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Physics For Integrated Science

This course introduces fundamental concepts of physics for integrated science students. It covers physical quantities, motion, laws of motion, energy, elasticity, fluid mechanics, simple machines, waves, heat, electricity, and light. The course aims to equip students with a solid foundation in physics principles and their applications in various scientific fields. Students will learn to solve problems related to mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
intermediate
Math Level
Course Keywords
PhysicsMotionEnergyWavesElectricity

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📊
Math Level
Moderate Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Physical Quantities and Units

2

Motion and Kinematics

3

Newton's Laws of Motion

4

Work, Energy, and Power

5

Properties of Matter

6

Heat and Thermodynamics

7

Wave Motion and Optics

8

Electricity and Magnetism

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

6h

Unit 1: Physical Quantities

3 study hours
  • •Define fundamental and derived physical quantities.
  • •Identify the units for fundamental and derived quantities.
  • •Practice dimensional representations of physical quantities.
  • •Familiarize yourself with basic measuring instruments.

Unit 2: Motion

3 study hours
  • •Differentiate between types of motion.
  • •Solve problems using equations of motion.
  • •Analyze motion in a vertical plane.
  • •Apply concepts of kinematics and dynamics.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

6h

Unit 3: Laws of Motion

3 study hours
  • •State and explain Newton's three laws of motion.
  • •Apply Newton's laws to solve problems.
  • •Understand the concept of inertia and momentum.
  • •Relate force, mass, and acceleration.

Unit 4: Equilibrium of Forces

3 study hours
  • •Differentiate between dynamic and static equilibrium.
  • •Understand resultant and equilibrant forces.
  • •Define and explain moment of a force.
  • •Explain the concept of center of gravity.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

4h

Unit 5: Energy

4 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of energy.
  • •Differentiate between kinetic and potential energy.
  • •Understand chemical, radiant, and thermal energy.
  • •Solve problems related to kinetic and potential energy.
Week
4

Module 2:

6h

Unit 1: Elasticity

3 study hours
  • •Explain elastic properties of substances.
  • •State Hooke's law.
  • •Apply Hooke's law to solve problems.
  • •Understand elastic limit and yield point.

Unit 2: Fluid and Fluid Motion

3 study hours
  • •Explain fluid properties and fluid motion.
  • •Distinguish between cohesion and adhesion.
  • •Understand capillarity and viscosity.
  • •Analyze fluid behavior in different scenarios.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Simple Machines

4 study hours
  • •Define simple machines.
  • •Understand terms related to machine operation.
  • •Calculate mechanical advantage, velocity ratio, and efficiency.
  • •Analyze the working principles of different simple machines.
Week
6

Module 2:

6h

Unit 4: Waves

3 study hours
  • •Define a wave and its properties.
  • •Differentiate between transverse and longitudinal waves.
  • •Understand mechanical and electromagnetic waves.
  • •Analyze wave behavior and characteristics.

Unit 5: Waves and Sound

3 study hours
  • •Explain sound waves and their properties.
  • •Understand the production and transmission of sound.
  • •Analyze reflection, refraction, diffraction, and interference of sound.
  • •Calculate the speed of sound in air.
Week
7

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Heat and Measurement

4 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of heat and its measurement.
  • •Understand temperature scales and conversions.
  • •Differentiate between various types of thermometers.
  • •Analyze heat transfer and thermal equilibrium.
Week
8

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Internal Energy/Thermodynamics

4 study hours
  • •Explain internal energy and its relation to thermodynamics.
  • •Understand ideal systems and their surroundings.
  • •List and explain thermodynamic properties.
  • •Analyze thermodynamic systems and their behavior.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Expansion

4 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of expansion in solids, liquids, and gases.
  • •Calculate linear expansivity.
  • •Understand real and apparent expansion in liquids.
  • •Analyze the behavior of gases under varying temperatures.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: Electricity – Electric/Coulomb's law

3 study hours
  • •Explain electric lines of force.
  • •Define and calculate electric current.
  • •State Ohm's law and solve related problems.
  • •Differentiate between open and closed circuits.
Week
11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: Electricity – Electric/Coulomb's law

4 study hours
  • •Differentiate between potential difference and electromotive force.
  • •Explain electric fields and electric force.
  • •State Coulomb's law and apply it to solve problems.
  • •Understand the relationship between electric charges and forces.
Week
12

Module 3:

6h

Unit 5: Light Reflection/Refraction

3 study hours
  • •List different sources of light.
  • •Understand the speed and wavelength of light.
  • •Differentiate between a ray and a beam of light.
  • •State the laws of reflection of light.

Unit 5: Light Reflection/Refraction

3 study hours
  • •Differentiate between virtual and real images.
  • •Understand characteristics of images formed by plane and curved mirrors.
  • •Apply the mirror and lens formulas.
  • •State the laws of refraction.
Week
13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Solve practice problems from each unit.
  • •Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments.
  • •Focus on key concepts and formulas.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all units, focusing on key definitions and formulas.

2

Practice solving numerical problems from each unit.

3

Create flashcards for important concepts and laws.

4

Work through all tutor-marked assignments and understand the solutions.

5

Allocate time to each section based on its weight in the exam.

6

Understand the relationships between different physical quantities and their units.

7

Focus on understanding the underlying principles rather than memorizing formulas.

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