COURSE LENGTH: Full Year
TEACHER IN CHARGE: Andrew Parkin (PAR)
COURSE COSTS: To be advised at the beginning of the 2027 school year.
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In this course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of multiple Physics fields, including the physics of music, mechanics of a rollercoaster, and how electrical components such as a capacitor and an inductor work in an AC circuit.
This course is focused on the 3 externally assessed standards that are a requirement for entry into university engineering courses.
ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE
ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINE
The following standards will be offered throughout this course:
Achievement Standard 91521 v2
Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship
Internal Assessment, worth 4 credits
Achievement Standard 91522 v2
Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context
Internal Assessment, worth 3 credits
Achievement Standard 91523 v2
Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems
External Assessment, worth 4 credits
Achievement Standard 91524 v2
Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems
External Assessment, worth 6 credits
Achievement Standard 91526 v2
Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems
External Assessment, worth 6 credits
Total credits available for this course: 23 NCEA Level 3 credits
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