Riccarton High School
This course requires 2 options.
Level 2 Physics
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Napier.
This course is for those students who want to build on their interest and knowledge gained from Physics content in Level 1 Science. It focuses on Mechanics (including forces, projectile and circular motion), Electricity (static, dc circuits and electromagnetism), Waves, Atoms and the practical skills needed to carry out a Physics investigation. The students can take P2.2 OR P2.5, but not both.
(It is suggested that the student will take a level 2 Mathematics course in 2025 if they are looking at studying level 3 Physics in 2026.)
This course provides a foundation for further study at tertiary level in fields such as Physics, Health Science, Architecture and Engineering.
Entry is dependent on completing the Physics COLLECTOR PIECES available throughout the 1SCI course. If you have less than 4 collector pieces and want entry to 2PHY, please discuss this with Ms Napier.
Recommended Prior Learning
12 credits in NCEA Level 1 Science which should include an achieved grade in a Physics Standard (Science 1.1 or Physics 1.1) and NCEA Level 1 Mathematics, or by consultation with Ms Napier.
Approximate Costs and Equipment/Stationery
Physics flight $60 (optional).
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
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Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
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Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
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Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics
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Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
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