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People have always been fascinated by the world around them and chemistry is the study of the substances that make up the universe. From the time people worked out how to create fire, chemistry has been at the forefront of exciting discoveries such as the structure of DNA and the use of semiconductors in electronics. Chemistry looks at the behaviour of substances, the changes they undergo to create new ones and the reactions between them. Yet it is more than what happens at a micro level, it is about what it is that makes us, our materials and everything around us. Ākonga learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to analyse scientific information, conduct experiments and research. Chemistry is essential for careers in a wide range of areas including medicine, pharmacy, engineering, environmental science, wine making and food technology.
This course provides an introduction to the basics of chemistry. Ākonga should enrol for this course if they wish to focus on studying the material world and intend to sit at least one externally assessed examination paper.
Ākonga wishing to continue with Level 2 Chemistry should complete at least AS90944: Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases. Ākonga are expected to complete five of the standards listed below.
Ākonga should have a reasonable level of literacy.
| Standard | Description | Version | Credits | Assessment | L1 Lit/Num | UE Lit/Num | Vocational Pathways |
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| 90930 | Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction | 3 | 4 | Internal | naNumeracy achievement standard |
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| 90931 | Demonstrate understanding of the chemistry in a technological application | 3 | 2 | Internal | laLiteracy achievement standard |
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| 90934 | Demonstrate understanding of aspects of chemical reactions | 4 | 4 | External | CoConstruction and Infrastructure recommended standard PrPrimary Industries recommended standard SSeService Industries sector-related standard |
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| 90944 | Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases | 4 | 4 | External | CoConstruction and Infrastructure recommended standard MaManufacturing and technology recommended standard PrPrimary Industries recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 90945 | Investigate implications of the use of carbon compounds as fuels | 3 | 4 | Internal | CoConstruction and Infrastructure recommended standard MaManufacturing and technology recommended standard PrPrimary Industries recommended standard SSeService Industries sector-related standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard |
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| 90946 | Investigate the implications of the properties of metals for their use in society | 3 | 4 | Internal | CoConstruction and Infrastructure recommended standard MaManufacturing and technology recommended standard PrPrimary Industries recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |
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| 90947 | Investigate selected chemical reactions | 4 | 4 | Internal | CoConstruction and Infrastructure recommended standard MaManufacturing and technology recommended standard PrPrimary Industries recommended standard SoSocial and Community Services recommended standard CrCreative Industries recommended standard |