13 Physics 2
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Sarnia Slabbert.
Demonstrate an understanding of concepts, principles and models (of physics).
Apply concepts and principles (of physics) to explain physical phenomena, systems and devices, in the following topics:
- mechanical systems.
- electrical systems.
- modern (nuclear) physics.
Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue.
13PY2 is a UE approved course.
Prerequisites
From 12PY1 and 12PY2: Achieved in AS91171, AS91172 and AS91173.
OR
HoD approval
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
*13PY2* - Supplementary costs: Approx $45
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 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 4
NZQA Info
Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.7 - Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 6
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
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.
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