TransfermaticWLD at Lake Tahoe Community College

    WLD 128A - Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain

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    Credits
    3
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides preparation and training aligned to American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) standards, and students earn AIARE Recreation Level 1, Rescue, and Level 2 certificates. Through both classroom and field instruction, students will learn to apply a routine that promotes teamwork, preparation and planning for traveling in avalanche terrain, safe skiing/riding techniques, end-of-day reflection/discussions to reduce risk, and effective companion rescue.