PRKM 251 - Rock Climbing

Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 2

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): None

This course is an introduction to rock climbing techniques, equipment, safety systems, belaying, rappelling, rope handling, and environmental ethics associated with rock climbing. The course will include field trips to an indoor climbing facility and an outdoor top-rope climbing area. A course fee will be required for registration in this course.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Understand the types, use, and care of equipment used in rope climbing programs
Explain basic safety systems used in top-rope site climbing
Understand and perform basic climbing and rappelling techniques
Properly fit safety equipment and execute proper tie-in knots
Demonstrate proper belaying techniques with different belay devices
Understand and follow environmental regulations and low impact practices in regard to rock climbing.