Physics NCEA Level 3 | 13PHY |
UE:
This is an ‘approved subject’ for University Entrance.Background:
NCEA Level 3 Physics requires skills and knowledge from Year 12 Physics. Students who have less than 12 credits at Level 2 or less than Grade D in AS should consult the Faculty Head about their likelihood of successful progress.Course Description:
The course covers Level 2 physics skills and content in greater depth including: rotation, SHM, interference, Doppler, AC theory, atomic spectra and the photoelectric effect.Achievement Standards:
| Level | Standard | Description | Credits | Int\Ext | Opt\Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 91523 | Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems | 4 | External | Compulsory |
| 3 | 91524 | Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems | 6 | External | Compulsory |
| 3 | 91526 | Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems | 6 | External | Compulsory |
| 3 | 91521 | Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship | 4 | Internal | Compulsory |
| 3 | 91525 | Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics | 3 | Internal | Compulsory |
Assessment Summary:
| Level | Type | Int\Ext | Opt\Comp | Standards | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Achievement | External | Compulsory | 3 | 16 |
| 3 | Achievement | Internal | Compulsory | 2 | 7 |