Level 2 Chemistry 2015
Introduction
Level Two Chemistry is a full year course, of five topics, that works towards gaining 19 Level Two NCEA
credits. You are expected to attend class on a regular basis and complete all of the course and the
associated assessment tasks.
In this course three of the standards are assessed internally (10 credits), the two remaining standards are
externally assessed (9 credits). You will need to gain at least 14 credits in Level 2 Chemistry to be eligible
for entry into the Level 3 Chemistry course.
Topics and Assessment (in order covered)
Topic
Redox
Reactions
Aqueous
Chemistry
Acid-Base
Reactions
Structure and
Bonding
Organic
Chemistry
Achievement
Standard No.
AS 91167 v2
(Chem 2.7)
Internal
AS 91162 v2
(Chem 2.2)
Internal
AS 91161 v2
(Chem 2.1 )
Internal
AS 91164 v2
(Chem 2.4)
External
AS 91165 (v2)
(Chem 2.5)
External
Description
Credits
Assessment
Date
Demonstration understanding of
oxidation-reduction
3
Term 1 Week 7
(Summative)
Carry out procedures to identify
ions present in solution
3
Term 2 Week 4
(Summative)
Carry out quantitative analysis
4
Term 2 Week 11
(Summative)
5
Term 3 Week 6
(Formative)
4
Term 4 Week 2
(Formative)
Demonstrate understanding of
bonding, structure, properties
and energy changes
Demonstrate understanding of
the properties of selected
organic compounds
There will be reassessment opportunities for Chemistry 2.1, 2.2 and 2.7 internal assessments. These will be
done during ‘Science Study’ time, therefore it is important that you follow instructions very carefully,
complete formative work and take on board any feedback from your teacher. The re-assessment must be
started and completed in a timely manner following the teaching of the topic.
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. NZQA Guidelines apply for all
assessments. It is important that you have a clear understanding of these. Refer to your ‘Student
Handbook’ and if you are unsure if any aspect talk with your teacher prior to completing any assessment.
There is only one assessment opportunity for external Achievement Standards. These are in late November
and will be examined by NZQA in an external exam. There will be practice assessment opportunities for
these external standards during the year in the form of quizzes, end of topic tests and school exams.
Resources:
You will be issued with a write on workbook ‘Beginning Chemistry Workbook’ at a cost of $30. You will
need to bring this workbook to class each day and it will be used at home for homework. Please take good
care of it as it is a valuable resource used throughout the year and for the final NCEA exams.
The Linwood College Science Learning Area website is an online learning environment that you will be
expected to visit to complete quizzes, contribute to forums, access resources and important notices. Save
this link on your home computer: http://tinyurl.com/LCSciencePage
Homework:
Homework will be a combination of tasks set from the text book, the website and other relevant exercises
assigned by your teacher. It is important that you complete these as they form 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. 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.
Stationary Requirements:
To ensure that you can access all your course work during the year, particularly for the external standards,
all your notes and exercises are to be completed in a 1B8 Hardcover exercise book. It is essential that work
for internal standards is organised following the guidelines provided by your teacher. You will be provided
with folders or plastic sleeves to store all assessment materials.
Student Obligations:

Ensure you have a clear understanding of the Level 2 Chemistry assessment programme and policy.

Standard laboratory safety procedures MUST be followed at all times.
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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.
Ms Bugler