12PHY

Level 2 Physics

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Johnston.

This is a challenging but exciting course. It aims to empower students with the ability to critically analyse a situation and approach new situations with confidence, while gaining knowledge of the fundamental concepts and principles of Physics. Topics covered include: electricity, magnetism, mechanics and wave concepts. Students are encouraged to use scientific methods to challenge their current thinking.

Your teachers are keen to help you understand more about the Universe and to value the study of Physics.

We aim to present an interesting course that will be relevant to those intending to study Physics at Level 3 and beyond, as well as students completing their Physics education at Level 2.  Your teachers will give you full tuition on all topics, however, some activities will be student-centred (ie: without direct supervision or control of the teacher). This requires complete student co-operation and careful use of equipment. Should you have any difficulties during the year, do ask your teacher for help at the earliest opportunity. Asking questions is a major part of gaining understanding of the concepts covered. 


Course Overview

Term 1
Atomic Physics and Mechanics

Term 2
Mechanics and internal investigation

Term 3
Electricity and waves internal

Term 4
Revision and external exams

Recommended Prior Learning

10 Achievement Standard credits in NCEA level 1 Science courses including the Physics Energy standard or by HOD approval.

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence

Total Credits Available: 22
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 12
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


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


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


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


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