Healthy Living: Introduction to Map Reading
Course details
Course code
Q00019833Course date
Number of classes
4 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Alastair ClarkFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
Map reading is a practical skill for walkers to be used in the countryside during real walks. However, the materials for this course were devised during our COVID lockdown periods and have proved so effective that we continue to offer the course on-line. It addresses all the key thinking skills which walkers need in the field but without the wind and the rain! We will start with generic way-finding techniques on a shared map but will progress to individual work where you can devise hikes or wanders in areas where you normally walk. For the first session you will need a sheet of A4 paper and a pencil. Later we will addsome household items for our exercises and then you will need to have access to a recent edition of the Ordnance Survey Explorer map for an area where you often walk.
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