Precluded combinations with current MHS SACE subjects: None
Course Description: Students gain an understanding of human functioning and physical activity, and an awareness of the community structures and practices that influence participation in physical activity.
They explore their own physical capacities and analyse performance, health, and lifestyle issues. Students develop skills in communication, investigation, and the ability to apply knowledge to practical situations.
Topics Included: Practical Skills and Applications of three sports:
Sports are subject to consultation but usually include 3 of the following: Badminton, Aquatics (Kayaking, Windsurfing and Sailing), Touch and Volleyball. Each sport comprises of 18 hours study.
Principles and Issues include two modules: Exercise Physiology and Physical Activity
Energy Sources for Physical Performance
Training and Evaluation of Physical Performance
Physiological Factors Affecting
Performance Skill acquisition and Biomechanics of Movement
How Skill is Acquired
Specific Factors Affecting Learning
Psychology of Learning and Performance of Physical Skills
Length of course: Full year
Credit points and TAS status: 20 Credit TAS
Recommended Background: Satisfactory completion of Stage 1 Physical Education A and/or Stage 1 Physical Education B
Precluded combinations with current MHS SACE subjects:
None
Course Description:
Students gain an understanding of human functioning and physical activity, and an awareness of the community structures and practices that influence participation in physical activity.
They explore their own physical capacities and analyse performance, health, and lifestyle issues. Students develop skills in communication, investigation, and the ability to apply knowledge to practical situations.
Topics Included:
Practical Skills and Applications of three sports:
Sports are subject to consultation but usually include 3 of the following: Badminton, Aquatics (Kayaking, Windsurfing and Sailing), Touch and Volleyball. Each sport comprises of 18 hours study.
Principles and Issues include two modules:
Exercise Physiology and Physical Activity
Performance Skill acquisition and Biomechanics of Movement
Assessment:
Additional Costs:
Further information on post school pathways: