This course requires 2 options.
13 Physics (13PHY)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Rosa Hughes-Currie.
13 Physics
This course leads to tertiary study in Physics and other areas. It is desirable that you have good Maths skills.
Course Components
- Develop physics skills to a higher level
- Understand and use the special language of physics
- Incorporate uncertainties in practical work and conclusions
- Study linear and rotational mechanics, electromagnetism, waves and atomic physics
- A self-directed extension standard is available in addition to coursework
Course Overview
Term 1
Learning for Waves external and Physics in Context Internal.
Term 2
Learning for Mechanics external and Modern Physics Internal.
Term 3
Learning for Mechanics External and FAO for internals.
Term 4
Revision for Externals.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
Level 2 Physics 12 credits including one external
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Scientific Calculator
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 10 credits
Internal - 7 credits
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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 16 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 6 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.