Level 2 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Harrison.
This course offers students an overview of Chemistry which covers the following topics: structure and bonding, energy changes, organic compounds, acid-base titrations, principles of chemical reactivity, oxidation and reduction. Due to the nature of the chemicals used in this class students will be required to wear closed-toe shoes for all practical work.
This course is an important building block for anyone who is considering studying Chemistry, Engineering, Health Sciences or Nursing at University.
Recommended Prior Learning
Reasonable success in Year 11 Science.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Workbooks are available for purchase (approximately $30.00).
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
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
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Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis