Mangere College Mangere College

2 Sports Science

2SPO
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Darragh.

Recommended Prior Learning

We recommend at least 7 credits in Level 1 Sports Science or Physical Education or Teacher Recommendation or HOD approval              

       


    

A highly practical course which will extend students’ knowledge of bio-physical concepts and social-cultural factors studied in Level 1 Sports Science. Students are given the opportunities to understand, develop and implement aspects of skill improvement, training programs and personal fitness and improve their own personal performance. All our standards encourage critical thinking and challenge assumptions relating to health, fitness and sports performance concepts.
In this course students will:  

  • use methods and principles of training to improve their own fitness
  • apply anatomy and biophysical principles in a sporting context
  • perform a sporting activity to meet national standards
  • apply risk management strategies in an outdoor Education setting such as mountain biking.
  • demonstrate social responsibility through participating in a variety of activities and
  • leadership opportunities.                          

       

                           

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Course Overview

Term 1
During term 1 students will study anatomy, physiology and biomechanics and how this relates to training and movement in sport. Students will make links between how the body adapts to physical exercise and training methods.

Term 2
During term 2 students look at biophysical principles and how they can be incorporated into a training program. Students learn about a range of methods of training and principles of training which can all be used to improve their performance.

Term 3
During term 3 students will work on their skills in a particular sport aiming to improve all areas of their performance. This will include time playing as well as training and practicing. Students will get a chance to peer assess others as well as self assess themselves.

Term 4
During term 4 students will take a trip to an outdoor adventurous activity such as white water rafting or mountian biking. The assessment will then be around managing risk assessments for this activity.

Learning Areas:

Physical Education & Health


Pathway

3 Sports Science

Career Pathways

Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Psychologist, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Professional Sportsperson, Groundsperson, Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

All students are expected to wear appropriate Sports wear for practical lessons.



Trips: At least one trip to a challenging outdoor activity such as white water rafting, mountain biking or similar.