PE 1643

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PE 1643
Introduction to Routesetting

Course information provided by the 2024-2025 Catalog. Courses of Study 2024-2025 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

Intro to Routesetting is meant for the climber who has significant climbing experience and is interested in the process of creating climbing movement on the wall. Through this course you will learn how to use industry standard tools and practices to create fun, safe, and aesthetic bouldering problems. Attention will be given to safety precautions, both for the setter and for the climber, hold selection and attachment, giving and receiving feedback during forerunning, and editing your work to achieve your goals. Time permitting, an introduction to Working at Height may also be covered.


Fees Course fee: $325.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2024SP

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Satisfies Requirement Satisfies PE requirement if taken as PE. Students may miss one class and still receive PE credit.

Comments Prerequisite: at least 1 year of rock climbing regularly with a focus on bouldering at the V4 (LCC Green tape) level. This class takes place at the Lindseth Climbing center. For more information (dates, drop deadline, supplies list, etc.) please visit the Cornell Outdoor Education website.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 12090 PE 1643   LEC 001

    • Su
    • Feb 9 - Mar 23, 2025

    • Giblin, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $325. Prerequisite: At least 1 year of rock climbing regularly with a focus on bouldering at the V4 (LCC Green tape) level. Please obtain instructor consent to add this class: anm67.
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 administrative fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Cornell Outdoor Education courses, including the Fee Waiver Application for a free or reduced course, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/pe-courses/enrollment-policies.

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