YEAR 9 HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SCIENCE

Semester Course (2 periods/wk)

Students develop specialised skills and abilities in AFL, netball and weight training over a semester. Students will develop an understanding of the strategic and tactical elements of the sports. There is an emphasis on skill development, individual preparation and performance in competitive sport situations. Foundation concepts of Sport Psychology and Exercise Physiology are introduced.

COURSE OUTLINE

Topics covered include:

• Mental skills training

• Methods of training

• AFL

• Netball

ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE

Students will be assessed on the following:

• In class written test - Mental Skills Training

• Demonstration of skills and tactics in AFL

• Demonstration of skills and tactics in Netball

• Self Management Skills

• Interpersonal Skills

EXPECTATIONS

• It is desirable that students maintain a high level of physical fitness and high standards of personal excellence.

• Return all medical and permission documents in a timely manner.

• Students are to participate in all aspects of the course both theory and practical.

• Students are to consistently demonstrate high levels of preparation and organisation.

• All practical equipment must be clearly labelled and carried in the College sports bag.

• There is no programmed homework for this subject. Although, if students fall behind or miss programmed classwork it is an expectation that this is completed out of class time.

MARINE STUDIES

Semester Course (2 periods/wk)

Marine Studies provides students with the opportunity to not only explore, enjoy, appreciate and conserve the components of the marine environment but also to develop a better understanding of themselves and their relationships with others. Our environment, climate and culture lend itself to having fun in the water. This unit will use aquatic activities such as surfing, , snorkelling, fishing and surf rescue to assist in skill development, environmental appreciation, interpersonal skills, safety and awareness.

ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE

All students MUST satisfactorily complete a Practical Skills Test in a swimming pool before progressing in this course. The tasks in the Initial Survival Swimming Skills Test are listed below:

• Swim Test

• Entry Test

• Survival Float

• Rope Throw and Retrieve

• Tow

Students will be assessed on the following:

• Demonstration of skills in Snorkelling

• Demonstration of skills in Fishing

• Written investigation task - Local area beach project

• Self-Management Skills

• Interpersonal Skills

EXPECTATIONS

• Students must be comfortable in a marine environment.

• It is desirable that students maintain a high level of physical fitness and high standards of personal excellence.

• All students must complete an initial Survival Swimming Skills Test.

• Return all medical and permission documents in a timely manner.

• Students are to participate in all aspects of the course both theory and practical.

• Students are to consistently demonstrate high levels of preparation and organisation.

• All practical equipment and clothing must be clearly labelled and carried in the College sports bag.

• There is no programmed homework for this subject. Although, if students fall behind or miss programmed classwork it is an expectation that this is completed out of class time.

Course Outline (See document/s below)

Assessment Outline (See document/s below)

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