PED 184 - Ice Climbing II

Institution:

SUNY College at Plattsburgh

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Description:

Follow-up course to Ice Climbing I, this course pursues the next steps in the progression to more challenging movement techniques and practice with top-rope climbing systems. In addition to climbing on steep terrain and mixed conditions, PED 184 includes practice with rappel techniques and the use of friction hitches for self-belay, among other techniques. Pass/Fail grade based on participation. (Winter, Spring). Prerequisite or Corequisite: PED183 or equivalent top-rope experience on water ice.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.plattsburgh.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 564-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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