SAM 105 — Ski Area Maps
This course is a prerequsite to SAM200 Ski Area Operation and Cost Analysis. Students prepare a map layout of a complete ski resort complex. The project utilizes student skills learned in SAM101. 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.