Level 2 Biology - Semester A
2BIOLA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs N. Wynne
This semester course is both internally and externally assessed. Students will develop an understanding of genetic variation and change as well as animal and plant adaptations.
Pathway
Level 3 Biology - Flora and Fauna - Semester A, Level 3 Biology - Technology and Evolution - Semester B
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryCost: $15 workbooks.
Recommended Prior Learning
Must pass the Biology standard in Level 1 NCEA Science exam and one internal.
Credit Information
This course is approved for University Entrance.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91155 v2 Biology 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91157 v2 Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change | 2 |
E |
4 |
Y |
4w |
|
| A.S. 91158 v2 Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision | 2 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 11 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
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