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RECM 0071 - Rock Climbing

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as PHED 77 Hours: 54 (18 lecture, 36 activity) Description: Covers various aspects of climbing including: how to use rope systems and other climbing gear safely, how to tie and use various knots, belaying techniques, call signals, balance, climbing techniques, footwork, flexibility, and rappelling. Students should be ambulatory and in good health to complete the required field trips. Entrance and transportation fees may be required. (CSU, UC-with unit limitation) Units 2 Lecture-Discussion 18 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 36 Course Student Learning Outcomes Explain basic climbing safety techniques and responsibilities. Compare and contrast the various types of knot tying techniques of rock climbing. Differentiate basic rock climbing rating system techniques. Demonstrate fundamental handholds when climbing a steep face wall. Demonstrate proper anchoring techniques. Course Content Outline I. Getting Started and Staying Safe A. Getting Educated B. Start-up Cost C. Responsibilities D. Staying Alive II. The Climbing Game A. History of Climbing B. Rating Climbing Difficulty C. Types of Climbing III. Face Climbing Skills A. Footwork B. Handholds C. Movement: The Upward Flow D. Slab Climbing E. Steep Face Climbing IV. Crack Climbing Skills A. Finger Cracks B. Off-Finger Cracks C. Hand Cracks D. Fist Jamming V. Ropes, Anchors, and Belays A. Rope B. Webbing C. Connecting the Climber to the Rope VI. Getting Down A. Downclimbing B. Rappelling C. Rigging the Rappel VII. The Art of Leading A. The First Lead B. Guidebooks C. Calm Yourself VIII. Sport Climbing A. Life at the Sports Crag B. Lowering C. Style IX. Training for Climbing A. Bouldering B. Top Roping C. Climbing Gyms D. Flexibility Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Estimate rock climbing financial responsibilities. 2. Interpret basic climbing safety techniques and responsibilities. 4. Assess fundamental handholds when climbing a steep face wall. 5. Analyze crack climbing skills. 6. Analyze different climbing style types. Activity Objectives: 1. Differentiate basic rock climbing rating system techniques. 2. Interpret finger crack climbing and fist jamming techniques. 3. Construct proper anchoring techniques. 4. Compare and contrast various types of rock climbing techniques. 5. Apply proper footwork techniques. 6. Examine methods of rigging and rappelling. Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Objective Examinations Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read the chapter on the basic safety for climbers and be prepared to discuss specific safety elements and their significance when rock climbing. 2. Read a chapter on the history of rock climbing and be prepared to discuss the evolution of this sport. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Keep a journal making at least two entries per week, documenting thoughts and application of safety principles and rock climbing techniques. This documentation work will allow students a reference for continued safety and climbing performance. 2. Read and respond to questions posted on the discussion board. Example: Compare and contrast indoor rock climbing verses outdoor rock climbing with regard to safety, equipment, and cost. This will give students a realistic reference about rock climbing safety indoors versus outdoor rock climbing. And give students a range of cost between indoor verses outdoor rock climbing. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Activity Lecture/Discussion Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.