12PHY

Level 2 Physics

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Dr A. Zia.

To introduce the fundamental concepts and principles associated with Mechanics, Electromagnetism, and Atomic Physics. To develop an appreciation of the relevance of Physics to the everyday lives of people. To develop investigative skills and attitudes in the determination of relationships, patterns and trends. Most important Level of Physics learning required for tertiary education and career pathways. 

Term 1 Electricity and Magnetism Learning, followed by Atomic and Nuclear Physics

Term 2: Atomic and Nuclear Physics, and Mechanics

Term 3: Mechanics and a practical investigation, followed by physics in context.

Term 4: Revision for examinations

For further information see:  Mrs. Valentine and/or Dr Asif Zia

 

Course Overview

Term 1
Term 1 dedicated to Electricity and Magnetism Learning. to cover the course contents for AS91173 V2 6 Credit External Examination.
A.S. 91172 v2 Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics teaching part carried out in last three weeks of term 1

Term 2
A.S. 91172 v2 Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics examined internally in first two weeks of Term 2
As 91171 v2 Physics 2..4-Demonstrate understanding of mechanics teaching week-4 Term2 to week5 term 3 including the past paper practice

Term 3
As 91171 v2 Physics 2.4-Demonstrate understanding of mechanics teaching week-4 Term2 to week5 term 3 including the past paper practice embedding AS 91168 V2 Physics 2.1 Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship using the concepts of Mechanics for example Equilibrium, Torque, Kinematics, Projectile, Momentum Hooke's Law etc.
Last two weeks of term three dedicated to preparing report on AS 91168-v2 Physics 2.2 Demonstrate the understanding of Physics relevant to the selected context.

Term 4
One week to complete and submit report on AS 91168-v2 Physics 2.2 Demonstrate the understanding of Physics relevant to the selected context.
Week 2 until Examination Prep Leave starts -REVISING AND PRACTICE PAST PAPERS for AS91171 and AS 91173 (Electromagnetism and Mechanics EXTERNALS)

Entry Requirements

If you have not taken Science at Year 11, please see the teacher in charge before selecting this option.

Supplementary Materials/ Equipment

$25 optional workbook

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: 22
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 12
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91168 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91169 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
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


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


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: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Tags

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Disclaimer

Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2025.  You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.

Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.

New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.