PEAC 2088 - ROCK CLIMBING II

Institution:

Western Wyoming Community College

Subject:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Description:

Students will practice climbing with a top rope, learn to use the technical gear used for protection, learn to lead and set up practice climbs, multi-pitch climbs, and safety on the mountain. Students will little or no climbing experience will have a beginning climbing refresher. After introduction and practice on gradual slopes, the course continues on a series of rock faces where a variety of problems give each student a chance to multi-pitch problems according to ability. All climbing is protected with a top rope for safety. Continuing instruction and practice is designed to acquaint each student with a variety of special equipment associated with rock climbing. Safe use of equipment is stressed at all times.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wwcc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 382-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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