Components and Functions of the Body in Physical Activity

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
D/506/8874
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
31 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about the components of physical fitness.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Identify the key components of physical fitness.

  • 1.2

    State the relevance of the components to sporting activities.

2

Know the functions of the skeleton and the bones involved in movement.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify the basic functions of the skeleton.

  • 2.2

    State the types of bone in the skeleton.

  • 2.3

    Identify and locate major bones involved in movement.

3

Know different joints and joint movements within the human body.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Identify the three types of joint.

  • 3.2

    Identify the different synovial joints.

  • 3.3

    Identify types of joint movements.

4

Know the function of the muscular system and the location of major muscles.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Identify types of muscles.

  • 4.2

    Identify the basic functions of muscles.

  • 4.3

    Identify and locate the skeletal muscles in the body.

5

Know the function of the cardiovascular system (CV).

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Identify and locate the major organs that make up the CV system.

  • 5.2

    Identify the different types of blood vessels.

  • 5.3

    Describe the passage of blood through the body.

6

Know about the body's energy systems.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1

    Describe the basic workings of each energy system.

  • 6.2

    Identify physical activities associated with each energy system.