PSc 200

Level 2 Physical Science

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr T. Fanning.


Physical Science

PSc 200

We will look at Physics and atomic physics as well as continue learning about forces and mechanics. We will also learn about geology and how living things survive in extreme environments. Students will be able to sit optional externals on Mechanics, Waves and Electrivcity.

  • Carry out a physics investigation

  • Learn about local geology and go on a field trip

  • Learn about deep sea life

  • Learn about atomic power and nuclear energy.


This subject leads onto: Level 3 Physical Science

Int - 18 8 Optional

Ext -6 - 14

UE Lit Reading - 0

UE Lit Writing- 0

Total typical internal credits offered: 

  • 91189 Investigate the geological activity at a New Zealand Location

  • 91190 Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment

  • 91168 Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non linear relationship

  • 91169 Investigate physics relevant to a modern context

  • 91172 Investigate atomic and nuclear physics            


Career Pathways

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.

Total Credits Available: 28
Internal Assessed Credits: 18
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91168 v2
NZQA Info

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


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91169 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91170 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of waves


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91171 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91172 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91189 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91190 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 28
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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