Courses in Parks, Recreation and Tourism (PRT)

PRT 001 - Intro to Recreation Management

Introduction to the broad field of outdoor recreation and tourism, including history, philosophy, current issues, career opportunities, and the Parks, Recreation and Tourism Program.

Credits: 1

PRT 050 - Tourism Planning

Examination of tourism including its economic, environmental, and social effects. Emphasis on planning to maintain the integrity of tourist regions.

Credits: 3

PRT 138 - Park & Recreation Design

Recreation design methodology applied to the design of public and private recreational facilities.

Credits: 0 to 4

PRT 152 - Forest Resource Values

History, methods, and current issues associated with the nonmarket and market values of forest-based resources, including aesthetics, wildlife, recreation, water, and timber. Prerequisite: EC 012 or CDAE 061. Same as FOR 152.

Credits: 3

PRT 153 - Recreation Admin & Operations

Administration and operation of outdoor recreation agencies and businesses. Special emphasis on recreation administrative structures, personnel management, and maintenance of parks and outdoor recreation areas. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing.

Credits: 3

PRT 157 - Ski Area Management

A study of the management and operating functions of ski areas and resorts in Vermont, with applicability across the North American ski industry. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing.

Credits: 0 to 4

PRT 158 - Resort Mgmt & Marketing

Study of the management of year-round resort facilities. Emphasis on resort marketing, internal support functions, and associated recreational facilities. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing.

Credits: 3

PRT 188 - Special Topics

Independent study. Prerequisite: Junior standing, Instructor permission.

Credits: 1 to 3

PRT 191 - Parks, Rec & Tourism Practicum

Supervised field experience in national, state, urban, or private park and recreation operations. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing in Parks, Recreation and Tourism.

Credits: 1 to 6

PRT 230 - Ecotourism

Study of nature-based travel emphasizing international destinations. Examination of ecotourism as a tool for preservation and economic development. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing.

Credits: 3

PRT 235 - Outdoor Recreation Planning

Planning large land areas for outdoor recreation use. Emphasis on the planning process relative to the leisure time use of natural resources. Prerequisite: Advanced standing in Parks, Recreation and Tourism or Instructor permission.

Credits: 3

PRT 240 - Park and Wilderness Management

History, philosophy, and management of wilderness, national parks, and related areas. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing in Parks, Recreation and Tourism.

Credits: 3

PRT 255 - Environmental Interpretation

Philosophy, principles, and techniques of communicating environmental values, natural history processes, and cultural features to recreation visitors through the use of interpretive media. Prerequisite: Advanced standing in Parks, Recreation and Tourism or Instructor permission.

Credits: 3

PRT 258 - Entrepreneurship Rec&Tourism

Study of entrepreneurial theories, concepts, and practices and their application to recreation and tourism. Emphasis on preparation of individual business plans. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing in Parks, Recreation and Tourism or Instructor permission.

Credits: 3

PRT 299 - Parks, Rec and Tourism Honors

Honors project dealing with management of outdoor recreation and tourism. Prerequisite: By application only; see program chair.

Credits: 3 to 6