- Shape and dimensions of the Earth:
- - Land relief.
- - Geographical coordinates of a point: longitude, latitude, planes, meridians and parallels.
- - Concept of map.
- - Distance between two points on the Earth.
- Projections:
- - Cartographic.
- - Cylindrical.
- - U.T.M.
- - Polar.
- Maps:
- - Concept of map and types.
- - Scales: graphical and numerical, calculation of distances from the scale.
- - Information collected on maps: conventional symbols and marginal information.
- - Administrative boundaries and statistical data.
- - Toponymy.
- Topographical maps:
- - Contour lines: interpretation of the relief and its graphic representation.
- - Equidistance between contour lines.
- - Differences in level or slope: elevation of a point and calculation of the elevation of a point by interpolation, graphic calculation of slopes.
- - Calculation of distances on topographic maps.
- - Topographical maps in orienteering sports.
- Cartography in orienteering sports:
- - Types of activities, competitions and events in sport and recreational orienteering.
- - Maps in orienteering sports: scales and specific symbology.
- - Route layout, markers, control sheet, systems for recording passage through control points.
- Morpho-geological aspects and rock types: sedimentary, metamorphic and magmatic.
- Types of mountain valleys: glacial and fluvial valleys.
- Interpretation of orographic reliefs:
- - Morphology and orography - Lines of relief: ridges, peaks or mountains, summits and foothills.
- - Slope and hillside divides: mountains, hills, ridges and ridgelines, others.
- - Drainage surfaces: watercourses, gullies, wadis, others
- - Cols or passes.
- - Holes and depressions.
- - Other reliefs: dolines, lapiaz, glaciers, moraines, seracs, others.
- Mountain type ecosystems.
- Direct observation of plant and animal species.
- Areas of interest at regional and county level: climate, flora and fauna of different areas.
- Mountain environment and its ecological characterisation.
- Tourism in the natural environment: sports tourism, ecotourism, agrotourism, rural tourism.
- Anthropological and socio-cultural aspects indigenous to different areas.
- Environmental impact of low and medium mountain driving sports.
- Protocols for action in the natural environment.
- Environmental education:
- - Objectives of environmental education.
- - Environmental education activities.
- - Resources for environmental education.
- - Promotion of attitudes towards the environment.
- - Methodology of environmental education.
- Natural areas classified as protected areas:
- - National, natural and regional parks.
- - Nature reserves, concerted, integral, biosphere, micro-reserves and nature enclaves.
- - Natural site, municipal and natural monument.
- - Protected landscape.
- - Rural and peri-urban park.
- - Ecological and biodiversity corridor.
- - Protected wetlands and reservoirs.
- - Protective, protected and preserved forests.
- - Areas of Community Importance.
- - Special areas of conservation and protection of birds, steppe birds and wildlife.
- - Singular natural areas of special interest.
- - Rural areas of scenic interest.
- - Places of scientific interest.
- - Areas of special protection of estuaries and coastline.
- - Protected Biotope Areas.
- General atmospheric circulation.
- Isobaric configurations:
- - Isobars.
- - Isotherms.
- - Depression.
- - Anticyclone.
- - Wedges.
- - Watercourses.
- Wind:
- - Horizontal pressure gradient.
- - Geostrophic wind.
- - Gradient wind.
- Air masses:
- - Polar air.
- - Tropical air.
- - Continental air.
- Fronts and lines of instability:
- - Cold.
- - Tempering.
- - Occluded.
- Fogs:
- - Cooling.
- - Evaporation.
- - Mixed.
- Weather analysis and forecasting.
- Synoptic weather forecast:
- - Trajectory method.
- - Geostrophic wind method.
- Observational weather forecasting:
- - By natural signs.
- - Variation of atmospheric pressure.
- - Characteristics of clouds.
- - Type and form of precipitation.
- Visibility in the mountains:
- - Dew point.
- - Calima.
- - Fog.
- - Fog.
- - Mist.
- Atmospheric pressure: definition and variation.
- Clouds: definition, parts, types according to their genesis and genus.
- Action in the event of storms, fog and wind.
- Risks associated with atmospheric phenomena and preventive measures.
- Objective meteorological hazards in low and medium mountains:
- - Atmospheric: fog, temperature, humidity, wind, precipitation, lightning and solar radiation.
- - Terrestrial: rock falls, river beds and unstable terrain.
- Nivology.
- Snow - formation and precipitation:
- - Metamorphosis of snow crystals.
- - SWAG standards and documentation.
- - Influence of slope orientation on snowpack transformation; thermal gradient, humidity and wind.
- Snow avalanches:
- - Constitution of the avalanche.
- - Types: slab, fresh and melting snow. Influence of relief and vegetation on the triggering or stabilisation of the snowpack.
- - Prediction: field test on avalanche risk.
- - European Avalanche Risk Scale.
- - Action in the event of an avalanche.
