Physics For Integrated Science

1. Differentiate between fundamental and derived physical quantities.
2. Apply the laws of motion to solve problems related to mechanics.
3. Explain the concepts of energy, work, and power.
4. Analyze the properties of matter, including elasticity and fluid mechanics.
5. Understand the principles of heat transfer and thermodynamics.
6. Explain wave phenomena, including reflection, refraction, and interference.
7. Apply the principles of electricity and magnetism to solve circuit problems.

13 weeks, about 63 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Introduction

   • Unit 1: Physical Quantities · 3 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 hours

     Differentiate between types of motion.. Solve problems using equations of motion.. Analyze motion in a vertical plane.. Apply concepts of kinematics and dynamics..

2. Week 2Module 1: Introduction

   • Unit 3: Laws of Motion · 3 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 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..

3. Week 3Module 1: Introduction

   • Unit 5: Energy · 4 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..

4. Week 4Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Elasticity · 3 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 hours

     Explain fluid properties and fluid motion.. Distinguish between cohesion and adhesion.. Understand capillarity and viscosity.. Analyze fluid behavior in different scenarios..

5. Week 5Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Simple Machines · 4 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..

6. Week 6Module 2:

   • Unit 4: Waves · 3 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 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..

7. Week 7Module 3:

   • Unit 1: Heat and Measurement · 4 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..

8. Week 8Module 3:

   • Unit 2: Internal Energy/Thermodynamics · 4 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..

9. Week 9Module 3:

   • Unit 3: Expansion · 4 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..

10. Week 10Module 3:

    • Unit 4: Electricity – Electric/Coulomb's law · 3 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..

11. Week 11Module 3:

    • Unit 4: Electricity – Electric/Coulomb's law · 4 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..

12. Week 12Module 3:

    • Unit 5: Light Reflection/Refraction · 3 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 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..

13. Week 13Final Revision

    • Final Revision · 6 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..