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Science is taught to all students in years 9-11 as a single subject. In years 12 & 13 the students may diversify into the component parts of Science. Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Students achieve credits in Level 1 of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement. 26 credits are offered in a year.
Year 10 Science
Biology: Micro-organisms and Genetics
Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Acids and Bases and Metals
Physics: Motion, Force, Energy and Electricity
Geology: Rocks and Plate Tectonics
Astronomy: Movement of heavenly bodies
This course is made up of a selection of internal and external achievement standards.
Internal assessment will include assessment of the practical skills needed for competency in science.
Science involves people investigating the living, physical, material and technological components of their environment and making sense of them in logical and creative ways. Learning in science is fundamental to understanding the world in which we live and work, our dependence on science and technology demands a high level of science literacy for all New Zealanders. The curriculum is designed to help students explore issues and make responsible and considered decisions about the use of science and technology in the environment.
Developing students interests in and understanding of, the knowledge and process of science, provides the basis of many future careers and career pathways.
This subject is a prerequisite for Year 12 Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Achievement Standard 1.1 (AS90186): Carry out a practical science investigation with direction.
4 credits (Internal)
Achievement Standard 1.2 (AS 90187): Process information to describe a use of science knowledge with direction.
2 credits (Internal)
Achievement Standard 1.3 (AS90188): Describe aspects of biology.
5 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 1.4 (AS90189): Describe aspects of chemistry.
5 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 1.5 (AS90190): Describe aspects of geology.
3 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 1.6 (AS90191): Describe aspects of physics.
5 Credits (External)
Achievement Standard 1.7 (AS90192): Describe aspects of astronomy.
2 credits (External)
Students achieve credits in Level 2 of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement. 24 credits are offered in a year.
NCEA Level 1 Science or HOD discretion
Ecology: The relationships of plants and animals including man, and its effect on the environment
Biology of the cell
Diversity of life form and function
Genetics and Evolution
This course is made up of a selection of internal and external achievement standards.
Internal assessment will include a field study, a laboratory investigation and a research assignment.
Biology is the study of life itself, an exiting prospect for anyone. Level 2 Biology is a prerequisite for Level 3 Biology. For anyone intending to follow the Sciences, Geography or those going into Nursing, Biology gives an important background to their studies. Career prospects are excellent for those pursuing Science as a degree course. The Biological Sciences are highly regarded by many employers, including Crown and private industry.
Achievement Standard 2.1 (AS90457): Carry out a practical biological investigation with supervision.
3 credits (Internal)
Achievement Standard 2.2 (AS 90769): Research the interaction between humans and an aspect of biology.
3 credits (Internal)
Achievement Standard 2.3 (AS90459): Describe genetic variation and change.
3 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 2.4 (AS90460): Investigate an interrelationship or pattern in an ecological population or community.
3 credits (Internal)
Achievement Standard 2.5 (AS90461): Describe concepts and processes relating to ecology.
3 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 2.6 (AS90462): Describe diversity in the structure and function of animals.
3 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 2.7 (AS90463): Describe diversity in the structure and function of plants.
3 credits (External)
Achievement Standard 2.8 (AS90464): Describe cell structure and function.
3 credits (External)
| rinciples | Ext | 5 |
Physics is available to both year 12 (NCEA level 2) and year 13 (NCEA level 3) students. The prerequisite for year 12 Physics is NCEA level 1 General Science or Physics. The prerequisite for year 13 Physics is NCEA level 2 Physics.
Both Physics courses have a laboratory based practical component, which is internally assessed. The students are given preparation to sit external exams for the rest of their credits. Both courses can contribute 24 credits towards the National Certificate of Educational Achievement.
Course content is subject to review by both the Ministry of Education and Chanel College. The table below shows the 2005 courses. The current prospectus should be checked for any changes.
| Achievement Standard | Topic | Internal or External | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 AS90252 | Take measurements of physical quantities and analyse data graphically to determine a relationship | Int | 4 |
| 2.3 AS90254 | Demonstrate understanding of waves | Ext | 4 |
| 2.4 AS90255 | Demonstrate understanding of mechanics | Ext | 6 |
| 2.5 AS90256 | Demonstrate understanding of atoms and radioactivity | Ext | 2 |
| 2.6 AS90257 | Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism | Ext | 5 |
| 2.7 AS90258 | Demonstrate understanding of physics in an integrated context | Int | 3 |
| Achievement Standard | Topic | Internal or External | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 AS90518 | Carry out a practical physics experiment that leads to a mathematical relationship | Int | 4 |
| 3.2 AS90519 | Process uncertainties in data and graphs | Int | 2 |
| 3.3 AS90520 | Demonstrate understanding of wave systems | Ext | 4 |
| 3.4 AS90521 | Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems | Ext | 6 |
| 3.5 AS90522 | Demonstrate understanding of atoms, photons and nuclei | Ext | 3 |
| 3.6 AS90523 | Demonstrate understanding electrical systems | Ext | 5 |
