Physical Education
Physical Education
LEVEL ONE
Code: L1PED
Course Description
This is a theory and practical based course designed to introduce concepts that will be developed through to Level 3. To be successful, each student will have to maintain a variety of accurate written logs and reports. Many of the standards offered also contribute to Level 1 Literacy. This is a challenging course of study, but if you are motivated and enthusiastic, it will also be very rewarding. As much as possible we will be learning through movement in the practical setting.
Vocational Pathways: Creative Industries, Social and Community, Service Industries and Primary Industries
Course of Study/Assessment
All Internal
18-25 credits
1.1: Participating in a variety of challenging activities (5 credits)
1.2: Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology (5 credits) (Level 1 Literacy) 1.3: Performance at a physical activity (3 credits)
1.5: Demonstrate Interpersonal skills in a team activity (4 credits) (Level 1 Literacy) 1.6: Learn to break down a skill and develop it (3 credits) (Level 1 Literacy)
1.7: Risk management and responsibility in the outdoors (3 credits) (Level 1 Literacy) 1.8: Student Leadership (2 credits)
Entry Criteria
Strong consideration will go to those who have participated positively in the Yr 10 Health and Physical Education programme. This includes the completion of the written components offered in Physical Education and Health.
LEVEL TWO
Code: L2PED
Course Description
This is a theory and practical based course designed to improve and reinforce the concepts learnt in Level 1. You need to be motivated, enthusiastic and complete work in your own time to be successful. There are three standards that contribute to Level One Literacy. This is a challenging course of study, but if you are motivated and enthusiastic, it will also be very rewarding.
Vocational Pathways: Creative Industries, Social and Community, Service Industries and Primary Industries
Course of Study / Assessment
All Internal
17-22 credits
Course will be made up from a selection of the following:
2.2: Biophysical concepts in Physical activity (5 credits)
2.3: Methods of training in physical activity (4 credits) (Level 1 Literacy)
2.4: Physical performance (4 credits) 2.6: Leadership of junior students - event management (4 credits) (Level 1 Literacy)
2.5: Examine the significance for self, others and society. (4 credits) (Level 1 Literacy) 2.8: Responsibility in an applied setting (3 credits)
2.9: Examine the implementation of a physical activity event (Level 1 Literacy) (3 credits) 2.10: Analyse group process in physical activity (Level 1 Literacy) (3 credits)
Entry Criteria
Students with Level 1 PE will get priority into this course (Must have passed 1.2 Anatomy and Biomechanics). Or a proven academic record if there are places available with approval from Mr Blogg.
LEVEL THREE
Code: L3PED
Course Description
This is a theory based course with practical experiences. You need to be motivated and enthusiastic and complete work in your own time to be successful.
Vocational Pathways: Service, Social and Community, Creative Industries.
Course of Study / Assessment
All Internal
16-20 credits
Students will learn a variety of skills and may lead junior sports, train towards multi-sport events and develop further skill analysis and the ability to equip themselves for an active lifestyle beyond school.
3.1: Making connections between physical activity and personal well-being/Hauora (4 credits) (Numeracy, Level 1 Literacy)
3.2: Analyse a skill performed by self or others (3 credits) (Level 1 Literacy)
3.4: Demonstrate performance in an applied setting (4 credits) (Numeracy)
3.8: Examine Leadership styles in physical activity (4 credits) (Level 1 Literacy) - Coaching a team 3.9: Devise strategies to improve a physical performance (4 credits) - Mountain Biking/Golf
Entry Criteria
A good assessment record in L1 and L2 Physical Education is essential. Considering the nature of written assessments, it would be expected students will have proven English achievement.
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