STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET / OUTLINE OF COURSE OF STUDY
School: St. Mary Catholic Secondary School
Department: Health & Physical Education
Curriculum Chair: Mr. McDavid
Ministry Document: The Ontario Curriculum: Health and Physical Education (grades 11 and 12)
Course Title: Exercise Science
Course Type: University
Grade: 12
Course Prerequisite: Any
Gr. 11 U or U/C course or
Any Gr. 11/12 O P.E course
Academic Year: 2015-2016
Course Code: PSK4U1
Teacher(s): Mr. McCann
Credit: 1.0
Course Description: This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, and principles
involved in human development. 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, and sports
administration.
NOTE: There is a MANDATORY WORKBOOK that must be purchased for this course. COST: $25
How This Course Supports the Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations: Throughout students’ time in a Catholic
school, they are exposed to courses that have infused the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations (CGEs) within
their content and approach. In this program, students are expected to develop a confident and positive sense of self and
respect for the dignity and welfare of others. The course prepares students for university programs in physical education,
kinesiology, recreation, and sports administration.
How this Course Supports the Ministry and DCDSB Initiatives:
(e.g., Growing Success, Learning for All, Equity and Inclusive Education, Literacy and Numeracy Education, etc.)
*The assessment and evaluation practices reflect those outlined in Growing Success.
* Teaching and learning strategies reflect the 3 pillars of the DCDSB Board Improvement Plan (pertaining to Teaching
and Learning, Catholic Community Culture and Caring and Student Pathways.)
1. Overall Expectations for Student Learning:
Strand: The Biological Basis of Movement
Anatomy and Physiology
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Biomechanics
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Human Performance
Strand: Physical Activity and Sports in Society
Physical Activity and Sports Issues
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Society and Culture
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Strand: Motor Development
Growth and Development
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Motor Learning
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2.
Learning Skills: It is expected that students will also demonstrate the following:
Independent working skills
Teamwork
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Responsible work habits/
Organization
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Initiative
Homework completion
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Learning skills will be assessed accurately and rigorously according to criteria, which have been clearly communicated
to students and will be reported separately from student achievement of the curriculum expectations. Learning skills in
each course will be evaluated using the four-point scale
(E-excellent, G-Good, S-Satisfactory, N-Needs Improvement) and will be separated from the reporting of
achievement.
3.
Supports for Higher Learning: Whenever accommodations are made to address student learning needs, or
alternative or modified expectations are identified for a student, these accommodations, modifications, or
alternative expectations will be outlined in an IEP and will be communicated to parents.
4.
Course Breakdown:
TOPICS
5.
1.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE
 Skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, circulatory system, respiratory system
2.
HEALTH RELATED FITNESS AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE
 Energy system and exercise metabolism, training principles, aerobic/anaerobic training, factors
affecting training, nutrition and body weight control
3.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND SPORTS IN SOCIETY
 Historical development of physical activity, societal issues related to sport, factors influencing
participation in physical activity, effect of societal and cultural factors on sports programs,
benefits of school and community activity programs, Canadian contributions to sport and physical
activity
Assessment and Evaluation Strategies: A variety of assessment tools (for, and as learning) such as: “formal and
informal observations, discussions, learning conversations, questioning, conferences, homework, tasks done in
groups, demonstrations, projects, portfolios, developmental continua, performances, peer and self-assessments,
self-reflections, essays, and tests” (Growing Success, p. 28)
CATEGORIES OF
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND VALUES
Term Work (70%)
Final Evaluation (30%)
TERM EVALUATION
15% Application
25% Knowledge & Understanding
15% Communication
15% Thinking & Inquiry
10% Culminating
20% Exam
100%
6. Important Dates:
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Mid-Term Report Card
Final Report Card
SEMESTER 1
NOVEMBER
FEBRUARY
SEMESTER 2
APRIL
JULY
7.
Teaching/ Learning Strategies:
A variety of teaching and learning strategies such as: group discussions, graphic organizers, use of technology,
lecture, role playing, research, learning centres, concept mapping, etc. Strategies will take into account the course
expectations, as well as the variety of intelligences and learning styles of the students.
8.
Learning Resources:
Textbook: Exercise Science: An Introduction to Health and Physical Education
Temertzoglou, Challen
Student Workbook: Exercise Science: An Introduction to Health and Physical
Education, Temertzoglou, Challen
9.
School, Department and Classroom Policies:
The following policies apply to this course:
This is a very intense course and it is highly recommended to attended class daily in order to
achieve success in this course. A workbook is a compulsory for this course at the cost of:
$25 and must be purchased at the beginning of the semester from the course teacher.
Any valuable items (i.e. electronic devices, wallets, etc.) are not permitted in the classroom,
change rooms, or gymnasium at any time.
If a student is absent on the day of a test, assignment or assessment date, or for a prolonged
period it is expected that he or she will be required to provide a doctors` note in order to make
up all missed work as soon as possible after his/ her return to class. A note from a
parent/guardian may also be requested.
When students cannot participate in class, due to injury or illness, alternate arrangements can
be made. Prolonged injury or illness will result in a written assignment in lieu of the daily
active participation mark. It will be based on the subject area or unit(s) missed.
Late assignments will be subject to a -5%/day to a maximum of -25%, at which time the mark
will be 0 (as per Growing Success, p 43).
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Students who plagiarize will receive a mark of ZERO.
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