NCEA Level 1
Everyday Science 2015 - 2016
Introduction
Level 1 Everyday Science is a two year course, of 3– 4 topics per year, that works towards gaining 12 - 16
Level One credits for NCEA each year. All of the standards are assessed internally. You are expected to
attend class on a regular basis and complete all of the course work and the associated assessment tasks. The
topics offered will be different each year.
Level 1 Science Topics
(Not necessarily in
order covered)
Main Topics
Standard
Credits
Lit
Agricultural
and
Horticultural
Science 1.2
AS 90157
v4
4
Int
N
N
Num
Demonstrate practical
skills used in
agricultural or
horticultural
production
Demonstrate practical skills involves:
• selection and use of appropriate
equipment, materials and conditions
when
demonstrating the skill
• carrying out skills in a safe manner
• achieving the required outcome.
Carry out a practical
investigation in a
biological context,
with direction
● Plan and carry out a biological
investigation
● Collect and process quantitative data
● Interpret the results and write a
report of your findings
Biology 1.1
AS 90925
v1
4
Int
N
Y
Demonstrate
understanding of
carbon cycling
● Use data, information and pictures to
decribe the addition, removal and
storage of carbon.
● Present your information in an
appropriate manner.
Science 1.14
AS 90953 v1
4
Int
N
N

Collect evidence from an
investigation and relate it to the
scientific theory relevant to the
issue
Collect secondary data and the
identify the scientific theory
relevant to the issue under
investigation.
Science 1.4
AS 90943
v2
4
Int
N
N
Investigate the
implications of the
properties of metals
for their use in society
● Collect information about the
implications of the properties of
metals and society.
● Collect data about the physical and
chemical properties of metals.
● Present this information in a suitable
form.
Science 1.7
AS 90946
v2
4
Int
N
N
Investigate selected
chemical reactions
● Collect information about chemical
reactions.
● This data will come from
experiments carried out by the
student, as well as information
gathered from other sources.
● Present your results and information
in a report.
Science 1.8
AS 90947
4
Int
N
N
Unit
Standard
18986
2
Int
N
N
Total
26
Investigate
implications of heat
for everyday life
Select and use
scientific equipment

People credited with this unit standard
are able to select and use scientific
equipment.
(over 2
years)
RESOURCES:
You will be issued with notes and other resources throughout the course that you will need to refer to
during your class work and your Assessments.
HOMEWORK:
This will mainly consist of appropriate exercises set by the teacher in order to foster understanding of the
topic being covered. It is important that you complete this homework as it forms an integral part of your
science course. You should also spend time each week reviewing your work so that you are adequately
prepared for tests / assessments Tests and school exams are important opportunities to clarify your
understanding of concepts as well as practise writing clear, accurate, detailed responses.
If at any stage you feel you are having difficulty coping with your work, please see your teacher.
ASSESSMENTS:
The Science course offers seven internal achievement standards over two years:
AS 90925 (BIO 1.1) – Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction.
AS 90953 (Sci 1.14) – Demonstrate understanding of carbon cycling.
AS 90943 (Sci.1.4) – Investigate implications of heat for everyday life.
AS 90955 ( Sci 1.16) AS 90946 (Sci 1.7) - Investigate the implications of the properties of metals for their use
in society.
AS 90157 (AG and Hort 1.2) - Demonstrate practical skills used in agricultural or horticultural
Production.
AS 90947 (Sci 1.8) - Investigate selected chemical reactions.
US 18986 - Select and use scientific equipment.
There will be only one assessment opportunity offered for each internal standard therefore it is important
that you follow instructions very carefully, complete formative work and take on board any feedback from
your teacher.
For internal assessments, it is important that you are not given an unfair advantage over others by being
allowed to hand work in late or by submitting work which is not your own. Please read the Linwood College
NCEA Information Booklet carefully as it provides additional guidance.
STATIONARY REQUIREMENTS:
To ensure that you can access all your course work during the year, particularly for the assessments, all
your notes and exercises are to be completed in a 1B8 Exercise book. It is essential that work for internal
standards be organised. This body of work will be referred to as a science ‘portfolio’ and will be used for
authenticity purposes.
STUDENT OBLIGATIONS:
1
2
3
4
Ensure you understand the year 11 Everyday Science assessment programme and policy.
Ensure you understand the requirements of each assessment being completed
Check thoroughly the accuracy of the assessment by your teacher when work is returned.
Discuss problems/concerns with your teacher /HOLA Science
Have an enjoyable year.