12PHY

12 Physics

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Wallace.

Objectives

In their study of Physics, students will use their developing scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of concepts, principles and models.
  • Apply concepts and principles to explain physical phenomena, systems and devices.
  • Describe how physical theories and models have been developed.
  • Explain how development in physics-based applications can lead to changes in society.

Content

The modules include:

  • Mechanics.
  • Electricity.
  • Atomic & Nuclear Physics.
  • Light and waves (Option 1 - 4 credits)
  • Physics in context (Option 2 - 3 credits).

Students must select one or both of the option modules. If only choosing one optional standard, the maximum credits available will be 18 or 19.

The use of electronic devices will be an integral part of the learning process and it will be a significant disadvantage if students do not have a personal device.

Recommended Prior Learning

Must have gained Achieved or more in "Everyone has Potential" assessment, plus 2 other assessments (Ionically it Matters, Under the Microscope and/or Science Fair). Total of 3 out of 4 assessments passed.

Subject and Associated Costs

Course Costs: $67.00 SciPAD workbook, login for Education Perfect online learning (covers all Senior Sciences).
Associated Costs: Nil.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 3
External Assessed Credits: 12
Optional Credits Available: 7
Optional Internal Assessed Credits: 3
Optional External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
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


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91173 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Optional Assessments

This is an optional standard in this subject. Your full programme of learning will be negotiated with your teacher.

Optional Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91169 v2
NZQA Info

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


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 7
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Tags

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Disclaimer

It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.