ACT 114 - Beginning Rock Climbing

Credit(s): 1

This course introduces the student to movement on rock and the techniques and safety systems to set up short climbs with top-rope climbing systems. This course may be repeated for a total of two credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans’ benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Intermittently)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Implement fundamental safety techniques for climbing.
Handle and care for the rope, including tying the necessary knots for rock climbing safely.
Utilize belaying techniques, primarily for top-roping, using belay devices and locking carabineers.
Communicate between climbing partners using the universal standard communication commands for climbing partnerships.
Rappel safely.