12SCI

12 Science

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms A. Kockott.

Objectives

In this course students will:

  • Develop their scientific practical skills and attitudes.
  • Be exposed to a range of scientific concepts from the main Science strands: Biology, Chemistry and Earth & Space Science.

Content

The content of this course remains flexible as we progress through the year. We are able to change standards based on the interest of the class.

The content may involve:

  • The evaluation of an issue in Earth and Space Science and how information about the issue is presented to the public.
  • Chemical analysis by using ion identification procedures is a practically assessed component.
  • Field work in Ecology during a trip to the rocky shore.
  • Earth and Space investigation.
  • Developing microscopic skills by investigating biological materials using microscopes. 


Recommended Prior Learning

Discretionary entry based on Year 11 Science achievement - students should have achieved some success in the Year 11 course.

Subject and Associated Costs

Course Costs: $25.00 Login for Education Perfect online learning.
Associated Costs: Nil.

Pathway

You may also select 13BIO in year 13 if you are sucessful in the two Biology standards in 12SCI

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: 18
Internal Assessed Credits: 18
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91153 v2
NZQA Info

Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91160 v2
NZQA Info

Biology 2.8 - Investigate biological material at the microscopic level


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91187 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.1 - Carry out a practical Earth and Space Science investigation


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91189 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91911 v1
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out an investigation into chemical species present in a sample using qualitative analysis


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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.