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OUT 111
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Title: | Caving II |
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Long Title: | Caving II |
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Course Description: | Introduces the student to the advanced science of speleology, with an in-depth study of the geology, biology, and hydrology of caves. Teaches the student advanced caving techniques with an emphasis on safety, and reviews advanced caving equipment. |
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Min Credit: | 1 |
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Course Notes: | Entered new course 1/31/07 s@ |
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Origin Notes: | CMC |
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Status Notes: | Was in proposal as OUT 210, changed 1/28/13 |
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General Notes: | effective 201410 CFE |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
1. Apply advanced principles of Speleology
2. Demonstrate proper cave conservation techniques
3. Perform advanced cave exploration and safety skills
4. Examine various types of advanced caving equipment
5. Demonstrate skills in surveying and mapping caves
6. Evaluate advanced concepts of cave geology and biology
7. Examine the advanced science of fragile cave ecosystems
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
II. Introduction to Advanced Caving
A. Advanced Speleogenesis
B. History of Cave Exploration
II. Advanced Caving Equipment
A. Vertical Caving Gear
B. Cave Surveying Gear
III. Advanced Caving Techniques
A. Vertical Caving
B. Surveying and Mapping Caves
IV. The Underground Environment
A. Advanced Study of Cave Geology
B. Advanced Study of Cave Hydrology
C. Advanced Study of Cave Ecosystems
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