SPOA408 – Technical Development of Water and Bush Pursuits
Module code
SPOA408
Module title
Technical Development of Water and Bush Pursuits
Prescription
To provide students with the knowledge and skills for safe participation in adventure activities in both the Aotearoa New Zealand Bush and Canoeing / Kayaking
The course also provides an opportunity for students to gain appropriate leadership experience.
Programmes
- SP1004
- SP7000
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 100
- Self directed hours
- 50
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to:
1.0Identify and discuss the history and current application for bushcraft and kayaking / canoeing in Aotearoa New Zealand.
2.0Demonstrate knowledge of equipment for the Bush and Kayaking / canoeing.
3.0Identify and discuss the selection of food and drink for extended periods of adventure activity.
4.0Demonstrate appropriate skills for tramping and camp craft skills
5.0Demonstrate skills and knowledge for navigation in wilderness areas.
6.0Identify and demonstrate knowledge of water safety and safe river crossing
7.0Demonstrate skills and techniques for kayaking / canoeing on flat bodied water and rivers up to grade 3 - Content
- History and contemporary issues
Use and care of clothing and equipment
Selection and preparation of food and drinks
Protocols for the safe management of bush and water activities.
Tramping / bush gliding techniques
Camping skills
Water safety & river crossing Navigation skills
Boating and paddling techniques
Flat water rescue techniques
Natural waterway environments - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Teaching strategies and learning methods will include:
Lectures
Tutorials / Workshops
Practical Fieldwork
Practical Fieldwork reports
Web technology - Assessment Criteria
- PracticalsPR70
AssignmentAG30
Competency - Technical skill developmentPRPass/Fail
