Physical Education Studies contributes to the development of students’ physical, social and emotional growth. The Physical Education Studies General course provides students with opportunities to understand and improve performance through the integration of theoretical concepts and practical activities. Through engagement as performers, leaders, coaches, analysts and planners of physical activity, students may develop skills that can be utilised in leisure, recreation, education, sport development, youth work, health and medical fields.
Prerequisites:
- Minimum C+ Grade in Year 11 Physical Education
- Minimum C Grade in Year 11 English
- Sound Interpersonal Skills
- Participation, PE Uniform and Attendance endorsement from the HPE department
- Sound level of physical fitness
Syllabus:
The Year 12 syllabus is divided into two units, each of one semester duration, which are typically delivered as a pair. The notional time for each unit is 55 class contact hours.
Unit 3
The focus of this unit is simple movement, biomechanical, physiological, psychological, functional anatomy and motor leaning concepts. The understanding of the relationship between skill, movement production and fitness will be further enhanced as students develop and improve.
Unit 4
The focus of this unit is for students to assess their own and others’ movement competency and identify areas for improvement. They will build on their knowledge of training principles, nutrition and goal setting concepts to enhance their own and others’ performance in physical activity.
Assessments:
Practical (Performance): 50%
Investigation: 15%
Response: 20%
Externally Set Task: 15%
Important Note:
Students need to understand that there is a significant theory component to this course. 100% participation and PE uniform are required for ALL practical sessions.
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