Level 3 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr J. Grigg.
You will learn to:
• develop an appreciation of the chemistry in the modern world
• work logically through problem solving situations
• gain an appreciation of chemical concepts and processes
• interpret spectroscopic data • recognise and discuss different types of chemical reactions
• carry out practical work, make observations, take and record measurements and evaluate techniques and processes
*Typically students choose to complete either 3 externals and the 2 internals 913884, 91392 or 2 externals and all 3 internals
Recommended Prior Learning
Completion of Level 2 Chemistry strongly recommended.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry
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Chemistry 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us
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Chemistry 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances
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Chemistry 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds
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Chemistry 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous systems
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Chemistry 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
* PLEASE NOTE
For senior courses, standards listed are indicative only and are subject to change.