Year: 11 (Stage 1) – Elective
Length: Semester (10 SACE Credits)
Contact Person: Justin Lodge
Recommended Background: This course has been designed as a prerequisite for Stage 2 Physics. Therefore, students must successfully complete a full year of Physics at Stage 1 (both units Physics A and Physics B, and General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or above) if they intend to study Stage 2 Physics.
Content: Students develop their understanding of matter, forces and energy and the interactions among them. They engage in learning through various contexts, both theoretical and practical. There is emphasis one the three strands of science: science understanding, science inquiry skills and science as a human endeavour. Students are exposed to applications of Physics in practical demonstrations and collaborative class investigations.
In this first Semester, students study three topics including:
Topic 1: Linear Motion and Forces
As well as the choice of two from:
- Topic 2: Electric Circuits
- Topic 3: Heat
- Topic 4: Energy and Momentum
- Topic 6: Nuclear Models and Radioactivity
Assessment: Students are assessed using the SACE Performance Standards. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:
- Assessment Type 1: Folio of investigations including practical work and an investigation with a focus on science as a human endeavour.
- Assessment Type 2: Skills and applications tasks such as in-class tests and other written assessments.
Additional Charges: A fee applies to participate in this subject in addition to the CHS Materials and Service charges.
This fee is for purchasing a Physics Workbook / Textbook and approximate cost is $55.00.