John Paul II High School
Level 3 Chemistry
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs E. Motu.
Level 3 Chemistry is a course which builds on Level 2 Chemistry.
In Chemistry, students will:
- Investigate and measure the chemical and physical properties of a range of groups of substances, for example, acids and bases, oxidants and reductants, and selected organic and inorganic compounds
- Relate properties of matter to structure and bonding
- Develop an understanding of and use the fundamental concepts of chemistry (for example, equilibrium and thermochemical principles) to interpret observations
- Apply knowledge of chemistry to explain aspects of the natural world and how chemistry is used in society to meet needs, resolve issues, and develop new technologies
This is a course that aims to extend the understanding of fundamental chemical concepts and is designed to provide an opportunity to discuss the impact of Chemistry on everyday life.
The course provides a body of knowledge suitable for students who will not continue Chemistry as well as for those who intend to study the subject at tertiary level.
Subject Overview
Term 1
AS91388 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry. - Analytical report.
AS91393 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes. - Written report.
Term 2
Field Trip to University of Canterbury Chemistry Department
AS91387 - Carry out an investigation in chemistry involving quantitative analysis - Experiment/Titration at UC.
AS91390 - Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances -
written exam
Term 3
AS91389 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us - Internally assessed worth 3 credits - written report.
AS91391 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds - Externally assessed worth 5 credits - written exam
Term 4
Revision and preparation for examination.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 2 Chemistry
Pathway
Students who study Chemistry will have an understanding of how matter transforms in chemical reactions and use techniques to measure the energy and mass changes during these reactions, and evaluate the properties of different substances. The knowledge and skills they will demonstrate in this subject is an important step towards understanding the world around them, and will ensure they are capable and adept employees.
Assessment Information
Assessment is a combination of internal assessments and an external examination. Internal assessment occurs periodically throughout the year and the external examination is held in Term 4.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
This subject is approved for University Entrance.
External
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 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us
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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 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 23
This subject forms part of the requirement for University Entrance
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