Kelston Boys’ High School Kelston Boys’ High School

Level 1 Physics and Space Science

11SPS
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Valentine.

This course will explore the fundamentals of motion, energy and Earth-Space systems. We will focus on:

Term 1:

  •  Motion, forces and energy, resulting in a practical investigation of these concepts.

Term 2: 

  • The four Earth spheres, and how the cycling of carbon is affecting the Earth's climate. 
  • Interactions between the Earth-Moon-Sun system. 

Term 3:

  • Complete the Earth-Moon-Sun interactions, 
  • Energy, in the forms of Heat, Electricity and Mechanical Energy

Term 4:

  • Finish Energy, then revise for exams!

Please note: This course may be selected with Year 11 Science with Biology and Chemistry, but not with General Science, as there is an overlap in the standards assessed.


Course Overview

Term 4
Revision for the NCEA examinations.

Learning Areas:

Science


Pathway

Level 2 Physics, Level 2 Science General

Career Pathways

Zoologist, Geologist, Electrical Engineering Technician, Aeronautical Engineer, Aeroplane Pilot, Marine Biologist, Architect, Medical Physicist, Electronics Engineer, Biochemist



			
					
					Supplementary Materials/ Equipment
										

$17 Optional Workbook