Level 1 Physical Science Half Year Course
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr Vea.
This Year 11 Physical Science course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of science and its relevance to society, through both theory and practical work and to prepare you for success in NCEA Level 1 Science assessments. You will study Chemistry and Physics. You will develop your ability to analyse information, problem-solve, apply knowledge to new situations and you will improve your intellectual, creative and critical thinking. Experimental work will be infiltrated throughout the course to support understanding of scientific ideas as well as further develop practical skills.
This course is comprised of three Level 1 Achievement Standards in Chemistry and Physics worth a maximum total of 16 credits. As we explore the achievement standards we will learn aspects of the following:
- Types of reactions
- Chemical formulae
- Mechanics
- Forces
- Kinetic and Potential Energy
- Thermal Energy
- Electrical Energy
Course Overview
Semester 1
Internal
1) AS92045: Demonstrate understanding of a physical phenomenon through investigation (PESS 1.2)
2) AS92021: Demonstrate understanding of a chemical reaction in context (CB1.2)
Semester 2
Internal
1) AS92021: Demonstrate understanding of a chemical reaction in context (CB1.2)
External
2) AS92047: Demonstrate understanding of energy in a physical system (PESS 1.4)
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 10 Science
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 16 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
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Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.