Year 12 Sports Science & Performance
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr G. ODonnell.
Course Description: This is a theoretical and practical course that looks at Physical Education concepts such as Anatomy, Biomechanics, Skill Learning, Sports Psychology, Physiological Responses to Exercise, Social Responsibility and Leadership. All of these concepts are applied in a practical setting.
More specifically, students will undertake training programs, analyse discrete skills and explore how biophysical principles can be applied to improve performance. Students will undertake a leadership project within the school and local primary schools to promote historical New Zealand sports.
Assessment: 19 Credits
Prerequisites: Minimum of 14 credits in L1 PE / SPR or at the Head Of Department’s discretion.
This course leads to: Level 3 Physical Education if at least 12 credits are achieved.
Recommended Prior Learning
Prerequisites: Minimum of 14 credits in L1 PE / SPR or at the Head Of Department’s discretion.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
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Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity
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Physical Education 2.10 - Analyse group processes in physical activity
Disclaimer
Courses offered will be subject to sufficient students taking them up and are not necessarily guaranteed to run.