Dufferin-Peel CDSB - Holy Name of Mary Catholic Secondary School

PSE 4U1: Exercise Science,Grade 12,University Preparation

Course Description
This course focuses on the study of human movement and of the systems, factors and principles involved in human movement. Students will learn about the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution of physical activity and sports and the factors that influence an individual’s participation in physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Recreation, Sports Administration, and Health Sciences. In addition, this course aims to foster enthusiasm for an active and healthy lifestyle and to emphasize the importance of effective lifestyle practices.

Strand

Overall Expectations

The Biological Basis of Movement

describe the structure and function of the body and of physiological principles relating to human performance;
demonstrate an understanding of biomechanical principles related to improving movement;
demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which nutrition and training principles affect human performance.

Motor Development

demonstrate an understanding of individual differences in performance, growth, and development;
demonstrate an understanding of the principles of motor learning.

Physical Activity and Sports in Society

describe the evolution of physical activity and sports;
analyse the relationship of society and culture to sports and physical activity.

Course Outline
Unit One: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Unit Two: Human Performance and Biomechanics
Unit Three: Motor Learning and Skills Development
Unit Four: The Evolution of Physical Activity and Sport
Unit Five: Social Issues in Physical Activity and Sport

PSE 4U1 – MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS
The following assignments will be completed throughout the year in there respective units (all assignments may be subject to change).

Scrap Book (Stretches and Exercises)
Joint Model Project and Presentation
Muscle Fibre Construction Project
Nutrition Assignment (Tracking & Analysis)
Biomechanics Video Analysis
Article Summary and Report
Case Study (Year End)

Strand	Overall Expectations
The Biological Basis of Movement	describe the structure and function of the body and of physiological principles relating to human performance; demonstrate an understanding of biomechanical principles related to improving movement; demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which nutrition and training principles affect human performance.
Motor Development	demonstrate an understanding of individual differences in performance, growth, and development; demonstrate an understanding of the principles of motor learning.
Physical Activity and Sports in Society	describe the evolution of physical activity and sports; analyse the relationship of society and culture to sports and physical activity.