2CHE - Level 2 Chemistry
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Sheehan.
An introduction to basic chemical principles by studying the reactions involved with solutions, acids and bases, and organic substances. Level 2 Chemistry is a pre-requisite for many courses and careers such as health science and engineering.
Recommended Prior Learning
15 credits from Science required, high achievement in the chemistry topic is HIGHLY recommended.
Pathway
Assessment Information
Of the three external standards listed, only two will be assessed. Students may choose individually to prepare for the third external standard outside of class time.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.
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
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Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out an investigation into chemical species present in a sample using qualitative analysis