12 Earth and Space Science 1
12SE1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Sam Dockery.
PrerequisitesFrom 11SI1 General Science: Achieved or higher in all three of the Acids and Bases MCEA, Genetics NCEA and the Mechanics NCEA assessments.
From 11SD1 Double Science: Achieved or higher in all three of the Chemical reactions MCEA, Mammals End of topic test and the Electricity, Magnetism and Waves MCEA assessments.
Students will:
Explore the wonders of the Solar System, from tiny specks in the middle of a Nebula to the grandest explosions in the universe in a Supernova!
Delve into the inner machinations of the Earth and see how these mysteries can ferment into breathtaking volcanos, tragic tsunami and devastating earthquakes.
Undertake practical experimentation to predict meteor impacts and research how you could survive in the harsh vacuum of space!
Investigate the tiniest of plants and animal structures making your own mircoscope slides and viewing them at up to 400 times their actual size.
•Be recommended to continue with Level 3 Earth and Space Science
Students will sit 91160 which only has levels of achievement up to Merit. The whole course is achievable at all levels,
Faculties:
Pathway Career Pathways
Mining Engineer, Science Technician, Meteorologist, Geologist, Geophysicist
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery*12ES1* - Supplementary costs: Approx $30