NCEA Subject Detail

Chemistry NCEA Level 2

12CHE

UE:

This subject leads to an approved UE course of study. Standards marked (N) may be used towards meeting the Level 1 Numeracy requirements.

Background:

Chemistry NCEA Level 2 requires skills and knowledge from Science NCEA Level 1. Students will have gained over 12 credits in the Science NCEA Level 1 course including the achievement standard “Aspects of Acids and Bases” or else they will need to consult with the Faculty Head about their likelihood of success.

Course Description:

Achievement Standards:

Level	Standard	Description	Credits	Int\Ext	Opt\Comp
2	91164	Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes	5	External	Compulsory
2	91165	Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds	4	External	Compulsory
2	91166	Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity	4	External	Compulsory
2	91161(N)	Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out quantitative analysis	4	Internal	Compulsory
2	91162	Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out procedures to identify ions present in solution	3	Internal	Compulsory
2	91167	Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction	3	Internal	Compulsory

Assessment Summary:

Level	Type	Int\Ext	Opt\Comp	Standards	Credits
2	Achievement	External	Compulsory	3	13
2	Achievement	Internal	Compulsory	3	10