Sports, Exercise and Health Science

Course Outline
Course Description:
SEHS incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and
nutrition, which are studied in the context of sport, exercise and health. Students will cover a range of core and
option topics and carryout practical (experimental) investigations in both laboratory and field settings. This
will provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and understanding necessary to apply scientific
principles and critically analyze human performance. (SEHS IB Guide)

 This Standard Level (SL) course lies within Group 4 Experimental Sciences. Group 4 students explore
the concepts, theories, models and techniques that underpin each subject area and through these
develop their understanding of the scientific method.

 SEHS students will participate in a compulsory group 4 project. This collaborative and interdisciplinary
exercise provides an opportunity for students to explore scientific solutions to global questions.

 The SEHS course follows the group 4 SL curriculum model; a core syllabus and a choice of four options.
Students are required to spend 40 hours on practical / investigative work.

Core Topics Covered in Class: (Not taught in this order)

Topic 1: Anatomy Topic 4: Movement Analysis

1.1 - The Skeletal System 4.1- Neuromuscular function
1.2 - The Muscular System 4.2- Joint and movement type
4.3- Fundamentals of biomechanics
Topic 2: Exercise Physiology
2.1- Structure and Function of the Topic 5: Skill in Sport
ventilatory system 5.1- Characteristics and classification of sport
2.2- Structure and function of the 5.2- Information processing
cardiovascular system 5.3- Principles of skill learning

Topic 3: Energy Systems Topic 6: Measurement and Evaluation

6.1- Statistical Analysis
3.1- Nutrition
6.2- Study Design
3.3- Nutrition and Energy Systems
6.3- Components of Fitness
3.2- Carbohydrates and fat metabolism
6.4- Principles of Training Program
Design

Option Topics:
Two Option topics will be chosen by the students. Up to 10 total Topics (chapters) will be covered throughout
the year. (See SEHS Guide for topics)

Internal Assessments:
Your Trimester Grade will be derived from total points accumulated from daily participation, assignments,
quizzes, labs and tests. At the start of your 2nd and 3rd Trimester, your grade will start over. Keep in mind that
this is a rigorous course and homework should be expected. This course will prepare you for college!

External Assessments:
Paper 1- 20% Note: Papers (I.B. Exams) 1, 2 & 3 will be written near the end of the
Paper 2- 32% year. Internal and practical work will occur
Paper 3- 24% throughout the course.
Internal/Practical 24% (Refer to Pg. 7 of IB course outline)
Textbook:
IB Diploma Programme: Sport, Exercise and Health Science Course Companion
John Sproule
Oxford University Press, 2012

Contact:
Mr. Graham Email: mgraham@adrian.k12.mi.us
Webpage: http://mrgrahamahs.weebly.com/
SEHS Google Classroom code: h8fz58
**Notes, assignments, homework and readings will be posted on the Google Classroom Page whenever
possible**

Classroom Expectations:
1) Come to class on time, prepared and ready to work
Bring writing utensils and textbooks to every class. If you are late and without a pass, you will be marked tardy.
NO EXCUSES! BE RESPONSIBLE!

2) Participation
Students are expected to contribute during class activities and discussions. Students are also expected to read
all assignments prior to class and be prepared to contribute by asking questions, presenting new information,
and / or sharing their critical thoughts on various topics or issues.

3) Assignments should be handed in on time

Students will be given a reasonable amount of time to complete homework. Any late assignments will result in
an automatic 50% deduction.

4) If absent from class

Please see me before or after school to obtain any missed work. It is the students’ responsibility to find out
about and complete any missed work/assignments.

5) Group work
Students will be graded by the teacher as well as their peers during any group work.

6) If you are absent on the day of an exam

It must be made up before or after school once you have returned.

6) NO Electronic devices (cell phones, i-pods ect.)

Are NOT permitted in class. See Student Cell Phone Contract

7) Students are permitted to bring healthy snacks

Students must ensure they throw out or recycle all material.

8) Please raise your hand to speak / RESPECT

Only one person in the class should be speaking and all others should listen attentively.
Treat everyone in class the way that you yourself would like to be treated.

9) Bathroom
I will allow students to leave in the case of an emergency only.