Level 2 Geography
12GEO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs A. Bossenger
Geography is the study of the environment around us. We look at aspects of physical, human and environmental geography, developing an in-depth understanding of the interactions that occur between the cultural and natural environments at the local and global scale. Students will be building on their knowledge of the processes that form New Zealand by conducting fieldwork in Tongariro National Park, this will involve a three day fieldtrip staying and researching the environment. They will be further developing their knowledge of the application of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) skills developing the ability to use and apply ARCGIS software which is used in many industries today.
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$50 for Workbook and course materials
2B8 exercise book, Blue or Black pens, Ruler, Highlighters, Refill, Clearfile.
Pencils, protractor, Colouring pencils.
There will be a fieldtrip cost for the three day trip to Tongariro National Park of aproximately $120-150
Recommended Prior Learning
12 credits in NCEA Level 1 Geography or approval from HOF.
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. 91240 v2 Geography 2.1 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of a large natural environment | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w |
|
| A.S. 91243 v2 Geography 2.4 - Apply geography concepts and skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91244 v3 Geography 2.5 - Conduct geographic research with guidance | 2 |
I |
5 |
Y |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91245 v3 Geography 2.6 - Explain aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91246 v3 Geography 2.7 - Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91247 v2 Geography 2.8 - Apply spatial analysis, with guidance, to solve a geographic problem | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
Y |
|
Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
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