NCEA Level 3 Physics 301
PHY301 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Pivac.
Recommended Prior LearningCompulsory: 12 credits in Level 2 Physics Achievement standards with at least 4 being from external standards.
Physics 301
The course further develops concepts introduced at Level 2, and introduces more advanced ideas. It aims to help students understand and use concepts, principles and models to explain physical phenomena, systems and devices. Areas of study include translational, rotational and simple harmonic motion, waves, and Practical Physics.
It is highly recommended that students who selected PHY301 are also selecting the External Maths course as a co-requisite
UE Approved Subject
Course Overview
Term 1
Waves and 3.2 research task ( the Physics of Musical instruments)
Mechanics part 1
Term 2
Mechanics part 2 and 3.1 practical task (4 credit internal assessment - practical investigation)
Term 3
Electricity and electromagnetism - basics.
Then a choice between completing the Electricity topic or the 3.7 internal assessment (3 credits) - Use Physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a Socio scientific issue
Term 4
Revsion for external exams
Career Pathways
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Contributions and Equipment/StationeryA Scipad workbook is strongly recommended for classwork and homework ($30).