increasingly vital role in the development, promotion, and success of justice, sustainability, and health movements throughout our society. From "eat local" and Community-Supported Agriculture practices to garden-related voluntourism, eating itself has become a merging of the personal and the political that can either reject or embrace a commitment to justice, sustainability, and health. In this course, students will explore political and economic factors that affect a just and sustainable food system, consider how our food choices promote or discourage justice and sustainability, and navigate the ways that our food cultivation, preparation, and consumption is related to healthy lifestyles. And there will be cooking, canning, and field trips to local farms and restaurants.
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• PRT 5680: Parks & Community

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  On-site evaluation of issues surrounding public ' private partnerships, resort and concessionaire management in or adjacent to public lands, and gateway communities. This course utilizes meetings with government, community members, and business owners to assess environmental, social, economic, and management issues. On-campus experiences include participation include a presentation of stakeholder analysis and reports from field experiences and interviews.
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• PRT 5710: Adventure/Outdoor Pgm I

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course provides an introduction to and broad overview of adventure and outdoor programs. We will examine the history, philosophy, theory, and the current state of the field. In addition, we will address career options within outdoor and adventure-based programs and contemporary issues influencing professional practice. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (PRT 2320 OR PRT 3320).
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• PRT 5720: Adventure/Outdoor Pr II

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course involves discussion and implementation of the practical skills of teaching, facilitation, sequencing and processing of outdoor and adventure activities. Students will gain knowledge of group development processes with an emphasis on effective facilitation and communication skills to promote both individual and group learning. Throughout the course, students will engage in assess, critique, develop and implement adventure and outdoor-based activities. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in PRT 5710.
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• PRT 5730: Youth Development

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  Examination of youth culture and factors shaping youth behavior in recreation, leisure, and discretionary time use. A critical review of the role and function of leadership with youth.
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• PRT 5735: Youth Programming

  3.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This course reviews the current state-of-knowledge in designing and implementing high quality programs for youth with special attention to programs in recreational settings. The course works from a positive youth development framework and covers topics involving the use of program theories and logic models, elements of high quality youth service programs, point-of-service interventions, and the role of systematic evaluation. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ((PRT 2320 OR PRT 3320) AND PRT 3780).
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• PRT 5740: Advtr/Outdoor Pgm III

  6.00 Credits

  University of Utah

  
  This is a capstone course in the PRT Adventure and Outdoor Programs specialization. Students will learn, in the classroom, the field, and on a 7 day backpacking outing, about safely leading, teaching, organizing, and managing outdoor field courses. Students will review and apply various leadership theories. Students will examine and practice persistent outdoor leader skills, qualities, experiences, training, and character. During this course, students will lead and teach each other in a wild and remote environment. Students will carry heavy packs and hike, snowshoe, and camp under challenging weather conditions. Corequisites: "C-" or better in PRT 5710 AND PRT 5720.
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