Level 2 Physics
2PHY Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Napier.
Recommended Prior Learning12 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.
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.
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Approximate Costs and Equipment/StationeryPhysics flight $60 (optional).