12PHY - Physics NCEA Level 2
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr G. Milne.
12PHY - Physics NCEA Level 2
Aims of the Course:
This course prepares students for Year 13 Physics.
Topics:
Topics covered in this subject include a wide range of physics contexts to get students prepared for Year 13 Physics - these include Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Modern/Nuclear Physics.
Applications of physics also include a field trip to Rainbows End to study the physics of high-thrill motion rides.
Trips:
Rainbows End trip (Term 2 - TBD)
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have achieved at least 15 Dilworth points in 11SCI.
Pathway
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.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
NZQA Info
Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
NZQA Info
Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics
NZQA Info
Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
Disclaimer
Every effort will be made to give students their preferred choice in subjects. However, all courses are subject to availibility of staff and student numbers.