Mangere College

L3 Physics

3PHY

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr V. Bloomfield.

Recommended Prior Learning

12+ credits in 2PHY and/or HOD approval.

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

Learning Areas:

Science

Career Pathways

Registered Nurse, Anaesthetist, Physician, Surgeon, Midwife, Dentist, Diagnostic Radiologist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Aeroplane Pilot, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Product Assembler, Chemical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Metal Worker, Mechanical Engineer, Civil Engineer, Industrial Designer, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Engineering Machinist, Environmental Engineer, Welder, Marine Engineer, 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, Electronics Engineer, Line Mechanic, Telecommunications Technician, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Biomedical Technician, Electrical Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Telecommunications Engineer, Electronics Trades Worker, Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Lift Technician, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Firefighter, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Intelligence Officer

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