Central Hawkes Bay College Central Hawkes Bay College

L3 Physics (L3PHY)

L3PHY
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr L. Bishop.

Recommended Prior Learning

Automatic entry will be given to students who have gained 16 credits from L2PHY.
This must include at least 2 of AS91170, AS91171, AS91173 and Achievement in Maths AS91261.
Must also be taking L3MTS or L3MTC.


The course builds on knowledge and skills gained in L2 Physics, preparing students for tertiary education and careers requiring a high level of specialist Physical understanding. Topics include Mechanics, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism and Atomic and Nuclear Physics. This course is not suitable for students who are taking Gateway.


Learning Areas:

Science


Career Pathways

Mining Engineer, Survey Technician, Aeronautical Engineer, Aeroplane Pilot, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Aircraft Refueller, Product Assembler, Software Developer, Chemist, Architectural Technician, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Medical Physicist, Sound Technician, Electronics Engineer, Acupuncturist, Receptionist, Agricultural Technician, Pathologist, Marine Biologist, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, Science Technician, Podiatrist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Forestry Scientist, Health Services Manager, Pulp and Paper Mill Operator, Radiation Oncologist, Saw Doctor, Wood Processing Worker, Ophthalmologist, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Animal Care Attendant, Veterinary Nurse, Zookeeper, Farmer/Farm Manager, Farm Assistant, Dog Trainer, Veterinarian, Pet Groomer, Intelligence Officer



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										

$25 for Write in Workbooks
2 x 1B5 Exercise books or A4 Ring binder & Refill
Graph Paper
Calculator


Disclaimer


The Standards offered are correct at time of writing

Course content may change by the start of the year