Level 2 Biology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs N. Gelston
Biology is the Science of Life and is a useful subject for many career pathways such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, health and physical education, horticulture, agriculture, farming, teaching and in the food industry. It is also a subject of general interest for many people, in areas such as conservation, wildlife, stem cell research, genetic engineering and general health & well-being.
Course Description: Ecology and Conservation; Students look at living organisms within their environment, and study a community at the rocky shore. Cells; Students investigate cells using the microscope and look at cell processes. Adaptation; Students study adaptations of plants or animals. Genetics and Evolution; This section involves the study of genetic variation, change and gene expression.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$30 Field Trip to Raglan
$25 SciPad Workbooks
2B6 Exercise Book
Ruler
Highlighter
Recommended Prior Learning
Must have attained three external Science Standards at Level 1 with a Merit grade or better or HOF approval.
Pathway
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 5
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 10
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Term: 4, Week: 4
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Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 4
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 5
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Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 4
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