Physics L3
13PHYS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: J. Kurian
Note: It is highly recommended that Level 3 Physics is taken in conjunction with Level 3 Calculus. Content may vary from the above depending on student achievement.
Course Highlights: Leading on from Level 2 Physics, this course provides more in-depth coverage of the basic ideas and concepts of Physics. In preparation for tertiary education, students can enjoy a more intellectual approach and are expected to be motivated, independent learners.
Vocational Pathway: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Technology, Primary Industries, Social and Community Services.
This course can lead to: Learning in Physics will come in useful no matter what you go on to do. Employers value the kinds of skills that studying Physics develops: the ability to grasp things quickly, focussed solution finding, plus problem solving, analytical, mathematical, and IT skills. Level 3 Physics leads directly to higher levels of study at tertiary institutions and is a pre-requisite for many professional degrees such as surveying, architecture, engineering, medicine and dentistry.
For more information, please see Head of Department Mr Kurian
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Workbook $30, Write-On Notes $10, OsPEn Day $10 per student (approx)
Recommended Prior Learning
Prerequisites: Level 2 Physics and Level 2 Maths – minimum of Achieved grades in all Achievement Standards, including at least 1 Merit pass in each subject
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91521 v2 Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship | 3 |
I |
4 |
Y |
* |
|
| A.S. 91523 v2 Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems | 3 |
E |
4 |
Y |
* |
|
| A.S. 91524 v2 Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems | 3 |
E |
6 |
Y |
* |
|
| A.S. 91525 v2 Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics | 3 |
I |
3 |
Y |
* |
|
| A.S. 91526 v2 Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems | 3 |
E |
6 |
Y |
* |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 23
* 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.
Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.