The sport and physical activity industry is a global multi-billion dollar juggernaut driven by science and technology. This subject explores the behind-the-scenes research that goes into the physical preparation of athletes and technologies to aid in optimum performance. Areas of study include exercise science, biomechanics, equipment and uniform design, and technologies to monitor and present performances. Further studies related to exercise science will explore the possibilities of human performance. Students will also consider whether the use of technologies is diminishing the Olympic ideal of ‘Faster, Higher, Stronger’ and undermining the ethics and integrity of competition.
Strength in Difference.
Students apply critical thinking, analysis and evaluations skills to answer the question - how fast, high and strong can our athletes get? Are humans at their limit, and what can we expect to see over the next 10years time?
Students study the impact technology has had on sports performance over time; investigating aspects of ethics and integrity. Students explore how technology has changed athlete performance, clothing, officiating, training, performance analysis, and coaching for their sport of choice.
Investigation report and multi-modal presentation.
Mrs Donna Doolan
ddoolan@mfac.edu.au
