Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Bache
Physics the branch of science concerned with the nature and properties of matter and energy. The subject matter of physics includes mechanics, heat, light and other radiation, sound, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of atoms. Physics often involves the application of maths to explain physical phenomena.
This course will study mechanics the science of forces, motion and energy, an electricity practical Internal assessment and a research project on a physics application. The course has 10 credits and can only be done for one semester, It has 2 Literacy and 8 Numeracy credits.
Physics is important for careers such as Engineering - (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical), Optician, Radiographer, Computing, Alternative Energy, Astronomy, Rocket Scientist. Meteorologist, Architect.
Only pick for one semester.
Level 2 Earth Processes and Events - Semester A, Level 2 Physics - Semester A, Level 2 Physics - Semester B, Level 2 Space, Stars and Planets - Semester B
You must do level 1 Physics if you want to do level 2 Physics
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryCost: Workbook and Education perfect subscription approx $30.
Average Grade Above the Standard in Year 10 with a minimum Grade Above the Standard in exam Understanding.
Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2021.