- Analysis of the snowpack:
- - Sounding or sampling techniques, Arva, shovel and probe.
- - Appropriate documentation of observations and profiles according to SWAG standards.
- - Profiles and stability tests on the snowpack.
- - Hazard index based on conditions and trends in the snowpack and climatic conditions.
- - Coordinate axes: x-axis, y-axis d, for snowpack stability profiles.
- - Polar coordinate plots for avalanche data.
- - Fracture mechanics of the snowpack.
- - Fracture propagation probability, shear energy, and activation probability, structural weaknesses in stability analysis.
- - Spatial and temporal variability of stability.
- - ARVA transmitter technology and advanced operation.
- - Advanced equipment with transmitters and probe.
- Voyage planning and safe route navigation.
- Hazard recognition, risk assessment, and risk management in avalanche terrain.
- Specific mapping.
- The topographic map:
- - Contour lines: interpretation of the relief and its graphic representation.
- - Equidistance between contour lines.
- - Differences in level or slope: elevation of a point and calculation of the elevation of a point by interpolation, graphic calculation of slopes.
- - Calculation of distances on topographic maps.
- - Topographical maps in orienteering sports: scale and specific symbology.
- Angles on the ground and in the plane:
- - Cardinal directions.
- Azimuth.
- - Geographical poles and magnetic poles.
- - Magnetic meridian.
- - Heading and magnetic declination: annual variation of magnetic declination.
- Compass orientation techniques:
- - Characteristics, components, operation, types, applications and limitations.
- - Geographical and magnetic north.
- - Declination and inclination.
- - Combined use of compass and map: map orientation using compass, land navigation using compass and map.
- - Physical orientation, on the ground with the compass: determination of course.
- - Materials and elements that alter the proper functioning of the compass.
- - Land navigation using compass and map.
- GPS orientation techniques:
- - Satellite constellation: tracking of satellites and codes emitted by satellites.
- - GPS characteristics, operation, types and limitations.
- - Coordinates for GPS: taking and entering into GPS.
- - Satellite-based argumentation systems ( s.b.a.s ).
- - G.P.S. navigation and waypoint concept: set waypoints and navigate to them.
- - Combined use of GPS and map: map orientation using compass, land navigation using GPS and map.
- - GPS configuration.
- - GPS. and altitude measurement.
- Supplementary devices to aid orientation - use and applications: altimeter, pedometer, inclinometer and curvimeter.
- Orientation techniques without auxiliary instruments:
- - Earth's movements: the seasons, the length of the day and solar time.
- - References for orientation by the sun: shadow method, clock method, others.
- - References for night orientation: moon and moon phases, star constellations, other references.
- - References for orientation by signs: natural and conventional terrain markings.
- Orientation strategies in recreational sports activities in the natural environment:
- - Precise targeting techniques.
- - Shallow orientation techniques.
- - Guidance techniques with reduced visibility: voluntary error, following the contour line, reverse course.
- Interpretation of the previous diagnostic analysis of the activity:
- - Characterisation of users' interests and expectations.
- - Identification of the physical and motor characteristics of the users.
- - Determination of the level of skill and technical proficiency of the users.
- - Discrimination of possible limitations of personal autonomy for the elaboration of the relevant adaptations.
- Selection of the type of itinerary to be undertaken:
- - Identification of the objectives of the activity.
- - Determination of the start, the end and the most significant reference points for orientation.
- - Identification of logistical requirements for access, overnight stay and return.
- - Choice of the means necessary to carry out the different sections of the route.
- - Concretisation of plans and alternative routes in the event of possible contingencies.
- - Choice of strategy and sequence of activities according to the degree of difficulty of the activities.
- - Establishment of balanced diets and hydration guidelines on the route based on the estimation of energy and nutritional needs.
- Graphic representation of routes:
- - Specific graphic resources for cartography: specific hardware and software.
- - Adaptation of commercial maps and sketches: inclusion of specific symbology, scaling and dimensioning of specific areas.
- - Obtaining printed copies of specific plans and sketches.
- International trail marking symbology.
- Factors to be taken into account in the design of low and medium mountain routes.
- Cartographic interpretation and reconnaissance of the terrain from graphic sources:
- - Discrimination of topographical features.
- - Determination of routes and itineraries in use or fortunate and feasible due to the orography of the terrain.
- - Recognition of obstacles and dangerous areas.
- - Identification of constructions, facilities and spaces useful for leisure and recreational activities in the natural environment.
- Profile of a route:
- - Normal or natural profile, raised and lowered.
- - Graphical representation of a profile from its cartographic design.
- - Estimation of the intensity of effort of a route as a function of its profile and distance.
- Phases of the itinerary:
- - Time estimation.
- - Technical assessment of the route.
- - Determination of access.
- - Alternative plans.
- - Route verification.
- Sources of information:
- - Identification of the information necessary for the design of itineraries.
