PE 1640

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  • Schedule of Classes - April 13, 2026 10:10AM EDT

PE 1640
Basic Rock Climbing

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

We will introduce you to rock climbing movement and techniques, belaying, equipment, knots, rappelling, and safety. Courses ensure a high degree of individual attention and a supportive space to explore the vertical world! Graduates of this course will have the knowledge and skills to push themselves to new challenges while climbing safely and responsibly.


Fees Course fee, $373. for instruction, climbing pass, and gear rentals.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025FA, 2025SU, 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1550 PE 1640   LEC 001

  •  
    • M
    • Aug 31 - Nov 23, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. Fee includes a climbing pass and free gear rentals for semester. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. This section (001) of Basic Rock has a requirement group to prioritize first-years for enrollment.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1551 PE 1640   LEC 002

  •  
    • T
    • Sep 1 - Nov 17, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1552 PE 1640   LEC 005

  •  
    • R
    • Sep 3 - Nov 12, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1553 PE 1640   LEC 006

  •  
    • R
    • Sep 3 - Nov 12, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1554 PE 1640   LEC 007

  •  
    • R
    • Sep 3 - Nov 12, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1555 PE 1640   LEC 008

  •  
    • F
    • Sep 4 - Nov 20, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1556 PE 1640   LEC 009

  •  
    • S
    • Sep 12 - Oct 3, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • S
    • Oct 17 - Nov 14, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $373. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall.
    Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. Attendance is required. For policies pertaining to absences and Cornell Outdoor Education policies and the Fee Assistance Application, please see https://scl.cornell.edu/sub/coe/pe-courses.