Syllabus (PHYSICAL EDUCATION)

Course Type: MAJ-7

Semester: 5

Course Code: BPEDMAJ07S

Course Title: TRACK AND FIELD (Practical)

(L-P-Tu): 0-6-0

Credit: 6

Practical/Theory: Practical

Course Objective:  Development of knowledge and understanding of Track and Field events.  Enhancement of practical knowledge of Track and Field events.  Prediction of performance in Track and Field events.

Learning Outcome:  Preparation of and expert teaching, training and evaluation in Track and Field events

Unit- 1. TRACK EVENTS (Hour-35)

1.1. Starting Techniques: Standing start and Crouch start (its variations) use of Starting Block.

1.2. Acceleration with proper running techniques.

1.3. Finishing Technique: Run Through, Forward Lunging and Shoulder Shrug.

1.4. Relay Race: Starting, Baton Holding/Carrying, Baton Exchange in between zone, and Finishing.

1.5. Hurdles: Fundamental Skills- Starting, Clearance and Landing Techniques.

Unit- 2. FIELD EVENTS (Hour-35)

2.1. Long Jump: Approach Run, Take-off, Flight in the air (Hang Style/Hitch Kick) and Landing.

2.2. High jump: Approach Run, Take-off, Bar Clearance/Flight (Straddle Roll) and Landing.

2.3. Shot put: Holding the Shot, Placement, Initial Stance, Glide, Delivery Stance and Recovery (Perry O’Brien Technique).

2.4. Discus Throw: Holding the Discus, Initial Stance, Primary Swing, Turn, Release and Recovery (Rotation in the circle).

2.5. Javelin Throw: Holding the Javelin, Initial Stance, Carry the Javelin, Release and follow-through.

Unit- 3. PROJECT-CUM-PRACTICAL RECORD BOOK (Hour-20)

1. 1. Introduction of the Sport, History of Development
   2. Performance status of India and renowned personalities – Indian and International.
   3. Fundamental Skills
   4. Rules & regulations with Field/Court diagram

References

1. Saha, A. K. SarirSiksherRitiniti, Rana Publishing House, Kalyani.
2. Bandopadhyay, K. SarirSikshaParichay, Classic Publishers, Kolkata.
3. Petipus, et al. Athlete’s Guide to Career Planning, Human Kinetics.
4. Dharma, P.N. Fundamentals of Track and Field, Khel Sahitya Kendra, New Delhi.