L2 Earth & Space Science
ESS21 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss M. Butler
Earth & Space Science looks into topics such as the environment, the structure of the earth, and astronomy. This subject is a balanced mix of both practical and academic activities.
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
L2 Earth & Space Science Learning workbook
Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry
Standards Available
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| 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. 91189 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality | 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. 91191 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the causes of extreme Earth events in New Zealand | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91192 v2 Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
Total Credits |
||||||
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.