Physical Education

Course summary

The subject-content for Physical Education is wide and ranging and includes: applied anatomy and exercise physiology; biomechanical movement; skill acquisition; sport psychology and sport and society. COURSE CONTENT: The content is divided into four components; each component is further sub-divided into topic areas: · Component 1: Physiological factors affecting performance · Applied anatomy and physiology · Exercise physiology · Biomechanics, including technology in sport · Component 2: Psychological and sociocultural themes in physical education · Skill acquisition · Sports psychology · Sport and society · Component 3: Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport · Sport and society · Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport · Component 4: Performance in physical education · Performance or coaching of an activity taken from the approved lists · Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for improvement (EAP)