Level 1 Physical Education Exercise Science
1PEX Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr J. Hammond
The aim is for students to develop the values and knowledge to enhance their own lives as well as enabling students to become confident, connected, actively involved and lifelong learners. Students will study the function of the body as it relates to physical activity through physiology, anatomy and bio-mechanics. They will develop their understanding of the barriers and enablers that contribute to their involvement in physical activities and apply self-management skills. Performance skills and the development of these will be a focus of this course.
Pathway
Level 2 Health, Level 2 Physical Education
Recommended Prior LearningHigh level of engagement in y10 Health and Physical Education and displaying an appropriate level of literacy.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 90963 v3 Physical Education 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity | 1 |
I |
5 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90964 v3 Physical Education 1.3 - Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity | 1 |
I |
3 |
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| A.S. 90966 v3 Physical Education 1.5 - Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills impact on others | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90967 v3 Physical Education 1.6 - Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90970 v3 Physical Education 1.9 - Demonstrate self management strategies and describe the effects on participation in physical activity | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.