PREE 541 Design Graphics & Problem Solving
The application of design graphic fundamentals to sustainable
systems. (3 credits) |
PREE 550 Applied Ecology for Sustainable Systems
Integrates ecology, resource management, and environmental education
to promote an understanding of ecological principles as they
relate to sustainability. (3 credits) |
PREE 560 Terrestrial Systems Education
Using terrestrial ecosystems as a thematic focus, this course
provides hands-on and problem-solving activities for integrating
environmental education into a variety of disciplines. The course
will include certification in Project Learning Tree, an internationally
renowned supplemental environmental education program, which
highlights trees and forests. (1 credit) |
PREE 561 Wildlife Education
Using wildlife as a thematic focus, this course provides hands-on
and problem solving activities that easily integrate environmental
education into a variety of disciplines. The course will include
certification in Project WILD, a nationally acclaimed and award
winning supplemental environmental education curriculum. (1
credit) |
PREE 562 Aquatic Systems Education
Using aquatic environments as a thematic focus, this course
provides hands-on and problem-solving activities that easily
integrate environmental education into a variety of disciplines.
The course will include certification in Keystorne Aquatic Resource
Education (KARE), a nationally acclaimed and award winning supplemental
environmental education curriculum. (1 credit) |
PREE 563 Environmental Education Grant Writing
Environmental educators have the opportunity to obtain financial
support through grant writing. This course is designed to provide
basic information on how to be an effective grantswriter. There
will be opportunity to practice effective grant writing skills,
review funded and non-funded proposals and explore the many
sources for grants from both the public and provate sectors.
(1 credit) |
PREE 564 Integrating Environmental Education into
the Curriculum
This course is designed to provide a basic framework in environmental
education for educators and develop skills for integrating environmental
curriculum into any discipline. The course covers the definition,
history, and philosophy of EE, interdisciplinary curriculum
design and implementation, and integration techniques. Texts
from various disciplines will be examined and strategies implemented
for integration. A diverse list of EE supplemental curricula
will also be examined. (1 credit) |
PREE 603 Field Botany for Environmental Educators
This course focuses on the development of field identification
skills and the natural history of seasonally available flowering
plants. Course information and activities are designed for a
hands-on approach to educational programming and curriculum
development in natural history, as it applies to environmental
education. (1 credit) |
PREE 604 Endangered Systems for Environmental Educators
This course takes a holistic and conceptual view of endangered
systems and their associated species. The mechanics of biodiversity,
natural and social issues surrounding endangerment, and supportive
educational curriculum will be included. Special emphasis will
be placed on the biodiversity supplemental curriculum "Windows
on the Wild". (1 credit) |
PREE 605 Entomology for Environmental Educators
Insects are the most abundant and diverse animals on earth.
Studies within this course focus on insects, spiders and other
close relatives. Course information and activities are designed
for a hands-on approach to educational programming and curriculum
development in natural history. (1 credit) |
PREE 607 Herpetology for Environmental Educators
An overview of reptiles and amphibialns, with special emphasis
on Pennsylvania species, and their use in environmental education
activities. No prerequisites. (1 credit) |
PREE 608 Ichthylolgy for Environmental Educators
This course focuses on the ecology and identification of fish.
Course information and activities are designed for practical
and hands-on approach to educational programming and curriculum
development in natural history as it applies to environmental
education. (1 credit) |
PREE 609 Mammology for Environmental Educators
This course is designed to provide students with an overview
of mammology with emphasis on current issues in mammalian conservation,
management, and identification. (1 credit) |
PREE 610 Ornithology for Environmental Educators
This field oriented course focuses on practical information
on birds and birding. Course information and activities are
designed for a hands-on approach to educational programming
and curriculum development in natural history, as it applies
to environmental education. (1 credit) |
PREE 612 Open Space Planning
The fundamentals of open space planning, including feasibility
studies, site analysis, resource analysis, and planning consideration.
