Level 2 Chemistry
12CHE Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs A. Horrack
Chemistry is the science of matter and as such studies the elements and the compounds they form. The course shows how chemists use their knowledge to meet the needs of society. Chemical knowledge is a requirement or recommended for entry to university courses in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, agriculture, engineering and materials technology.
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$25 Chemistry SciPad workbooks
$5 Additional resources
2B8 Exercise book or Refill pad and Clearfile
Highlighter
Scientific Calculator, eg fx-82AU
Recommended Prior Learning
Must have attained a Merit grade or better in Science 1.5 (Acids and Bases) and Chemistry 1.1 (Practical Investigation), or HOF approval.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91910 v1 Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
|
A.S. 91167 v2
Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction
Assessments: Term: 3, Week: 10 |
2 |
I |
3 |
|||
| A.S. 91166 v2 Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91165 v2 Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91164 v2 Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes | 2 |
E |
5 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 13 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
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