Level 2 Physical Education
12PED Course DescriptionContact Person: S. D'Arcy.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents who select 12PED may not also select 12SRE or 12OED as an option, as there is a significant overlap of achievement standards.
Classes are made up of approximately 50% classroom theory and 50% practical activities. Modules include: Application of Sports Science Principles – Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Principles and Methods of training; A performances standard assesses in a variety of contexts (recent activities have included Ki-O-Rahi, Ultimate Frisbee, Turbo Touch and Badminton); A research based task investigating a sporting event and a Risk Management module based on a challenging outdoor activity (previous years have included snorkeling, a bike expedition and a sea kayaking trip).
Course Overview
Term 1
The Great Taste Trail/Sea Kayaking/Tramping - Mt biking/Sea Kayaking/Tramping & risk management
Term 2
Ultimate Frisbee
Anatomy & Biomechanics
Term 3
Triathlon/Duathlon
Methods & Principles of Training
Term 4
Individual & Team Sports
Research - an important sporting event eg Olympics
Assessment Information
NB - the course may not include all of these AS's but will include enough for endorsement
Level 3 Physical Education, Level 3 Sport and Recreation
A diverse range of careers involving physical activity, both being active and supporting others to be active eg Professional Sportsperson, Physio, Recreation Manager, Physical Trainer
Career PathwaysAcupuncturist, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Civil Engineer, Psychologist, Sports Coach/Official, General Practitioner, Professional Sportsperson, Massage Therapist, Photographer, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Television Presenter
Contributions and EquipmentApproximately $100 for the Mountain bike expedition/$200 for Sea Kayaking/$100 for a Camping/tramping