NCEA Level 2 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs R. Blair.
Chemistry affects our daily life and enables us to enjoy the standard of living we have. Chemistry explains how things work. The level 2 Chemistry course aims to provide a solid foundation of skills and concepts on which to base further studies in Chemistry.
What will I do in Level 2 Chemistry?
You will develop your skills of observation in a chemical context, learning to link observations to chemical species. You will learn to work with accuracy and precision when analyzing chemical substances. Practical work will be supported by chemical equations and calculations. The Internal assessments in Level 2 Chemistry will develop practical skills and be supported by chemical equations and calculations.
What will I learn in Level 2 Chemistry?
Level 2 Chemistry is
Understanding how atoms in molecules are held together and how this determines the properties of the molecules.
Understanding the factors that influence rates of reaction, equilibrium reactions and the properties of acids and bases.
The content covered in the two externals will provide an understanding of concepts that will be further developed in Level 3 Chemistry
Recommended Prior Learning
11 Science ; gaining 12 credits in NCEA Level 1 Science including 4 credits from a science external.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery Requirements: 3 x 1B4, highlighter, Scientific calculator.
Pathway
Analytical chemist
Biotechnologist
Chemical engineer
Clinical scientist, biochemistry
Forensic scientist
Nanotechnologist
Pharmacologist
Scientific laboratory technician
Toxicologist
Environmental consultant
Management consultant
Nuclear engineer
Patent attorney
Radiation protection practitioner
Science writer
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.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out quantitative analysis
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Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out procedures to identify ions present in solution
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Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes
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Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds
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Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity
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Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction
Disclaimer
Standards shown on courses are only an indication and not all may be offered at the time of study.