Year 10 - Health and Physical Education Electives

Electives

Students can choose a MAXIMUM of two electives from this Domain Area

Health Education

Course Description:      

The aim of this course is to broaden and deepen students’ knowledge of the health issues currently examined in Years 7 to 9.  The course will focus on the physical, social and emotional health of individuals and families throughout their life span.  Within this framework, students will also study growth & development, relationships, risk taking, mental health, youth homelessness, and current issues relevant to young people.

Assessment:                     

This subject uses the following methods of assessment:

Research assignment

Media reviews

Reports

Exam

Pathway:                            

It is strongly recommended that students considering undertaking Health and Human Development Units 1 & 2 select this subject.

Physical Education

Course Description:       

The Year 10 Physical Education course aims to provide opportunities to learn the fundamental knowledge, skills and vocabulary required for VCE Physical Education. A variety of key topics will be covered including, Body and Energy Systems and Training Methods and Principles. A number of practical lessons will be included, such as weight training, circuit training and group fitness sessions, in which theory content can be explored in further detail.

This class involves both theory and practical sessions throughout the week.

Assessment:                     

This subject uses the following methods of assessment:

Practical Laboratory Reports

Fitness Assessment

Assignments

Tests

Exam

 Pathway:                            

It is strongly recommended that students considering undertaking Physical Education Units 1 & 2 select this subject. 

Special Requirements:

Students are required to wear the Wheelers Hill Secondary College Physical Education uniform to all practical classes.

Sport Education

Course Description:       

The Year 10 Sport Education course aims to provide students with the opportunity to learn key skills and knowledge related to VCE Physical Education as well as improve their fitness and fundamental motor skills.  A variety of topics will be covered such as  Skill Acquisition, Biomechanics and Physical Activity and Sedentary behaviours.  A number of practical lessons will be included.  These will consist of a variety of the following sports from each category:

* Invasion games (basketball, netball, AFL, soccer)

* Striking Sports (badminton, tennis, softball, cricket, hockey)

* Target (golf, lawn bowls).

This class involves both theory and practical sessions throughout the week

Assessment:                     

This subject uses the following forms of assessment:

Participation and application of motor skills

Tests

Laboratory reports

Exam

Pathway:                            

It is strongly recommended that students considering undertaking Physical Education Units 1 & 2 select this subject.

Special requirements:  

Students are required to wear the Wheelers Hill Secondary College Physical Education uniform to all classes.