13CHE

Level 3 - Chemistry

Course Description

Chemistry plays a crucial role in our understanding of the natural and physical world and enables us to make informed decisions about various aspects of our lives. Including:

  • Understanding material properties: chemistry helps us comprehend the properties of different materials, including their structure, composition, and behaviour.
  • Consumer product choices: chemistry provides the foundation for evaluating consumer products. By understanding the chemical composition and potential effects of substances, we can make informed choices about the products we use.
  • Resource management: chemistry contributes to the efficient management of resources. Through chemical analysis and processes, we can identify and optimize the use of materials, reduce waste generation, and develop recycling techniques.
  • Pharmaceuticals and healthcare: chemistry plays a pivotal role in the development and production of pharmaceuticals.
  • Environmental protection: chemistry offers tools and knowledge to protect the environment. Chemists develop substances and technologies to mitigate pollution, remediate contaminated sites, and ensure the sustainable use of resources.
  • Advanced materials and energy sources: chemistry enables the development of advanced materials with unique properties.

By providing both practical and theoretical techniques, the study of chemistry fosters curiosity and a deeper understanding of the material world. It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to address challenges, make informed decisions, and contribute to scientific advancements and societal well-being.

By providing both practical and theoretical techniques, the study of chemistry fosters curiosity and a deeper understanding of the material world. It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to address challenges, make informed decisions, and contribute to scientific advancements and societal well-being.

At NCEA Level 3 the course focuses on furthering understanding in atomic structure and bonding, thermochemistry, organic chemistry, reduction and oxidation as well as aqueous chemistry and spectrochemistry.

Chemistry links into many courses at university, or may be studied as a major course for a science degree. It is a compulsory prerequisite for entry into New Zealand engineering and veterinary science courses and overseas medical schools.   It is highly recommended for New Zealand medical schools (a bridging course will need to be undertaken if you do not have Level 3 chemistry).

Pre-requisites

Level 2 chemistry with minimum Achieved and preferably Merit grades in all achievement standards. If a student voids (SNA) a Level 2 chemistry external examination, they will not be given entry to this course.

Course Specific Costs

$70 - consumables

Pathway

Chemistry links into many courses at university, or may be studied as a major course for a science degree.

Career opportunities are plentiful – for example, healthcare, engineering, veterinary, environment and conservation, food production and technology, agriculture and horticulture, pharmaceuticals, energy amongst many others.

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: 21
Internal Assessed Credits: 6
External Assessed Credits: 15
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91388 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91390 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91391 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91392 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous systems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91393 v2
NZQA Info

Chemistry 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 21
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21

Disclaimer

Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs. 

The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.