Year 10 Subject Guide 2020

PHYSICS

Year 10 MYP

Subject Outline Physics helps us to organise the universe and understand how the world around us works. This Physics course covers a wide range of topics including Forces and Motion, Light and Waves, Astrophysics and Gravitational Fields, and introductions to Atomic Physics, Electricity and Thermal Physics through the lens of Power Production. A strong emphasis is placed on practical work and the development of investigative, analytical and critical thinking skills. Students will have opportunities to design, implement and analyse investigations of interest to them. As students apply the learned concepts to increasingly complex scenarios, they will develop their critical thinking skills and their ability to apply mathematical processes to work with data and solve problems. Pathways Physics is the basis for most modern technology – engineering, medicine and scientific research is dominated by physics-based technologies. An understanding of Physics is also advantageous in computer science, the life sciences, environmental sciences, architecture, public policy and law. This course provides a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in Physics, preparing the way for a smooth transition to Senior Physics and beyond. Physics articulates to the following Year 11 and 12 QCCA Senior Programme or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 11:  As part of the Queensland Certificate of Education: - Physics

MYP Aims for Physics The aims of the teaching of Physics are to encourage and enable students to: Understand and appreciate science and its implications  Consider science as a human endeavour with benefits and limitations  Cultivate analytical, inquiring and flexible minds that pose questions, solve problems, construct explanations and reach conclusions  Develop skills to design and perform investigations, evaluate evidence and reach conclusions  Build an awareness of the need to effectively collaborate and communicate  Apply language skills and knowledge in a variety of real life contexts  Develop sensitivity towards the living and non- living environments  Reflect on learning experiences and make informed choices 

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