Information Package

Program of Exercise and Sport Sciences

SPS248

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES II

Course Code
SPS248
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Learn concepts and definitions of climbing.
  2. Learn fundamental of sport climbing.
  3. Acquire and applicate techniques of basic rock climbing and protections systems.
  4. Climb various sport routes in different difficulties.
  5. Climb the rock walls with special rope techniques.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionAfter completing this course student will (be able to) Introduction and concepts of rock climbing, Concepts and features of climbing equipment.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction and concepts of rock climbing,
2nd Week Concepts and features of climbing equipment,
3rd Week To tie the common knots used in climbing,
4th Week Basic climbing balance and techniques,
5th Week Bouldering and top rope climbing,
6th Week Belaying systems,
7th Week Absailing skill and techniquies,
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Sport climbing fundamentals,
10th Week Knowledge of leading and placing protections,
11th Week Special rope techniques
12th Week Aid climbing techniques,
13th Week Rating systems for rock climbing,
14th Week Kamp : Application of all techniques and knowledge in mountain for 6 days.
Recommended or Required ReadingAnonymous. (1989).Dağcılıkta Kullanılan Düğümler. Ankara:Dağcılık Federasyonu Yayını.
Crocket, K. (1990). Climbing: Terms & Techniques. England: Thorsons Publishing Group.
Fyffe, A. And Peter, I. (1990). The Handbook of Climbing. London: Penguin Group.
Johnston, T. (1995) Rock Climbing Basics, Stackpole Books Comp.
Graydon, D. (1992). Mountaineering. Canada: Douglas & Mc Intyre Ltd.
Long,J. (1989). How To Rock Climb!. Colorado:Chock Stone Press.
Peters, E. (Ed.). (1992). Mountaineering The Freedom of The Hills. Seattle:The Mountaineers.
Sturm, G. ve F.Zinti. (1986). Kaya Tırmanma Teknikleri. (Çv.L.O.Çıkıgil). Ankara:Anadolu Dağcılar Birliği Yayını.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 60
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 2 2
Course hours 15 4 60
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 2 2
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load94
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3.13
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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