L3 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 complex situations.
- · Analyse and evaluate data to deduce complex trends and relationships in physical phenomena.
- · Use physics ideas to explain a technological, biological, or astronomical application of physics and discuss related issues.
Course Overview
Term 1
A.S. 91521 v2 Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship - Int (4 credits)
A.S. 91527 v2 Physics 3.7 - Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue - Int (3 Credits)
AS91522 v2 Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context - Int (3 Credits)
Term 2
AS91522 v2 Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context - Int (3 Credits)
AS91526 v2 Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems - Ext (6 Credits)
Term 3
AS91524 v2 Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems - Ext (6 Credits)
Term 4
Revision for the NCEA External Exams
Recommended Prior Learning
12+ credits in 2PHY 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
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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship
NZQA Info
Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context
NZQA Info
Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics
NZQA Info
Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.7 - Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 19
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Possibilities
Ecologist, General Practitioner, Astronomer, Medical RAdiation Technologist, Natural Resources Engineer, Computer Systems Technician, Environmental Engineer, Diagnostic RAdiologist, Aeronautical Engineer, Atmospheric Scientist, Hydraulics Engineer, Radiation Therapist, Marine, Architect, Fire Protection Engineer, Structural Engineer, Mining Engineer, Optometrist, Geophysicist, Roading Engineer, Oceanographer, Volcanologist, Mechanical Engineer, Secondary school teacher, Weather forecaster, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Electrical Engineer, Systems Administrator, Telecommunications Technician, Broadcast Technician, Security Systems Technician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Air Force Avionics Technician,