PE 1640

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 31, 2025 7:07PM EDT

PE 1640
Basic Rock Climbing

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 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, $355. For instruction. Course fee includes climbing pass and free gear rentals for the semester.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2025SU, 2025SP, 2024FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2165 PE 1640   LEC 001

  •  
    • M
    • Feb 2 - Apr 27, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2166 PE 1640   LEC 002

  •  
    • T
    • Jan 27 - Apr 21, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2167 PE 1640   LEC 005

  •  
    • R
    • Jan 29 - Mar 5, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Mar 19 - Mar 26, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Apr 9 - Apr 23, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2168 PE 1640   LEC 006

  •  
    • R
    • Jan 29 - Mar 5, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Mar 19 - Mar 26, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Apr 9 - Apr 23, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2169 PE 1640   LEC 007

  •  
    • R
    • Jan 29 - Mar 5, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Mar 19 - Mar 26, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • R
    • Apr 9 - Apr 23, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2170 PE 1640   LEC 008

  •  
    • F
    • Jan 30 - Mar 6, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • F
    • Mar 20, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • F
    • Apr 10 - May 1, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    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.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  2171 PE 1640   LEC 009

  •  
    • S
    • Feb 7, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • S
    • Feb 21 - Mar 7, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • S
    • Mar 21, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

    • S
    • Apr 11 - May 2, 2026

    • McLaughlin, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course fee: $355. The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, located in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary!
    Drop Deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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.