OEL 166 - Intro to Alpine Climbing

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

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Description:

The Alpine Climbing course is designed for students with indoor/ outdoor climbing experience interested in beginning to climb in the alpine setting. Students will learn travel and risk management techniques in 3rd, 4th and 5th class terrain, refine artificial protection placement and anchor construction skills, various methods of decent, mountain weather observation and hazard evaluation. This course will include both classroom and field time. The primary objectives are to provide a foundation for students looking to transfer their climbing skills into the mountains, and to develop the ability to navigate technical mountain terrain.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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