The balancing of skier capacity to lift, trail capacity, and other support facilities is studied. Geologic, hydrologic, economic, environmental factors and other pertinent topics to resort development are also considered. This course will introduce students to basic technology regarding the care and maintenance of ski equipment. This class will provide potential rental department supervisors or technicians with basic knowledge and skills relating to employment in this department. This course is a prerequisite to SAM 200 Ski Area Operation and Cost Analysis.
Students prepare a map layout for a complete ski resort complex.
The project utilizes student skills learned in SAM 101. Students work with contour lines, percent grades, horizontal and slope distances, vertical distances, exposures, lines, lodges, parking, snowmaking, power lines, utilities, other buildings, and ancillary facilities are determined. Preliminary calculations are made for the implementation of the project. This course will cover the basic system components required to produce manmade snow. Two major types of guns will be examined, compressed air-water and fan guns.