PE 185RCA - Rock Climbing Adventure

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Physical abilities and strength to climb rock surfaces.

Recommended Prerequisite(s): PE 185RCB

Course Description: Provides extended learning opportunities for students to challenge themselves while focusing on safety and teamwork. Focus is on both top rope and sport climbing on a wide variety of rock types and route difficulty levels. Introduction to traditional clean lead climbing methods will also be covered. Students will have extended opportunities to practice anchor evaluation, safety equipment usage, topographical reading, route finding, climbing skills, and teamwork. This will be a three-day, two-night climbing expedition. Class requires an orientation session where skills will be demonstrated, practiced and audited. Class focus would be on continued skill development in the outdoor rock-climbing environment.

Course is repeatable.

Course Level: Lower Division Collegiate

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Participate in rock climbing skills and physical tasks to master proficient climbing and safety practices and clear communication with one’s partner as the Instructor demonstrates (ILO: Communication)
CLO#2: Review, build upon, and demonstrate proficiency in using the family of knots and apply them appropriately.
CLO#3: Apply the dynamics of anchor systems and demonstrate how to build them.
CLO#4: Demonstrate proficiency in leading and belaying sport climbs using established safe techniques of clipping, proper rope management, appropriate communication, and best practices with a partner.
CLO#5: Demonstrate leadership and climbing ethics for indoor and outdoor venues.
CLO#6: Plan for equipment and use it wisely: students will demonstrate personal qualities of proper care and maintenance for personal climbing gear.
CLO#7: Display evidence of master rock climbing skills and climbing ethics for indoor and outdoor venues.