12PHY

Year 12 Physics

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr W. McSweeney.


The aim of this course is for students to develop an understanding of mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics and electricity and magnetism to better understand the physical world in which we live. Attention will be given to understanding the application of physics to the real world. As an internal assessment, students write a research report on applications of atomic and nuclear technology in the fields of medicine, power generation or weaponry. Students carry out a practical investigation involving a mechanical oscillator and as part of the study of mechanics, students attend a field trip to Rainbows End.   

Recommended Prior Learning

Achievement or higher in  Year 11 Physics, Earth and Space Science 1.2.

AS 92045     5 CREDITS  Demonstrate understanding of a physical phenomenon through investigation




Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

An Education Perfect subscription is recommended.
Field Trip to Rainbows End Theme Park. Approx cost $80.00

Pathway

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 6 credits.

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
5
5
5
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91171 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
4
4
4
4
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
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
3
3
3
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: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

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