Maricopa Community Colleges  REC155AC   20066-20076 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/22/05
REC155AC 20066-20076 L+L 1 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Outdoor Rock Climbing
Basic outdoor rock climbing skills. Includes belaying, climbing techniques, rope systems and anchor systems.
Prerequisites: None.
Course Note: May be repeated for a total of four (4) credits.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
REC155AC   20066-20076 Outdoor Rock Climbing
1. Describe and employ interpersonal skills required of an effective group/team member. (I, II)
2. Describe and demonstrate effective trip planning skills. (I, II)
3. Select and use appropriate equipment to ensure safe outdoor rock climbing. (I, II)
4. Describe and apply the Leave No Trace principles of outdoor ethics. (I, II)
5. Demonstrate and practice safe backcountry outdoor rock climbing skills. (II)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
REC155AC   20066-20076 Outdoor Rock Climbing
    I. Pre-Trip Planning
        A. Group building
        B. Trip logistics
        C. Equipment selection
        D. Leave No Trace principles
      II. Canyon Travel
          A. Rope systems
          B. Navigation
          C. Safety systems
          D. Proper belaying
          E. Escape route detection
          F. Climbing techniques
          G. Anchor systems
          H. Rescue skills
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