Level 2 Physics
02PHY Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Casey
Level 2 Physics builds on the concepts introduced in Level 1 Science (01SPC and 01SBP). Topics include Light and Waves; Classical Mechanics a research based standard that investigates a selected applications of Physics. There is also an optional Electricity and Electromagnetism standard.
Level 2 Physics is an essential step towards studying Physics at Level 3 and tertiary level.
Course Overview
Term 1
Mechanics
Term 2
Mechanics concludes.
Research assignment
Term 3
Waves and Light
Term 4
Preparation for external exams.
Scientific calculator
2B8 Notebook
Recommended Prior Learning
Minimum of 12 credits from Achievement Standards in Level 1 Science, or 8 credits with at least one Merit. A Merit in Mechanics 90940 is recommended. A strong grounding in Mathematics is required and students should be taking a Level 2 Mathematics course. Students not meeting these requirements can also gain entry by approval from HOLA Science.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
A.S. 91169 v2
Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
Assessments: Term: , Week: |
2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91170 v2 Physics 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of waves | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91171 v2 Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics | 2 |
E |
6 |
Y |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91173 v2 Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism | 2 |
E |
6 |
Y |
Y |
|
Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 3 credits.
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