Level 2 Biology
12BIOL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Edwards
This subject involves the study of living things. It includes:
- Gene Expression – how genes work
- Genetics variation & change
- Socio Scientific issue
- Carry out a practical investigation
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $35.00).
Recommended Prior Learning
Reasonable success in Level 1 Achievement Standards in Science or at the discretion of the HOD.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91153 v2 Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91157 v2 Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| A.S. 91158 v2 Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91159 v2 Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91602 v2 Biology 3.2 - Integrate biological knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue | 3 |
I |
3 |
Y |
3r,3w * |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 3
* 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.
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.