2PHY

L2 Physics

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr V. Bloomfield.

In this course Students will:

· Investigate physical phenomena (in the areas of mechanics, electricity, electromagnetism, light and waves, and atomic and nuclear physics) and produce qualitative and quantitative explanations for a variety of unfamiliar situations.
· Analyse data to deduce complex trends and relationships in physical phenomena.
· Use physics ideas to explain a technological or biological application of physics.

Course Overview

Term 1
A.S. 91169 v2 Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context (Int, 3 credits)

A.S. 91168 v2 Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship (Int, 4 credits)

Term 2
A.S. 91172 v2 Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics (Int, 3 credits)

A.S. 91171 v2 Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics (Ext, 6 credits)

Term 3
A.S. 91173 v2 Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism (Ext, 6 credits)

Term 4
Revision for NCEA External Exams

Recommended Prior Learning

12+ credits in 1SCI and/or HOD approval.                                               

       


    

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

There is NO cost for this course.
Students are expected to have basic stationery:
- Workbook
- Pens and pencils
- Ruler
- Scientific calculator

Pathway

Career Pathways

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: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91168 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91169 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
3
3
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91171 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91172 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91173 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Possibilities

Dentist, Surgeon, Zoologist, Biotechnologist, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Audiologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Environmental Scientist, Podiatrist, Community Pharmacist, Medical Pathologist, Animal Physiologist, General Practitioner, Mental Health Nurse, Fishery Officer, Veterinarian, Ecologist, Chiropractor, Food Engineer, Diagnostic Radiologist, Marine Biologist, Forestry Scientist, Hospital Nurse, Microbiologist, Optometrist, Biochemist, District Nurse, Plant Physiologist, Practice Nurse, Physiotherapist, Dental Technician, Dietitian, Molecular Biologist, Quarantine Officer, Life Sciences Technician, Secondary School teacher, Midwife, Botanist, Ecologist, Astronomer, Medical Radiation Technologist, Natural Resources Engineer, Computer Systems Technician, Environmental Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Atmospheric Scientist, Hydraulics Engineer, Radiation Therapist, Architect, Fire Protection Structural Engineer, Mining Engineer, Geophysicist, Roading Engineer, Oceanographer, Volcanologist, Mechanical Engineer, Weather forecaster, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Electrical Engineer, Systems Administrator, Telecommunications Technician, Broadcast Technician, Security Systems Technician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Air Force Avionics Technician, aeroplane pilot, automotive electrician, Electrical fitter, lighting technician, helicopter pilot, electronics, mechanical services, electric cable joiner, navy seaman, refrigeration engineer, gaming,