11SCIE

NCEA Level 1 Everyday Science/Pūtaiao

Introduction

This course is aimed at students who are interested in gaining a basic background in Science relevant to their everyday lives. The topics are based on practical investigations in which you will design and carry out an experiment, collect and process results and produce a scientific report. This course does not provide students with the opportunity to gain endorsement in Science with Merit or Excellence.


Course Outline 

Offers some L1 Literacy and Numeracy credits

This course incorporates a range of Science aspects from our basic everyday lives including understanding metals and their uses in the world around us, how heat impacts us and how we can utilise it for cooking Hangi, and carrying out practical investigations to collect data.

Credits Available:

Where this course can lead

This course provides a general science programme giving students learning in Level 1 Chemistry, Biology and Physics and a basic knowledge of Science for life. This course  can lead to students doing Level 2 Biology.

Prerequisites & Equipment

There are no entry requirements for this course.

No special equipment is required for this course.

Who to contact for more information

Kirsten Keighley - kke@waitarahs.school.nz