Level 2 Physics
12PHY Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Khan.
Recommended Prior LearningYear 11 Physics - Must pass the Electricity End of year Exam or the Electricity Assessment.
Objectives:
- To develop an understanding of concepts, principles and models in physics;
- To develop the ability to use concepts, principles and models to explain physical phenomena;
- To appreciate how physics and physics-based applications impact on society
- To determine relationships, patterns and trends;
- To identify and explain applications of concepts and principles in physics.
Content:
- Practical Physics – Investigation leading to a non-linear mathematical relationship.
- Atomic and Nuclear Physics
- Waves – Light and Waves
- Mechanics – Motion, Forces, Momentum and Energy.
- Electricity – Static and DC Electricity, Electromagnetism.
Future Areas of interest and study: Tertiary study in physics, medicine, radiography, veterinary science, sports science, engineering, architecture, electronics and other technological subjects.
Course Overview
Term 1
Atomic and Nuclear Physics - AS 91172
Demonstrate Understanding of Waves - AS 91170
Term 2
Demonstrate Understanding of Mechanics - 91171
Term 3
Demonstrate Understanding of Electricity and Electromagnetism - 91173
Term 4
Revision
Assessment Policy & Procedures Assessment Information
Formative Topic tests
School exam in Term 3
This course leads on to Y13 Physics and is a pre-requisite for taking Y13 Physics.
Tertiary study in physics, medicine, radiography, veterinary science, sports science, engineering, architecture, electronics and other technological subjects.