- - Locating sources of information.
- Complementary activities.
- Preparation of reports, files and route books for itineraries.
- Evaluation of the pathway: instruments and criteria.
- Identification of the technician's preventive functions.
- Criteria for monitoring and verification of:
- - Itineraries.
- - Safety material and equipment.
- - Communication equipment.
- - Refreshments.
- - Weather information.
- Personal and safety equipment: selection and maintenance.
- Identification of objective mountain hazards:
- - Weather: storms, tornadoes, fog, other.
- - Natural: avalanches, river floods, rock falls, others.
- - Physiological: fatigue, hypoglycaemia, dehydration, others.
- - Physical: sunstroke, trauma, hypothermia, animal bites, others.
- Anticipation of predictable behaviours and behaviours based on:
- - Characteristics of the sections of a route.
- - Type of risk activities to be carried out.
- - Possible contingencies.
- Determination of protocols for action in dangerous situations:
- - Internal organisation of the group.
- - Use of material and equipment.
- - Choice of security and communication equipment.
- - Communication: internal and external.
- - Coordination with other technicians and rescue teams.
- - Evacuation and rescue: emergencies, civil guard, mountain rescue services, others.
- Identification of the Recreation framework:
- - Characterisation of recreational leisure activity as a driving force for the development and balance of both the individual and contemporary society.
- Description of the recreational methodology:
- - Selection, timing and sequencing of recreational and leisure activities.
- - Selection of games for specific ages and objectives.
- - Uninhibited participation.
- - Preparation of game cards. Recording of games.
- - Programming of recreational play sessions.
- - Participation in evenings for the implementation of intervention resources.
- Recreational activities and games as a complement to sports and recreational activities in the natural environment:
- - Conception and operation.
- - Classification, characteristics and applicability of recreational activities in the natural environment.
- - Types of recreational activities that can be carried out in natural environments: objectives, characteristics and methodology.
- - Criteria for the inclusion and sequencing of recreational activities and games in the design of itineraries and driving activities in low and medium mountains.
- Functional structure and logistics in sport activities in the natural environment:
- - Human resources.
- - Material resources.
- - Coordination with other entities.
- Sequence and nature of standard management in low and medium mountain driving activities:
- - Information and promotion of low and medium mountain driving activities.
- - Arrangements for contracting and civil liability cover.
- - Management and contracting of accommodation and meals.
- - Transport and travel management and logistics.
- - Obtaining and managing transit, stay and overnight stay permits.
- Management of purchases in sports activities in the natural environment:
- - Analysis of the characteristics of the resources required.
- - Supplier selection.
- - Application of promotional formats.
- - Budgetary control.
- Preparation of logistical management reports on sports activities in the natural environment.
- Preparation of budgets for sport activities in the natural environment: anticipation and breakdown of income and expenses.
- Accounting management in sports activities in the natural environment:
- - Control of income and expenditure.
- - Budget forecasting and adjustment.
- - Preparation of economic management reports.
- Final deviations from the reference budget in sport activities in the natural environment: analysis and justification.
- Mountain environment and its ecological characterisation.
- Safety and environmental protection regulations for access, transit, stay, overnight stay and camping in natural environments:
- - Administrative authorisation for access and overnight stay.
- - Civil liability as an organiser and driver of low and medium mountain activities.
- - Regulation of sporting activities in nature protection areas.
- Safety and environmental protection regulations in the construction and maintenance of facilities and architectural elements for recreational sports use in natural environments:
- - Camping sites - basic requirements.
- - Staying and overnight stay areas.
- - Mountain hostels.
- - Mountain refuges.
- - Living-huts.
- - Mountain coat.
- Criteria for the recognition of specific geographical areas and the application of specific safety and environmental protection regulations for the development of low and medium mountain driving activities:
- - Typology of natural areas subject to regulation in terms of their use and exploitation for sporting and recreational activities.
- - Typology of sports-recreational activities susceptible to normative regulation in their development in natural environments.
- - Identification of environments of special vulnerability due to the impact of the practice of sport-recreational activities on them.
- Areas of interest at regional and county level: climate, flora and fauna of different areas.
- Tourism in the natural environment: sports tourism, ecotourism, agrotourism, rural tourism.
- Anthropological and socio-cultural aspects indigenous to different areas.
- Design and adaptation of protocols for access, overnight stays and environmental preservation:
- - Identification of regulatory needs for access, overnight stays and environmental preservation.
- - Sequencing and systematics in the design and adaptation of access, overnight stay and environmental preservation protocols.
- - Management of permits for transit, overnight stays and the practice of sports-recreational activities: usual processes: responsible entities, phases and processing documents.
- - Identification of resources, equipment and measures for environmental protection.
- - Criteria for specific adaptation of sport and leisure activities to eliminate the impact of environmental degradation.
- - Integration of access, overnight stay and environmental preservation protocols in the design of itineraries.