13 Physics (13PHY)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Rosa Hughes-Currie.
13 Physics
This course leads to tertiary study in physics, engineering, architecture and other areas. You will use mathematics skills to solve complex problems about mechanical and waves systems, as well as learn about the nature of light and atoms.
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, waves and atomic physics
Course Overview
Term 1
Learning about standing waves, diffraction and Doppler effect for the waves external and completing a report for the physics in context internal assessment.
Term 2
Learning about collisions, momentum, gravity and rotation for the mechanics external, and completing the modern physics internal assessment.
Term 3
Learning about rotational kinematics and simple harmonic motion for the mechanics external. Further assessment opportunity for the internal assessments.
Term 4
Revision for the external exams.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
Level 2 Physics 12 credits including one external or special dispensation from the Head of Science.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Scientific Calculator
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 10 credits
Internal - 6 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.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context
NZQA Info
Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics
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.