Kaiapoi High School
Level 2 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Dr R. Lawry, Mr T. Hill.
This course looks at the Earth (Mātai Pūtaiao ā-nuku) and space system (Mātai Kōkōrangi) in a holistic, 'big picture' manner. The goal of the course is to give students a strong understanding of how the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere interact to produce the climate. Alongside these, it also aims to show how the space system creates the conditions required for the Earth to have ended up developing the way it has.
These concepts are relevant for students interested in Astronomy, Geology, and Hydrology. They are also very useful for students interested in Law, Politics, Climate Science, and Agriculture, or simply for those who wish to understand the systems that enable human life on Earth to exist. Other courses such as Geography and History match well with Earth and Space Science and may overlap beneficially.
Course Overview
What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
A.S. 91188 v2: This standard is designed to assess students' ability to critically evaluate an issue in Earth and Space Science, including analyzing the validity of the information communicated to the public about the issue. Students are expected to investigate different sources of information, assess their credibility, and consider the implications of the issue.
A.S. 91190 v2: This standard is designed to assess students' ability to investigate and understand the adaptations and strategies organisms use to survive in extreme environments. The investigation involves exploring specific environments, the challenges they present, and the biological, physiological, and behavioral adaptations that enable organisms to live in these conditions.
A.S. 91191 v2: This standard is designed to assess students' understanding of the geological and meteorological processes that lead to extreme Earth events in New Zealand. Students are expected to explore the causes, effects, and implications of such events, as well as the methods used to study and mitigate their impacts.
A.S. 91192 v2: This standard is designed to assess students' understanding of the formation, characteristics, and evolution of stars and planetary systems. Students are expected to explore astronomical concepts, including the lifecycle of stars, the structure of our solar system, and the methods used to study celestial bodies.
A.S. 91193 v2: This standard is designed to assess students' understanding of the physical principles that govern the Earth system. Students are expected to explore various physical processes and phenomena that shape the Earth, including atmospheric, hydrological, geological, and climatic processes.
Recommended Prior Learning
A background in Level 1 Science is strongly recommended. A background in social science subjects may also be beneficial
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Note-taking stationary and computer.
Pathway
Assessment Information
A.S. 91188 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.2: Research and report.A.S. 91190 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.4: Investigation and report.
A.S. 91191 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.5: Investigation and report.
A.S. 91192 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.6: Research and data collection presented in a report.
A.S. 91193 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.7: Information and data gathering presented in a report.
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.
External
NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 2.2 - Examine an Earth and Space Science issue and the validity of the information communicated to the public
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Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment
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Earth and Space Science 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the causes of extreme Earth events in New Zealand
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Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems
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Earth and Space Science 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of physical principles related to the Earth System
Disclaimer
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it. Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.
Costs
The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2025, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.
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