L2 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr B. Simons.
This course builds on Level 1 Chemistry knowledge. Students will develop an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts including atomic structure and bonding, organic chemistry, and chemical reactivity. Students will learn to apply knowledge of chemistry to explain aspects of the material world. This course is designed to prepare students for tertiary study in one of the Sciences.
Equipment/Stationery and Contributions (indicative only)
EQUIPMENT/STATIONERY:
In addition to a laptop computer and some general stationery, specific items for each course will be confirmed at the beginning of each school year.
As an indication, for this course you are likely to need:
- 2B8 Hardcover Exercise Book
CONTRIBUTIONS:
Course Contributions qualify for a tax rebate from IRD:
https://www.ird.govt.nz/income-tax/income-tax-for-individuals/individual-tax-credits/tax-credits-for-donations/submit-a-donation-receipt
Description | Type | Value |
---|---|---|
Indicative Course Contribution for resources and materials | Contribution | $50.00 |
$50.00 |
Pathway
Credit Information (standards listed are indicative only and are subject to change)
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for course endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the chemistry used in the development of a current technology
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Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds
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Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity
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Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction
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Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to be enrolled in their preferred courses, your selection does not guarantee a course will be available, or that you have approval to take a selected course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results, and in some cases, class sizes and staff availability.