12 Earth and Space Science
12ESS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms G. Thomas
This course covers a wide range of topics including:
- How stars and planetary systems are formed and change through their life cycles
- The interactions between Earth’s four spheres - geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and atmosphere
- A practical investigation into an aspect of Earth and Space Science and how this relates to natural phenomena
- Research into extreme environments on Earth, under the oceans and in Space and the adaptations and/or technologies which enable animals and humans to survive
- How energy from the sun and the centre of the Earth drives important earth cycles and processes.
- Exploring contemporary Earth and Space Science issues and how they are portrayed by the media
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements
Workbook $26 plus possible field trip to Auckland Observatory
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 11 Earth and Space Science is desirable.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91187 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.1 - Carry out a practical Earth and Space Science investigation | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91188 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.2 - Examine an Earth and Space Science issue and the validity of the information communicated to the public | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91190 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91192 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91193 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of physical principles related to the Earth System | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
Astronomy, Meteorology, Environmental Management, Conservation, Geology, Climate Science, Marine Science
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