PE 118 - Climbing Wall to Rock

Description:
Introduction to outdoor rock climbing by ensuring proficiency in an indoor setting over 5 weeks and to be concluded with an outdoor climbing trip to utilize skills learned. Course focuses on anchor systems, rappelling, lead climbing and belaying, and trip planning. Climbing experience and a top rope belay certification required.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PE 115 or PE 116 or by permission of instructor.

Credits: (1)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate correct lead belay and lead climbing technique
Identify types of equipment needed for outdoor rock climbing and the uses of each.
Demonstrate proficiency in belaying and climbing movement.
Identify the differences associated with indoor climbing and outdoor climbing.
Demonstrate ability to properly clean climbing gear from fixed anchors.
Demonstrate correct rappelling technique.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
3/5/2015