Course Length: Full Year

Teacher in Charge: Andrew Parkin (PAR)

In this course, students will deepen their thinking and problem-solving skills as they study the basic principles and laws of physics.

There is some flexibility in this course to suit students' individual interests, and will provide the requirements they may need for Level 3 Science courses, and beyond.

ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE

The following standards will be offered throughout this course:

Achievement Standard 91168 v2 Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship 

Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits

Achievement Standard 91172 v2 Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics

Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits

Achievement Standard 91171 v2 Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics

External Assessment, worth 6 credits

Achievement Standard 91173 v2 Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism

External Assessment, worth 6 credits

Total credits available for this course: 19 NCEA Level 3 credits

This course is endorsable