L3 Physics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Aston.
The Level 3 course expands on the ideas taught in Level 2 with the addition of topics which further enhance our understanding of the motion of rotating objects and AC electricity. The following topics are covered:
- Experimental skills
- Mechanics: Energy, Rotational Motion, Torque and Periodic motion
- Waves and Light
- Modern Physics: we look at a model used to explain the energy transformations inside an atom and the Aurora Borealis
- Electricity: Multiloop circuits, Capacitors, Inductors, Tuned circuits and Alternating Current
Physics studied at Level 3 is an approved subject for University Entrance.
Prerequisites
14 credits or more in Level 2 Physics with success in at least one of the external Achievement standards or at HOD discretion.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A donation towards a $30 (approximately) workbook/laboratory manual and web-based tutorial is requested.
Stationery required for this course: Ringbinder and lined refill.
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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship
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Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems
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Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems
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Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics
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Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems
Approved subject for University Entrance
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.
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