Year 13 Chemistry
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Dr J. Mistry, Ms B. Judeel.
Year 13 Chemistry students will have the opportunity to build on knowledge and practical skills gained in Year 12 Chemistry. Students will further their awareness of scientific method and increase their familiarity with the use of chemical laboratory equipment. Year 13 Chemistry covers a range of topics relevant to modern life. It can be mathematically demanding, but students should be prepared for a very rewarding intellectual challenge.
Recommended Prior Learning
Minimum of 3 Merits gained in Level 2 Chemistry from either the internals or College Examinations.
Entry into Level 3 Chemistry for students not meeting the above entry requirements is at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge of Chemistry.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
An Education Perfect subscription is recommended.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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NZQA Info
Chemistry 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry
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Chemistry 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances
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Chemistry 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds
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Chemistry 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous systems
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Chemistry 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
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.
Pathway Tags
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Disclaimer
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