SPOA407 – Technical Development of Rock Climbing and Caving
Module code
SPOA407
Module title
Technical Development of Rock Climbing and Caving
Prescription
To equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely participate in rock climbing/abseiling and wild caving.
The course also provides an opportunity for students to gain appropriate leadership experience.
Programmes
- SP1004
- SP7000
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 100
- Self directed hours
- 50
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- On successful completion of this module, it is expected that students will be able to:
1.0Identify and discuss the history and current applications of rock climbing and
caving in Aotearoa New Zealand.
2.0Demonstrate knowledge and skills in relation to the safe use and care of rock climbing and caving equipment.
3.0 Demonstrate tying and application of knots for rock climbing ,abseiling and caving.
4.0 Design, construct and evaluate simple anchor systems for climbing
,abseiling and caving.
5.0Demonstrate knowledge and skills through active participation in rock climbing and caving activities.
6.0 Gain an awareness of the geology and ecology of wild caves and rock climbing sites and the influences upon
them - Content
- History and contemporary issues
Use and care of equipment & clothing
Protocols for the safe management of activities.
Knots and anchor systems
Geology and ecology of cave environment
Development of basic caving and rock climbing / abseiling techniques
Basic rescue techniques - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Teaching strategies and learning methods will include:
Tutorials
Practicals
Group work
Assignments
Web technology - Assessment Criteria
- PracticalPR80
AssignmentAG20
Competency- Technical skill developmentPRPass/Fail
