Introductory Kinesiology – PSK4U

Description

This Grade 12 university preparation course focuses on human movement and the systems, factors and principles involved in human development. Students study the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution and social significance of sport, anatomy and physiology, performance factors, biomechanics, growth and motor development.

What You’ll Learn

• Analyze the historical, social and cultural significance of physical activity and sport.
• Explain benefits of participation and factors that enable or limit participation.
• Describe major body systems involved in human movement and apply anatomical and physiological concepts.
• Assess training, nutrition and other factors that influence human performance.
• Apply biomechanical principles and physical laws to analyze and improve movement.
• Understand human growth and motor development and design age-appropriate movement activities.

Skills You’ll Develop

• Anatomical and physiological analysis
• Biomechanics and movement analysis
• Human-performance evaluation
• Research and data interpretation
• Evidence-based communication and applied problem solving

Learning Outcomes

• Analyze social change, current issues, participation and access in physical activity and sport.
• Describe the structure and function of major body systems involved in movement.
• Assess physiological, psychological and other factors influencing human performance.
• Apply physical laws and biomechanical principles to movement analysis.
• Explain human growth and motor development and apply these concepts to movement activities.
• Use research, data and evidence to communicate kinesiology conclusions and recommendations.