12CHEM

Chemistry L2

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: D. Masters.

Note: Final course content is subject to the discretion of the TIC of Chemistry. Students are expected to sit at least two externals.

 

This is a pre-requisite for Level 3 Chemistry.

 

Course Highlights: This is an introductory course into the study of Chemistry.  It covers the basic concepts and skills needed to go on to further study of Chemistry at either Level 3 or in a Tertiary institution.  A knowledge of Chemistry is fundamental for almost any science, engineering, agricultural or health science degree or career.

 

Vocational Pathway: Manufacturing and Technology, Construction and Infrastructure, Primary Industries, Social and Community Services.

 

This course can lead to: Level 3 Chemistry, Tertiary Study, employment and careers in Farming, Science Technician, Nurse, Veterinary Nurse, Agricultural/ Horticultural Technician.

 

For more information, please see Teacher in Charge of Chemistry, Mr Masters

 

For more information, please see Teacher in Charge of Chemistry, Mr Masters

Recommended Prior Learning

Pre-Requisites:          10 credits at Level 1 Science, or after consultation with the TiC Chemistry

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Workbook $40.00

Pathway

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 23
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 13
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91164 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91165 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91166 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91167 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91910 v1
NZQA Info

Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis


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: 23
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0