Level 2 Physical Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Melrose.
Theory topics covered will include anatomy, biomechanics, training principles and methods, sport psychology, leadership, risk management, social responsibility, and investigating the impact of a large sports tournament e.g. Rugby World Cup, America’s Cup, Olympics. Practical activities will be from a selection of the following: rail trail, Naseby mountain bike tracks, white water rafting, table tennis, and adventure-based learning.
The content of the course is approximately 40% practical and 60% classroom based using a variety of teaching methods. Some time beyond the classroom will be required for trips and field work.
Course Costs:
A course enrichment opportunity for AS91330 and AS91333 exists where students can attend a four day mountain biking trip to Central Otago concluding in the mountain biking tracks of Naseby which would require a payment of $300 (estimate) before commencement of the trip.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction to Social Responsibility
Achievement Standard 2.8
(3 Credits)
“Mountain Biking”
Risk Management
Achievement Standard 2.7
(3 credits)
and
“Mountain Biking”
Performance Standard
Achievement Standard 2.4
(4 credits)
Term 2
“Table Tennis”
Move to Improve
Biophysical Principles
Achievement Standard 2.2
(5 Credits)
Or
“Event, Physical Activity or Festival”
Achievement Standard 2.5
(4 Credits)
Term 3
“Rafting”
Leadership
Achievement standard 2.6
(4 Credits)
Term 4
“Rafting”
Leadership -con’d
Achievement standard 2.6
(4 Credits)
Recommended Prior Learning
Students can take this course if they have either gained an Achieved grade or better in the Achievement Standard 90963 - Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity (anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology)
or if they have gained a Merit or Excellence endorsement in Level One Physical Education.
If students have not met these requirements, they can still request to enter this course via a discussion with Mr King.
In addition, strength in Level One Science would be expected along with a good level of fitness and a genuine interest in sport, physical activity and the outdoors.
Equipment/Stationery
Devices are not essential but highly recommended - please refer to the school specification requirements for a preferred device.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 23 credits.
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