Level 3 Chemistry
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Boyes.
What will I learn? You will further your knowledge of structure and bonding, including periodic trends and intermolecular forces. Both enthalpy and entropy changes will be used to predict the spontaneity of reactions. Further organic families and reaction types will be introduced to elaborate on the reactions from L2, including condensation and hydrolysis reactions. A greater understanding of equilibrium systems, including those of weak acids, weak bases, buffers, and sparingly soluble solids, will be gained using both quantitative and qualitative approaches. You will explain the chemical processes involved in the world around us and their effect on people and the environment.
Where does it lead? This is a University Entrance approved course that leads to a range of disciplines, including health sciences, veterinary science, engineering, technology, and dietetics.
Course Overview
Term 1
Weeks 1 - 4: 91393 Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes (Internal - 3 credits)
Weeks 5 - 10: 91391 Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds (External - 5 credits)
Term 2
Weeks 1 - 7: 91392 Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous systems (External - 5 credits)
Weeks 8 - 10: 91388 Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry (Internal - 3 credits)
Term 3
Weeks 1 - 7: 91390 Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances (External - 5 credits)
What should I have already done?
Demonstrated a broad understanding of some of the components of the L2 Chemistry course.
Course Contribution
No cost.
Pathway
Level 3 Chemistry is useful for careers in Medical & Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Forensic Science, Nanotechnology and Veterinary Science .
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Chemistry 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry
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Chemistry 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us
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Chemistry 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the properties of particles and substances
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Chemistry 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds
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Chemistry 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous systems
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Chemistry 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Registered Nurse, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Paramedic, Anaesthetist, Veterinary Nurse, Zoologist, Chemist, Chemical Engineer, Biochemist, Phlebotomist, Brewer, Physician, Surgeon, Science Technician, Podiatrist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Dentist, Dietitian, Forensic Scientist, General Practitioner, Psychiatrist, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Environmental/Public Health Officer, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Health and Safety Adviser, Health Promoter, Veterinarian, Medical Laboratory Technician, Winemaker, Physiotherapist, Viticulturist, Epidemiologist,
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025