2 Physics
Course Description
Learning Area Leader: Ms C. Green.
This course is designed for those who intend to carry on for Physics at Level 3 and/or those who need it for their career. Physics entails understanding about the world and how physics is applied, specifically within the fields of Mechanics, Electricity and Nuclear Physics. This course also teaches learners to conduct practical investigations to determine non-linear relationships between variables.
Skills/content you will cover in this course
Physics in Mechanical Systems
Electricity and Electromagnetism
Conducting a practical investigation determining a non-linear relationship
Exploring and reporting on physics in a context
Nuclear Physics.
Skills you need to be successful in this course - ideally students have a strong background in mathematics, including a working knowledge of algebra/rearrangement and trigonometry. Students should be competent at literacy (reading, writing) and researching, particularly for the internals. It would also be advantageous for students to have some prior physics knowledge from NCEA L1.
This course is useful for or will lead to - professions that physics can lead to include: engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical etc.), various trades (electrician, construction, plumber, welders, mechanics), computer science, AI, health sciences (medicine, physiotherapy), aircraft pilot, software engineering, animation and game development, transport etc
Recommended Prior Learning
Fundamental Maths Skills (algebra, trigonometry). Any Level 1 Science
Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery
The sciPAD Workbooks are a compulsory requirement for this course and will be charged to learner accounts. This will be approximately $30.
Pathway
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.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
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Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
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Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
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Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics
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Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
Disclaimer
Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.