(3 credits) |
PREE 613 Analysis of Professional Literature
A "how to" course in understanding and using statistical
analysis for reading and research and techniques for analyzing
research publications and writing literature reviews. (3 credits) |
PREE 615 Issues in Parks and Recreation/Resource Management
An integrative course for detailed study of current and future
challenges facing the parks and recreation professional. (3
credits) |
PREE 620 Recreation and the Aging Process
A study of the interests, needs, and limitations of individuals
age 55 and above, as they concern their use of discretionary
time and use of leisure activities.(3 credits) |
PREE 636 Tournament Structure and Administration
A study of the organization, administration, and supervision
of intramural programs. (3 credits) |
PREE 640 Foundations of Sustainability
This course explores the broad concept of "sustainability",
attempting to place the MS3 Program withing the context of the
larger sustainability movement. The many facets of sustainability
are recognized, and certain aspects are selected for more in-depth
analysis. (2 credits) |
PREE 641 Principles and Techniques of Permaculture
Design
This course is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding
of the conscious design and maintenance of agriculturally productive
ecosystems which have the diversity, stability, and resilience
of natural ecosystems. Special emphasis placed on the harmonious
integration of landscape and people in a sustainable way. (3
credits) |
PREE 642 Sustainable Agriculture Techniques
The application of low-input sustainable agriculture practices.
(3 credits) |
| PREE 643 Sustainable Agricultural Practices in Plant
and Animal Husbandry The application of sustainable
principles to organic plant production and animal rearing. (3
credits) |
PREE 644 Fertility Considerations in Regenerative
Agriculture
The application of chemical principles to the field of agriculture.
Emphasis is placed upon the goal of better utilization of the
environment through application of laboraory analysis and classroom
discussions of the crude materials and products of the agricultural
industry. Two hours of lecture and 3 hours of lab or field work
per week. Prerequisite Chem 122, 201, 200, or consent of instructor.
(3 credits) |
PREE 645 Soils as a Resource
This course is designed to provide students with an analysis
of the soil resource as a pivotal component of agricultural
and natural ecosystems. This synthesis of historic and scientific
information will enable students to critically evaluate the
sustainability of soil management systems. (3 credits) |
PREE 646 The Quest for Permaculture
Through this course, students discover their abilities to blend
a secular worldview of permaculture landscape eith a sense of
place sacredness. Course content and activities bring students
into contact with the range of historical and contemporary processes
needed to design within the local bioregion. Field trips required.
(3 credits) not currently offered |
PREE 647 Cultural Models in Permaculture
Cross-cultural comparisons of permaculture design, including
models of indigenous permacultural techniques and models employed
in the industrial world. Prerequisites: PREE 641 (3 credits)
not currently offered |
PREE 652 Green Schools
Green schools are a combination of a physically healthy and
academically challenging environment. This course provides knowledge
and skills that will allow an educator to evaluate the physical
health of a school environment and integrate supportive environmental
curricula. (1 credit) |
PREE 661 Design and Resource Development for Energy
Conservation
This course provides an introduction to the concepts and practices
of environmentally conscious design. With an emphasis on understanding
the natural and cultural context, the course will address the
environmental issues related to the development of a small-scale
design project. (3 credits) |
PREE 662 Allergy Free Nontoxic Design
This course provides and introduction to the theories and practices
related to the design of healthy buildings. The course examines
the impacts of the built environment on both human health and
environmental health, and the role of the designer in addressing
these issues. (3 credits) |
PREE 663 Alternative Energy and Engineering for Sustainable
Systems
The course will explore environmental technology and energy
efficiency as they relate to buildings. Topics will include
passive and active techniques for thermal comfort, day lighting,
and alternative energy resources. (3 credits) |
PREE 671 Sustainable Forest Management
This course covers the main issues involved in managing forests
to meet the needs and aspirations of the present without compromising
the ability to meet those of the future. Course emphasis is
on analysis of current forest management issues and trends that
attempt to address this long-term goal. This analysis includes
ecological variables, but also incorporates economic, social,
and political aspects. (3 credits) |
PREE 672 Sustainable Wildlife Management
The application of permaculture principles and design to wildlife
habitat and wildlife systems management to include habitat analysis
and enhancement, environmental needs of key and indicator species,
and management techniques to maintain wildlife diversity within
the major global habitat regions. Prerequisites: PREE 641 or
consent of instructor. (3 credits) not currently offered |
PREE 673 Ecosystem Management
This course examines the principles and practice of ecosystem
management with an emphasis on terrestrial ecosystems. An examination
of the ecological concepts and processes that underlie ecosystem
integrity is followed by an analysis of the role of humans in
shaping and managing ecosystems, including institutional and
socioeconomic considerations. A basic understanding of ecological
principles is required. (3 credits) |
PREE 675 Recreation Resources Management
The principles and practices of recreational land and water
management. Prerequisite: consent of instructor (3 credits)
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PREE 676 Site and Building Feasibility Studies
This course is designed to develop a comprehensive feasibility
study for selected land-based sustainable enterprises. The course
will include an on-site inventory and analysis, market evaluation,
preliminary planning and cost-return analysis. Three project
tracks recreation resource management, community development
and sustainable agriculture. (3 credits) |
PREE 678 Restoration Ecology
Restoration ecology is an emerging discipline that addresses
ecological healing, and this course examines the principles
and practices underlying this growing field. Exploration of
conceptual issues is followed by a review of key ecological
concepts pertinent to successful restoration of biodiversity
and other ecological features. Practical issues for implementation
of a restoration project are also thoroughly addressed. A prior
understanding of ecological principles is required. (3 credits) |
PREE 680 Environmental Education
A study of the history, philosophy, and theory of environmental
education; problems and trends in environmental education; and
relationships of environmental education to the total school
program. (3 credits) |
PREE 681 Environmental Issues
A course designed to develop skills in the identification, investigation,
evaluation, and solution of environmental problems and issues.
Students will learn how to use these skills, in formal and non-formal
educational situations, in the development of an environmental
literate citizenry. (3 credits) |
PREE 682 Planning and Development for Environmental
Education
A study of principles and techniques of planning areas and facilities
for environmental education emphasizing school grounds, forests,
camps, and environmental educaiton laboratories and centers.
Field trips are required. (3 credits) |
PREE 683 Administration of Environmental Education
Programs
A study of education administration and curricular development
for programs; duties and responsibilities of the coordinator
or director; and operation and administration of the areas and
facilities. (3 credits) |
PREE 685 Leisure Systems
A study of the various factors involved in the use of leisure
time and the leisure systems developed as a result of the interaction
of these factors. (3 credits) |
PREE 686 Management Strategy in Parks and Recreation
A study of administrative and managerial strategy focused on
the needs of a parks and recreation professional. (3 credits)
|
PREE 688 Interpretive Media
A study of various media useful in an interpretive situation,
interpretive planning and analysis, and interpretive programming
for park and recreation professional. (3 credits) |
PREE 695 Recreation Workshops
(1-3 credits) |
PREE 699 PREE Internship
Individually designed experiential learning intended to provide
the student with an opportunity for observation and participation
in an array of parks, recreation, and/or environmental education
activities in an approved setting. Prerequisite: Approval by
department committee based on consideration of student's background,
previous experience, and demonstrated readiness to undertake
responsibilities involved in internships. (1-6 credits) |
| PREE 700 Independent Study
A special study opportunity for students to investigate, in
depth, approved topics in recreation, environmental education,
or sustainable systems. Topics and credit established by student
and supervising instructor. (1-3 credits)
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PREE 740 Sustainable Systems Seminar
Discussion of contemporary issues and concepts regarding sustainable
systems drawn from literature reviews and presentations by experts
in the field (course must be taken twice). (1 credit) |
PREE 799 Research Methods
A practical course in using research to study recreation, park,
and resource management problems. (3 credits) |
PREE 800 Thesis
(6 credits) |
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