L1SCK

NCEA Level 1 Science Knowledge

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr I. Welsh.

This Level 1 Science Course is intended for those who wish to enter a  career in Trades or those who may seek a university or polytechnic qualifications in Technology or Health-related vocations.  

The course content ranges from topics including: micro-organisms and food; heat energy and its transfer.  All credits are internally obtained (no external exams).

It also covers a choice of topics such as Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.  

As a field of study, science is a prerequisite for entry into science and technology-based careers.

Recommended Prior Learning

Students entering Level 1 Science will have completed a satisfactory achievement inYear 10 NCEA Science course.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

• 1 x 1B5 exercise book
• Pens and pencils
Course Cost $12.50

Pathway

Assessment Information

Internal Standards are assessed using a mixture of open book and closed book assessments. There is no provision for reassessments.

External Standards assessed in November by way of exam.
External Standards include a choice of one or more of the following:
Science 1.1 (4 crd); Science 1.5 (4 crd); Science 1.9 (4 crd).

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91920 v4
NZQA Info
Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a science-informed response to a local issue
4
4
4
4
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92020 v3
NZQA Info
Chemistry and Biology 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a microorganism and the environment

This course is taken by Students from L1SCK - NCEA Level 1 Science classes

Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92045 v3
NZQA Info
Physics, Earth and Space Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of a physical phenomenon through investigation

This course is taken by students from L1SCK - NCEA Level 1 Science classes

5
5
5
5
5
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 5
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Southland Boys' High School endeavours to timetable courses depending on students' needs, interests and future plans.  Many factors can influence whether a course is able to be offered in the following year.  These can include:

  • Student demand
  • Staff availability
  • Resourcing

These factors can also impact on timetabling, and as a result students will be asked for input about any clashes that may occur.

Where a course is not able to be run, students' back-up subjects will be used.  If there are issues with student selections and the timetabling process, students will have the opportunity to make a decision in conjunction with staff input on the best solution.