Journey through the foundations of physics this semester — beginning with electric charge, currents, and circuit dynamics, moving through nuclear radiation and fundamental atomic structures, and concluding in deep space with astrophysics and cosmological models.
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Essential calendar pauses and final examination periods for Semester 1.
National holiday observed on Sep 23 & 24.
Mid-semester pause to recharge prior to concluding Block 5.
Comprehensive review of past papers covering Blocks 4, 5, and 6.
Cumulative exams evaluating mastery across all Semester 1 physics units.
Understanding static charges and fundamental forces forms the foundation of electrical theory.
Exploring current as the rate of charge flow in conductive pathways.
Differentiating work done per unit charge in sources versus circuit components.
Analyzing electrical opposition and quantifying electrical energy transfers.
Introduction to circuit diagrams while observing the National holiday.
Mastering circuit behavior and calculating current/voltage distributions.
Applying electrical theory to real-world hazard prevention.
Investigating magnetic domains and fundamental field interaction.
Discovering how movement and magnetic fields generate electricity.
Understanding motors and current-field interactions.
Synthesizing induction concepts to explore modern electrical power distribution.
Transitioning from atomic scale properties to the subatomic core.
Investigating unstable nuclei and types of ionising radiation.
A well-earned break to consolidate learning prior to mid-term completion.
Quantifying decay rates and measuring half-life exponentially.
Extending mechanical principles to planetary motion and solar bodies.
Exploring cosmic physics, star lifespans, and redshift data.
A dedicated week to consolidate all three blocks before final exams.
Formal evaluation of concepts across Blocks 4, 5, and 6.
Wrapping up the first semester physics curriculum.