Epsom Girls Grammar School Epsom Girls Grammar School

Level 2 Earth and Space Science

12ESS
Course Description

Teacher 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 - including a trip to the Stardome Observatory.
  • The interactions between Earth’s four spheres - geosphere (including plate tectonics) , hydrosphere, biosphere and atmosphere
  • Practical investigation into how craters form as a result of asteroid impacts.
  • Looking at Extreme Environments on Earth, under the oceans and in Space and the adaptations or technologies which enable animals and humans to survive.
  • An exploration of the geology of the Auckland Volcanic Field - including a field trip to look at the rocks formed by local volcanoes.
  • How energy from the sun and the centre of the Earth drives important earth cycles and processes.





Learning Areas:

Sciences


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Pathway

Level 3 Earth & Space Science

This course would be very useful towards careers in all aspects of science and especially: astronomy, meteorology, environmental management, conservation, geology, marine science, and climate science.

Career Pathways

Mining Engineer, Automotive Electrician, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Emergency Management Officer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Crane Operator, Geologist, Environmental Engineer, Geophysicist, Aeronautical Engineer, Landscape Architect, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Chemist, Statistician, Aquaculture Farmer, Marine Biologist, Fabrication Engineer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Surveyor, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Carpet Cleaner, Urban/Regional Planner, Science Technician, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Diver, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Meteorologist, Environmental Scientist, Forestry Scientist



			
					
					Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements
										

A workbook is recommended for learning enhancement and the cost of this is S26. There is also a field trip to the Auckland Observatory, the approximate cost of this is $15.


Disclaimer

We aim to enable every student to have the course that they prefer, however, some courses have limited places or pre-requisits that may restrict the student's choice.