PE 124 - Intermediate Rock Climbing

1 CR

Introduces experienced climbers to skills necessary for sport lead climbing. Site assessment, lead climbing equipment, rappel techniques and safety issues will be discussed. Grade Scale: A (4.0)/ Satisfactory (2.0)/ Unsatisfactory (0.0).

Prerequisite(s): PE 114 or permission of instructor.

Course Outcomes

Identify various styles of climbing.
Identify safety issues relating to basic skills, equipment, and site assessment.
Properly set up and control the rope to protect the lead climber.
Demonstrate proper climbing procedures for the sport lead climber.
Identify the components of a SRENE top-rope anchor.
Set up and establish back-ups to complete a rappel.
Prepare a site assessment and identify safety issues at an unfamiliar climbing site.

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