Mangere College

L2 Chemistry

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms R. Imraan.

Recommended Prior Learning

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

In this course Students will:

· Investigate and measure the chemical and physical properties of a range of groups of substances, for example, acids and bases, oxidants and reductants, and selected organic and inorganic compounds.

. Relate properties of matter to structure and bonding.

· Develop an understanding of and use the fundamental concepts of chemistry (for example, equilibrium and thermochemical principles) to interpret observations.

· Apply knowledge of chemistry to explain aspects of the natural world and how chemistry is used in society to meet needs, resolve issues, and develop new technologies

Course Overview

Term 1
A.S. 91910 v1 Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis (Int, 4 credit)

A.S. 91911 v1 Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out an investigation into chemical species present in a sample using qualitative analysis (Int, 3 credits)

Term 2
A.S. 91167 v2 Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction (Int, 3 credits)

A.S. 91165 v2 Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds (Ext, 4 credits)

Term 3
A.S. 91164 v2 Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes (Ext, 5 credits)

Term 4
Revision for the NCEA External Exam

Learning Areas:

Science

Pathway

L3 Chemistry

Career Pathways

Anaesthetist, Pathologist, Arborist, Physician, Surgeon, Dentist, Diagnostic Radiologist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Ophthalmologist, Microbiologist, Phlebotomist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Podiatrist, Pharmacist, Registered Nurse, Police Officer, Fishing Skipper, Customs Officer, Fishery Officer, Quarantine Officer, Meteorologist, Trainer, Interpreter, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Translator, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Chemist, Chemical Engineer, Biochemist, Biotechnologist, Science Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Forensic Scientist, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Winemaker, Dietitian, Naturopath, Speech-Language Therapist, Electronics Trades Worker

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