2Phys

L2 Physics

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Aston.

Physics attempts to explain the effects of energy on different aspects of our lives.  Each of the topics covered reminds us of how the types of energy change depending on what we are doing. The supply of energy limits the amount of work we can do to achieve a desired outcome. Through a series of experiments and sometimes the use of robots we show how some of the rules we live by are explained by the concepts of Physics.  The following topics are covered:  

  • Experimental skills 
  • Mechanics: Energy, Vectors, Motion, Forces, Levers
  • Radioactivity
  • Electricity:   Voltage, Current, Resistance, Meters, Motors and Electromagnetism, Electrostatics

These topics are designed to prepare for Level 3 Physics.




 

Prerequisites

10 credits at L1 Science or by HOD discretion

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A donation towards a $30 workbook/laboratory manual and web-based tutorial is requested.
Stationery required for this course: 2 x 1B8 exercise book.

Pathway

Credit Information

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

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 18239 v8
NZQA Info
Demonstrate introductory knowledge of circuit concepts and measurements for electronics
1
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91168 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
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: 24
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer


  • Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose. 
  • If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice