Physics

S3 – Waves

Students will gain an understanding of octaves, beats, and sound with respect to music. They will learn the basics to making music, dancing, and communication signals such as radio and infrared interference.

S3 – The Nature of Light

Building upon Waves, Light will allow for the study of lasers, the light spectrum, and some theoretical physics with respect to some common terms such as Schrodinger’s Cat (Box) or wave-particle duality.

S3 – Mechanics

Divided into kinematics and dynamics; both areas of mechanics will be covered under the umbrella of driving and sports. If available, students can use technology to see mechanics in slow motion.

S3 – Fields

As the most theoretical topics of the S3 curriculum, fields will be used to showcase invisible forces and make sense of why they behave the way the do (same as mechanics)

S4 – Mechanics

Building on S3, the study of motion and collisions will be broken into vectors and systems, and taken into space. One goal is for students to see how mechanics can always be broken into smaller pieces.

S4 – Fields

With an emphasis on gravitation, students will learn of scientific proofs to common knowledge (ie: round planets). The same principles will be used to understand electrons; assumed round objects on a different scale.

S4 – Electricity

All about circuits. Drawing circuits, building virtual and real circuits. Making sense of resistance and energy (light, heat) loss, and why electricity can be helpful and dangerous to us. An essential precursor to engineering programs.

S4 – Medical Physics

A combination of biology, chemistry, and physics principles in one topic. Students will learn the science behind MRI, NMR, and microwaves/micrometers.