ODAL 332 - AIARE Level 1 and Backcountry Skills

(1 units)

This field-based course describes a framework for decision-making and risk management in avalanche terrain. Successful students will receive a nationally recognized American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) Level 1 certificate.

NOTE: Students should be able to descend black diamond terrain in variable snow conditions and should be prepared with equipment to travel in the backcountry, i.e. split board/skins or skis/skins.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify and differentiate avalanche types, avalanche terrain, and avalanche travel techniques.
2. Demonstrate companion rescue.
3. Explore the winter backcountry using the AIARE risk management framework to make terrain choices in a group setting.

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