Stage 1 Physics
Stage 1 Physics (S1)
Students in Stage 1 Physics (Semester 1) will start with Motion in 2D, focusing on the principles of linear and projectile motion. They will then delve into Momentum and Energy, followed by Circular Motion, Gravity, and Satellites, emphasizing the forces and motions involved. The semester culminates in an end-of-semester examination.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: One Semester
SACE Credits: 10 credits
Prerequisites: B from one Semester of Year 10 Science
Contact Person: andrew.harris@stcolumba.sa.edu.au | oliwia.derda@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/physics/stage-1
Topic Overview
- Motion in 2D
- Momentum and Energy
- Circular Motion, Gravity & Satellites
Assessment Overview
Skills and Application Task (50%)
- Motion in 2D Test
- Rocket Science Task
Investigations Folio (50%)
- Space Exploration SHE Task
- Newton’s 2nd Law Investigation
Examination (0%)
End of Semester Examination
Stage 1 Physics (S2)
Students in Stage 1 Physics (Semester 2) will start with Electricity and Magnetism, focusing on electric and magnetic concepts. They will then study Waves, including wave and light phenomena, followed by Nuclear Physics, examining applications and societal impacts. The semester culminates in an end-of-semester examination.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: One Semester
SACE Credits: 10 credits
Prerequisites: B from one Semester of Year 10 Science
Contact Person: andrew.harris@stcolumba.sa.edu.au | oliwia.derda@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/physics/stage-1
Topic Overview
- Electricity & Magnetism
- Waves
- Nuclear Physics
Assessment Overview
Skills and Application Task (50%)
- Electro-magnetism Test
- Waves Test
Investigations Folio (50%)
- Nuclear Physics SHE Task
- Young’s Double Slit Investigation
Examination (0%)
- End of Semester Examination