Physical Education Unit 1: The Human Body in Motion

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this unit.

Course Description

In this unit, students explore how the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems work together to produce movement. Students investigate the role and function of the main structures in each system and how they respond to movement. Through participation in practical activities, students explore and analyse the relationships between the body systems and movement, and how these systems interact and respond at various intensities.

Students investigate possible conditions and injuries associated with the musculoskeletal system and recommend and implement strategies to minimise and manage such injuries and conditions. They consider the ethical implications of using permitted and prohibited practices to improve the performance of the body systems, evaluating perceived physiological benefits and describing potential harms.

Areas of Study

How does the musculoskeletal system work to produce movement?

Muscular and skeletal systems of the human body and how the muscles and bones work together to produce movement.
Explore, from a biophysical perspective, the major components of the musculoskeletal system and its contributions and interactions during physical activity, sport and exercise.
Causes of illness and injury to the musculoskeletal system are investigated.
Strategies and aids to assist in the prevention and management of such conditions are also explored.
Students consider a variety of permitted and prohibited substances and methods used to enhance performance of the musculoskeletal system.

What role does the cardiorespiratory system play in movement?

Students investigate the cardiovascular and respiratory systems of the human body and how the heart, blood vessels and lungs function at rest and during physical activity.
Through practical activities, students explore the structures and function of the cardiorespiratory system and the contributions and interactions of each system during physical activity, sport and exercise at various intensities.
The impacts of regular aerobic exercise on the functioning of these systems are also examined.
Students consider a variety of permitted and prohibited substances and methods used to enhance performance of the cardiorespiratory system.
They also explore the ethical and sociocultural considerations of using permitted and prohibited performance-enhancing substances and methods.

Assessment

Outcomes	Assessment Tasks
	(school-assessed coursework)
Collect and analyse information from a variety of practical activities to explain how the musculoskeletal system functions and evaluate the ethical and performance implications of performance enhancement practices.	A written report analysing participation in at least 4 physical activities that demonstrates the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical application of how the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems work together. And At least one task each for Outcomes 1 and 2, selected from the following: A practical laboratory report linking key knowledge and key skills to a practical activity or practical activities A case study analysis A visual presentation such as an annotated poster, a concept/mind map, or a digital presentation (including physical simulation) An oral presentation such as a podcast or debate.
Collect and analyse information from practical activities to explain how the cardiovascular and respiratory systems function and discuss ethical and performance implications of performance enhancement practices.

Overall Final Assessment

And of Semester Examination – 1.5 hours.