NCEA Level 2 Chemistry
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs E. Butterworth.
The Level 2 Chemistry course introduces students to the wider world of Chemistry. It explores the basic fundamentals of Chemistry and how chemistry it is used in society to meet needs, resolve issues and develop new technologies. It is a full academic programme comprising a combination of internal and external Achievement Standards. The internal component is practical orientated with assessments that reflect this. Level 2 Chemistry provides the basis for study at Level 3 and aims to prepare students considering careers in areas including Health Sciences, Engineering and Science.
Recommended Prior Learning
In order to gain entrance into Level 2 Chemistry students are required to gain 14 Credits or better in NCEA Level 1 Science. As part of this requirement students must Achieve at least 8 external credits, 4 of which must come from the Acids and Bases external.
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.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out procedures to identify ions present in solution
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Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes
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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
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines