Biology L2
12BIO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: S. Rekatsinas
Please note decisions about standards to be covered are to be confirmed and please note course may vary from the above.
Course Highlights: Practical investigations and overall good grounding in preparation for further study in the Biological Sciences.
Vocational Pathway: Manufacturing and Technology, Primary Industries, Social and Community Services.
This course can lead to: Entry into Year 13 Biology NCEA Level 3. Tertiary study in the Biological/Heath Sciences.
For more information, please see Teacher in Charge of Biology, Mr Rekatsinas
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Course Costs: Course manual $25 approx, field trip costs may also apply.
Recommended Prior Learning
Pre-Requisites: Science AS90948 Biology external, AS90944 Chemistry external recommended. AS 90940 Physics will be considered, or in consultation with the TiC of Biology.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91154 v2 Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91156 v2 Biology 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| A.S. 91158 v2 Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91159 v2 Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91160 v2 Biology 2.8 - Investigate biological material at the microscopic level | 2 |
I |
3 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.