L3 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Limmer.
NCEA Level 3 Earth and Space Science (3ESS)
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. They will also research into the possibility of life existing elsewhere in our solar system.
Students will then study Earth Systems by learning about the Atmosphere System and the Ocean System, and how these control the global climate. They will also analyse the affects the climate change is having on these processes.
Curriculum Skills:
- Understanding the 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 to University level study.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
1B8 or refill and folder for notes/diagrams\.
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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
External
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
At least 14 Achieved credits are required in an approved subject for the subject to count as an approved University Entrance subject.
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.