Level 2 Science - Physics (PHY201)
PHY201 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr D. Young.
Recommended Prior LearningNCEA Level 1 – a pass in the Level 1 Science 1.1- Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics (Ext)
Achievement at Merit or Excellence preferred
OR
passes in externals offered in Science, Mathematics and English
OR
interview with Mr Young.
This is the core year 12 physics course based around two significant external standards that develop the skills required to analyse and make predictions about the world around us. We will describe objects within gravitational fields in Newton’s terms of forces, motion and energy, as well as explore the behaviour of static electrical charge, electric circuits and the connection between electricity and magnetism. A written report internal on the mechanics of collisions provides an opportunity for revision of the external mechanics standard for credits. Two practical Internal Investigation (2.1 and 3.1 combined) of a mathematical non-linear relationship. This course is recommended / required for continuing study in a health science, engineering, computing or physics field.
Course Overview
Term 1
Mechanics (External)
Term 2
Practical Investing (2.1 and 3.1 Internal)
Start Electricity (External)
Term 3
Continue Electricity (External)
OR
Mechanics (Internal)
Level 2 optional courses, Science
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Level 3 Science - Earth and Space Science (ESS301), Level 3 Science - Physics (PHY303)
Problem-solving, academically capable students looking to master the material world or work in science based fields after school. This course is recommended / required for continuing study in a health science, engineering, computing or physics field.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery1 x 1B8 exercise book, Scientific calculator Casio FX82MS or similar, $25 sciPAD (highly recommended) – can be purchased through the College