Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

1. Anatomy & Physiology: The Skeletal and Muscular Systems, Joints and Movement, The Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems, Energy Systems, Altitude/Heat and the Effects on the Body. 2. Diet, Nutrition and Performance: Components of Diet, Ergogenic Aids, Drugs in Sport. 3. Biomechanics: Levers and Forces, Angular and Linear Motion, Projectile Motion, Movement Analysis with Technology. 4 Training Methods: Types of Training, Aerobic, Flexibility, Strength, Training and its Effect on Diseases. 5 Skill Acquisition: Skill Classification and Learning, Guidance and Feedback, Psychological, Personality and Aggression, Arousal and Motivation, Group Dynamics. 6 Socio-cultural Issues in Physical Activity and Sport Contemporary issues in sport: Sport and Society, Evolution of Sport, The Media and Commercialisation, Modern Technology.