Level 2 Physics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Reddy.
Through demonstrations and experiments, students will experience physical events in the real world and describe mathematical relationships between different variables. The entire course is supported by PowerPoint presentations and computer animations aid understanding by allowing complex concepts to be visualised. Course workbooks are used to improve problem solving skills and test the application of theory to real life contexts. Videos, research and class discussions further enhance the students understanding and enjoyment of the course.
Important pre-requisite for most science, engineering, technology, medicine, electrical, aviation, applied geology, energy management, oceanography, etc.
Who would be interested in this course?
This course is designed to cater for students:
- with a general interest in physics and how it affects the world around them, and reviews key concepts from Year 11 Science before pushing into the higher level concepts of Level Two.
- whose chosen career pathway leads to tertiary study within Physics, Engineering or related fields and continues straight on from the end of Year 11 Science.
- this course is open to any student, however having chosen a Year 11 Physics focused course is an advantage.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Exercise book: 1B5
Stationery: Blue/black/red pen, HB pencil, eraser, ruler
NZQA Approved calculator recommended
Pathway
Important pre-requisite for most science, engineering, technology, medicine, electrical, aviation, applied geology, energy management, oceanography, etc.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
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NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
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Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
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Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
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NZQA Info
Physics 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of waves
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Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics