PE 185RB - Rock Climbing Beginning

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Physical abilities and strength to climb rock surfaces.

Course Description: Covers the basic skills needed to explore and respect the wilderness while perfecting the ability to climb rock faces safely. The skills necessary to plan equipment and make informed choices in a wilderness environment will be covered and include: equipment, knots, safety, training, stretching, skills and techniques, belaying, top rope anchors, rappelling and teamwork. The course will include several venues and a field trip for successful completion of the course. Students will be expected to share the cost of food and gas, and will be responsible for their own rock-climbing gear including rentals if necessary. Course is repeatable.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Participate in rock climbing and develop proficient climbing skills and safety practices.
CLO#2: Perform correct equipment checks, knots, stretching, skills & techniques, belaying, top rope anchors, rappelling and teamwork.
CLO#3: Explain proper care and maintenance of climbing gear.
CLO#4: Demonstrate leadership while directing group through challenges.
CLO#5: Display mastery of basic rock-climbing skills and practices. (ILO: Communication)

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Students will need to have/borrow the necessary climbing gear and clothing, such as harnesses, shoes, ropes and appropriate clothing.

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab (physical education activity course) hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.