LEVEL TWO

Code: L2CHE

Course Description

This course looks at the fundamental building blocks of materials (elements), and the compounds they form. It studies chemical reactions, describes how properties of substances are related to their bonding, and how this relates to their use. Experimental work is a large component of this course.

Vocational Pathways: Construction and Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Technology, Primary Industries, Social and Community Services and Creative Industries

Assessment

Up to 19 credits selected from the list below

Internal

91910: Quantitative analysis in a consumer product (4 credits)

91911: Identify ions using qualitative analysis (3 credits)

91167: Understanding of oxidation and reduction (3 credits)

External

91164: Bonding structure and energy changes (5 credits)

91165: Organic Chemistry (4 credits)

91166: Chemical reactivity (4 credits)

Entry Criteria

12 credits Level 1 Science including 1.8 (Chemical Reactions) or 1.5 (Acids & Bases) 12 Credits Level 1 Mathematics or

with approval of HoD Science or TiC Chemistry

LEVEL THREE

Code: L3CHE

Course Description

This course provides an opportunity to study the impact of chemistry on the everyday world, especially as related to New Zealand. It further develops the skills of research, problem solving, questioning, calculating and accurate analysis.

Vocational Pathway: Health Sciences, Veterinary Science, Engineering and Agricultural Science, Laboratory Technician, Pathology, Forensics, Pharmacy, and Environmental Science.

Assessment

Up to 20 credits selected from the list below:

Internal

91387: Investigation in chemistry involving quantitative analysis (4 credits)

91388: Spectroscopic data in chemistry (3 credits)

91389: Chemical processes in the world around us (3 credits) (R + W)

91393: Understanding oxidation and reduction processes (3 credits)

External:

91390: Thermochemical principles and properties of particles and substances (5 credits) 91391: Equilibrium principles in aqueous systems (5 Credits)

91392: Properties of organic compounds (5 credits)

Entry Criteria

Level 2 Chemistry: 12 credits or with approval of HoD Science or TiC Chemistry