NCEA Level 2 Science
12SCI Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs E. Butterworth
The focus in this course is on practical activities as well as research and the application of Science concepts across various Science strands. This course will involve practical laboratory work and the opportunity to undertake a Science investigation in the field. Standards are offered in 3 of the Science strands; Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$50 approx. for a possible field trip.
Recommended Prior Learning
14 Credits or better in NCEA Level 1 Science, or at the discretion of HOD Science.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91153 v2 Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91154 v2 Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91158 v2 Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91162 v3 Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out procedures to identify ions present in solution | 2 |
I |
3 |
|||
| A.S. 91189 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91190 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 22 credits.
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