Friluftsliv: forest and mountains (IDR233)
Students will learn about the value base and role of outdoor life (Friluftsliv) in Norwegian society. The relation between historic practices and modern activities as well as how different outdoor activities can contribute to a more sustainable society. The course provides basic knowledge and practical experience with excursion planning, accident prevention and dealing with accidents and injures in water, forest and mountain terrain. Field simulation is an important tool here. Teacher led excursions and student-led trips in smaller groups provide hands on in-depth knowledge about of outdoor life in forest and mountain environments.
Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
IDR233
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
15
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English, Norwegian
Content
- History of outdoor life and its significance for Norwegian identity
- Rules and regulations
- Modern outdoor life practices
- Health, Safety and the Environment (HSE) in forest and mountains
- First aid course
- Self-sufficiency and rescue in water
- Excursions: Mountain hike #1 (4 days), Mountain hike #2(4 days), Student led trip (4 days) in smaller groups
- Indoor and outdoor climbing (weather dependent)
- Interdisciplinary activity
- Day trips in the local area
Additional information:
- The course will be conducted mainly in Norwegian, but with English translation when necessary
- The course will be physically demanding and students must be in good physical condition.
- Students must be able to swim.
- Students must have their own personal outdoor equipment.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student shall:
- Be able to explain the history of outdoor life and its significance for Norwegian identity.
- Be able to explain HSE principles in forest and mountains.
- Have knowledge of first aid in forest and mountains.
- Have knowledge of planning an overnight trip in forest and mountains.
- Have knowledge of natural history.
- Have knowledge of climbing terminology.
Skills
The student shall be able to:
- Perform first aid in forest and mountain environments.
- Perform self-sufficiency and CPR in water and waterways.
- Conduct and lead hikes in forest and mountain environments.
- Perform indoor (and outdoor) climbing.
- Use a map and compass
General Competence
The student shall be able to:
- Reflect on different outdoor life practices and the sustainability perspective.
- Organize and evaluate hikes in a forest and mountain environment.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Written exam, assignment and practical evaluation (oral)
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam | 2/4 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | |
| Practical evaluation (oral) | 1/4 | Letter grades | ||
| Egenferd+ movie presentation | 1/4 | Letter grades |
Written exam, assignment and practical assessment (oral examination). Practical Assessment:
• Students (in groups) prepare trip plan for student-led excursion.
• Students document trip with video, edit and present a film (group grade, 25%).
• Individual oral exam and demonstration related to student led excursion (individual grade, 25%).
• Criteria for trip, film, and oral exam available via Canvas
Written School Exam: 3 hours (50%)
Coursework requirements
Compulsory attendance of 80% of all teaching, practical activities, and excursions.
Excursions:
- Mountain hike 1
- Mountain hike 2
- Self-guided trip
- Three day trips in the local area
Course teacher(s)
Course teacher:
Øyvind Johannes Holtlien SalvesenCourse coordinator:
Åge ViganeStudy Adviser:
Ivar BjørnsenMethod of work
- Lectures
- Group work
- Practical sessions
- Excursions (day trips and overnight trips)
- Self-study