Sport and Recreation (SPO3)

What will I learn?

There will be a focus on human anatomy and exercise physiology during Term 1 of this course, specifically the Skeletal, Muscular, and Cardiorespiratory Systems. Consequently, students will develop a thorough understanding of the structure and function of the human body in a sport and recreation context. This will be followed by exercise prescription which will provide students with insight into the acute responses to exercise, and how to elicit chronic adaptations during training. In Term 2, students will apply their understanding of anatomy and exercise physiology to develop and implement a six week exercise programme to achieve a specific health and/or fitness goal. This will include, but is not limited to fitness assessment and measurements for health and sports performance.  In Term 3, students will explore risk management in a sport and recreation context which will include an optional field trip to an external facility. Student will learn how to identify the associated risks in a given context and how to manage them by devising strategies. Note that there is also 3.4 performance standard which requires students to participate and be subsequently assessed on their performance in two sports contexts. 

Summary:

• Human anatomy structure and function.

• Acute responses and chronic adaptations to exercise.

• Health and fitness assessment protocols and procedures.

• Introduction to exercise prescription.

• Safety management.

Note: This course primarily consists of Unit Standards. The only Achievement Standards which contribute towards University Entrance are AS91504 (3.7) 'Safety Management' and AS91501 (3.4) 'Sports Performance'.

How will this course be assessed?

Students will be assessed through a range of Unit Standard and Achievement Standard assessments.

Unit Standards:

30447: Demonstrate basic knowledge of anatomical structures and physiological responses to exercise. (V1) Level 3 (5-credits).

30935: Develop and implement an exercise plan for personal physical fitness. (V1) Level 3 (5-credits).

Achievement Standards:

AS91504 (3.7): Analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety management strategies (V2) Level 3 (3

A91501 (3.4): Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting (V2) Level 3 (4Cr)

Note: Another Unit Standard will to be confirmed for 2025.

Will there be any FAO?  (Further Assessment Opportunities)

An FAO will be offered for AS91501 (3.4): Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting.