Level 2 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Asplet-Tagg.
Study extreme organisms, stars, planetary systems, NZ geology, scientific investigations
In this course, you will be studying the adaptations of organisms that live in extreme environments such as the deep ocean or the Antarctic, as well as the life cycle of stars and the characteristics of planetary systems. You will also learn about the geological processes of an area in New Zealand, and how to plan and carry out scientific investigations.
Pathway
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
Earth and Space Science 2.1 - Carry out a practical Earth and Space Science investigation
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Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality
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Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment
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Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems