5. semester, autumn.
The course provides knowledge of the geological evolution during the Quaternary. Special attention is given to the glaciers and their geological and geomorphological effects on resources and landscape. The practical training enables the student to securely move on glaciers.
Introduction to tourism/Basic resources of tourism
The course is devided into theory and practical training. The theory focuses on geology topics. Practical training provides knowledge necessary for safe movment on glaciers. Classes provide the basis for further education within glacier instruction and mountain guiding. It is the aim of the practical training that the student gains knowledge about methods of how to securely move on glaciers, as well as orginizing and teaching glacier instruction courses.
Lessons, home lectures and practical exercises.
Approved participation in the practical glacier course and excursions.
Compulsory: written examination covering the theory part, 6 hours.
Voluntary: approved exercises according to the standard of the "Norsk Fjellsportforum", applicable for those students who wish to become authorized as a glacier guide.