Southland Boys’ High School Southland Boys’ High School

NCEA Level 1 Science Knowledge

L1SCK
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr I. Welsh.

Recommended Prior Learning

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

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.

Learning Areas:

Science


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).

Pathway

NCEA Level 2 Biology, NCEA Level 2 Chemistry, NCEA Level 2 Physics

Career Pathways

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



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
• 1 x 1B5 exercise book

• Pens and pencils

Course Cost $12.50

										

								


				





    

        
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:
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.