Level 2 Chemistry (2CHE)
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Stephens, Mr S. Berndt.
Learning in Chemistry is fundamental to understanding the world in which we live and work. Chemistry is the “central science” which overlaps with both Biology and Physics, so is an ideal subject to combine with either of these. This course is designed for any student who has an interest in Science and intends to continue to tertiary study. Level 2 Chemistry is an academic course with the focus being on the three external achievement standards.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy changes
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Chemistry 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds
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Chemistry 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity
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Chemistry 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction
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Chemistry 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation into a substance present in a consumer product using quantitative analysis