Level: Stage 1
Duration: Semester
Prerequisite A: B grade or better in Year 10 Mathematics and Science
Prerequisite B: ‘C’ grade or better in Physics A
Additional Cost: None
Further Enquiries:
- Please contact Science coordinator Mr Shane Loader
- Phone: 8647 3300
Who Is This Course For?
Students interested in the fundamental scientific nature of the world. It is assumed that students have an understanding of algebraic re-arrangement of formulae, trigonometry and trigonometric functions. Some scientific reporting skills are highly desirable.
What Will I Learn?
The teacher must choose 3 of these per Semester, this will occur at teacher discretion, but all will be covered throughout the whole year
- Topic 1: Linear motion and forces
- Topic 2: Electric circuits
- Topic 3: Heat
- Topic 4: Energy and momentum
- Topic 5: Waves
- Topic 6: Nuclear models and radioactivity
How will I be assessed?
You will demonstrate evidence of your learning assessed as Stage 1 through the following assessment types:
- Investigations Folio: At least one practical investigation and one investigation with a focus on science as a human endeavour.
- Skills and Applications Tasks: At least one
This subject leads to a Stage 2 subject with an external examination, so both Physics A & B will have a trial exam.