13 Earth and Space Science (13ESS)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Adam Pamplin.
13 Earth and Space Science
This course builds on knowledge from the previous year and focuses on more complicated Earth systems, such as atmospheric circulation and ocean currents. We'll relate these systems to observable daily phenomena. This course can lead on to tertiary science study in geology, astronomy or physics.
Course Components
- Geological evidence and dating geological events
- Systems affecting oceans and atmosphere
- Astronomical exo-planet detection methods
- Explore an ocean systems topic that affects society
Course Overview
Term 1
Complete an internal investigation of the evidence related to dating geological events.
Term 2
Demonstrate understanding of processes in the atmosphere system for an external exam and complete an investigation of an aspect of astronomy for an internal assessment.
Term 3
Learn about processes in the ocean system for an external exam.
Term 4
Revision and external exams.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
There is a substantial writing component to this course
Successfully completed a Level 2 Science course
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 8 credits
Internal - 8 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
Earth and Space Science 3.2 - Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
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Earth and Space Science 3.3 - Investigate the evidence related to dating geological event(s)
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Earth and Space Science 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of processes in the ocean system
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Earth and Space Science 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of processes in the atmosphere system
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Earth and Space Science 3.6 - Investigate an aspect of astronomy
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
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.