13 Physics
NCEA Level 3
Course outline and information.
Achievement Standards offered in 2012 (total credits = 23):
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Number
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Subject Reference
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Title
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Credits
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Assessment
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AS90520
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Physics 3.3
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Demonstrate understanding of wave systems.
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4
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External
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AS90521
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Physics 3.4
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Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems.
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6
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External
|
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AS90522
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Physics 3.5
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Demonstrate understanding of atoms, photons and nuclei.
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3
|
External
|
|
AS90523
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Physics 3.6
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Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems.
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6
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External
|
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AS90732
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Science 3.6
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Demonstrate understanding of EMR, radioactive decay and sound.
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4
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External
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NB: year 13 science has a physics achievement standard which some students may like to enter.
School based assessments include:
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Term
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Week
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Achievement Standard
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Type of Assessment
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|
I
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10
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AS90521 (3.4) Mechanics
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Formative
|
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II
|
10
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AS90523 (3.6) Electromag
|
Formative
|
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III
|
5
6/7
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AS90520 (3.3) Waves
AS 3.3, 3.4, 3.6
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Formative
Exam - Formative
|
|
I11
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10
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AS90522 (3.5) Atomic
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Formative
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Note: The results of these assessments will be significant if derived grades are required.
Texts: ‘Year 13 Study guide’ – student allocation. Students will be required to purchase the ‘Continuing Physics work book’ published by Longman.
Reassessment: Some opportunities to prepare for the internal assessment will be provided within the course. For conscientious students this should obviate the need for any reassessment. However, if justified, reassessment opportunities may be provided after consultation with the Head of Physics.