Physical Education
Year 12
Please note this subject is unavailable in Year 12 2023
Unit 3 Movement skills and energy for physical activity:
● Area of Study 1 – How are movement skills improved?
● Area of Study 2 – How does the body produce energy?
This unit introduces students to biomechanics and skill acquisition They use practical activities to demonstrate how correct application of these principles can lead to improved performance in physical activity and sport. Students investigate the relative contribution and interplay of the three energy systems to performance in physical activity, sport and exercise. Students explore the causes of fatigue and consider different strategies used to postpone fatigue and promote recovery.
Unit 4 Training to improve performance:
● Area of Study 1 – What are the foundations of an effective training program?
● Area of Study 2 - How is training implemented effectively to improve fitness?
In this unit students analyse movement skills and apply relevant training principles and methods to improve performance.
They analyse skill frequencies, movement patterns, heart rates and work to rest ratios to determine the requirements of an activity. Students consider the physiological, psychological and sociological requirements of training to design and evaluate an effective training program. Students participate in a variety of training sessions designed to improve or maintain fitness and evaluate the effectiveness of different training methods
Skills you will develop
- Skill Coaching and Video Analysis
- Understanding of basic exercise physiology
- How to design and run an exercise program
- How to run fitness testing
Assessment
- Practical Reports / Data Analysis
- Visual Presentations
- Written Tests
Pathways
Studying Physical Education can lead to the following careers
- Sports Medicine
- Sports Coaching
- Fitness Instruction / Personal trainer
- Professional Athlete
- Sports Science
- Physical Education Teacher
There are no prerequisites for entry to Units 1, 2 and 3
If you are interested in this subject please see Mr Lowery or Mr Davis