Physics
Course Type: Board Developed Course (ATAR)
Units: 2
Prerequisites: Students must have achieved a B grade or higher in Year 10 Science and Mathematics. Students must have worked to 5.3 Mathematics outcomes in Year 10. A discussion with the Science Coordinator is necessary if you have not attained these grades.
Exclusions: N/A
The Physics Stage 6 Syllabus involves the study of matter and its motion through space and time, along with related concepts that include energy and force. Physics deals with the study of phenomena on scales of space and time – from nuclear particles and their interactions up to the size and age of the Universe. This allows students to better understand the physical world and how it works, appreciate the uniqueness of the Universe and participate in navigating and influencing the future.
The problem-solving nature of physics further develops students’ Working Scientifically skills by focusing on the exploration of models and the analysis of theories and laws, which promotes an understanding of the connectedness of seemingly dissimilar phenomena.
Students who study physics are encouraged to use observations to develop quantitative models of real world problems and derive relationships between variables. They are required to engage in solving equations based on these models, make predictions and analyse the interconnectedness of physical entities.
The Physics Course builds on students’ knowledge and skills developed in the Science stage 5 Course and help them develop a greater understanding of physics as a foundation for undertaking post-school studies in a wide range of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. A knowledge and understanding of physics often provides the unifying link between interdisciplinary studies.
The study of physics provides the foundation knowledge and skills required to support participation in a range of careers. It is a discipline that utilizes innovative and creative thinking to address new challenges, such as sustainability, energy efficiency and the creation of new materials.
Preliminary Modules:
Module 1: Kinematics
Module 2: Dynamics
Module 3: Waves and Thermodynamics
Module 4: Electricity and Magnetism
Depth Study: 15 hrs
HSC Modules:
Module 5: Advanced Mechanics
Module 6: Electromagnetism
Module 7: The Nature of Light
Module 8: From the Universe to the Atom
Depth Study: 15 hrs
HSC Exam
Mr Lemmon prepares the launcher to test a prototype rocket design
University:
Bachelor Science
Bachelor Science/Information Technology
Bachelor Science Psychology
Bachelor Medical Sciences
Bachelor Advanced Science
Bachelor Engineering
Bachelor Architecture
Bachelor Biomedical Science
Bachelor Science Education
Bachelor Aeronautical Engineering
Bachelor Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor Electrical Engineering
Bachelor Radiation Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bachelor Radiation Science - Medical Imaging
Bachelor Applied Science - Diagnostic Radiography
Bachelor Engineering and Science (Physics)
Bachelor Medical Radiation Physics
Bachelor Nuclear Science and Technology
Careers:
Engineering
Astronomer
Physicist
Mathematician
Teaching