APH2
This course requires 2 options.

Applied Physics 2

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Kieran McGirr.

This course is designed for those that require a higher proportion of internal credits without compromising the ability to take Level 3 Physics.  It is suitable for those that require Physics in a trade situation (e.g. electrician) or for leading towards degree that requires Physics but where Physics is not a major focus (e.g. Veterinary science)

Accelerate students and those looking towards a degree with a major Physics component (e.g. Engineering) or those considering sitting the Scholarship Physics exam in level 3, should choose to take PHY2.

Physics is the study of the relationship between matter and energy.

  • Mechanics
  • Electricity and Electromagnetism
  • Atomic and nuclear physics
  • Practical investigations
  • Application of Physics to a selected context

Course Overview

Term 1
Demonstrate understanding of Atomic & Nuclear physics.
AS 91172 Phy 2.5 (3 Credits Internal)
Topics covered: Atomic structure, Radioactivity, Radioactive decay, Fission, Fusion

Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems.
AS 91523 Phy 2.4 (6 Credits External)
Topics covered: Motion under constant acceleration, Projectile motion, Circular motion, , Forces, Torque, Equilibrium, Energy & Momentum.

Term 2
Continuation of mechanical systems.

Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship.
AS 91168 Phy 2.1 (4 Credits Internal)
Topics covered: Significant figures, Scientific method, Data collection, Data transformations, Accuracy and precision, Graphing, and Report writing.

Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems.
AS 91526 Phy 2.6 (6 Credits External)
Topics covered: Electric fields, Electrostatic forces, Series and Parallel circuits, Voltage, Current, Resistance, Power, Magnetic fields, Magnetic forces, Motors, Induction, and Generators.

Term 3
Continuation of electrical systems.

Demonstrate an understanding of wave systems.
AS 91170 Phy 2.3 (4 Credits External)
Topics covered: Optics (Reflection and Refraction, Curved mirrors, Lenses, Total internal reflection) and Wave theory (Transverse and Longitudinal Waves, Diffraction, Refraction, Reflection, Interference, Superposition, Standing waves, Two point source interference).

Term 4
Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context.
AS 91169 Phy 2.2 ($ Credits Internal)


Revision

Prerequisites

If you did not take a pathway course at Level 1, or achieved fewer than 8 credits externally in that course, you will need HOD approval.

A sound level of algebra/maths is required for this course.

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91168 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.1 - Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 8

A.S. 91169 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
3
3
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 4

A.S. 91171 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
6
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 5

A.S. 91172 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 2

A.S. 91173 v2
NZQA Info
Physics 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism
6
6
6
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 5

Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0