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.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
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
NZQA Info
This course is taken by students from L1SCK - NCEA Level 1 Science classes
Pathway Possibilities
Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Air Force Aviator, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Anaesthetic Technician, Animal Care Attendant, Zoologist, Beekeeper, Chemist, Aquaculture Farmer, Marine Biologist, Author, Glazier, Microbiologist, Baker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Biochemist, Metal Worker,
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.