L2 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Limmer.
L2 Earth and Space Science
Students will study the necessary technological modifications required to enable life in space. This will cover the features of an extreme environment, and the ability of extreme environments to sustain life as well as the formation of volcanoes and meteorite craters.
They will then learn about the formation of stars, black holes and planetary systems, and investigate the size of meteor craters, as well as learning the maps of some of the brightest stars in the night sky.
Curriculum Skills:
- Understanding that scientists have an obligation to connect ideas to current and historical research.
- Conduct investigations to extend scientific knowledge.
- Consider the wider implications of scientific findings and how they could be used in the future to further understanding of the world around us.
- Develop a coherent understanding of socio-scientific issues such as space travel and the potential of creating a society in space in the future.
This course leads directly to L3 Earth and Space Science. If you do well in this course you may also be able to move on to L3 Biology on a case-by-case basis.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
1B8 or refill and folders for notes/diagrams
Pathway
If you do well in this course you may also be able to move on to L3 Biology on a case-by-case basis.
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: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
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Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: Selection of a course does not guarantee entry into the course. Courses may not run due to low numbers, and timetable clashes may occur. Entry into a course may depend on prior performance in the subject area at the Dean and/or Head of Faculty's discretion. In any of the above listed situations, the student will be consulted about alternative courses during the course confirmation process.