Level 3 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Heath.
In year 13 chemistry we look at building on your chemistry knowledge from the year 12 chemistry. We go into more depth on atomic structure, organics, titrations and redox. But we also look at completely new topics such as spectroscopy, aqueous systems and topics which link in with university level work. The internals are all experiment based and require precision and accuracy which will need to be improved on from year 12. We also go on a field trip to the University of Canterbury where we get a tour of their million dollar chemistry equipment and then we spend the afternoon doing experiments in their fancy labs- a highlight of the year! This course will give you the platform you need for any pathway into engineering, health sciences, biochemistry and any other science career.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 2 Chemistry
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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NZQA Info
Chemistry 3.1 - Carry out an investigation in chemistry involving quantitative analysis
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Chemistry 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry
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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: 25
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.