Stage 2 Physics
Stage 2 Physics
Students in Stage 2 Physics will initially study Motion in 2D, focusing on forces and motion. They will then study Light & Atoms, exploring atomic interactions with light, and Electricity & Magnetism, examining electric and magnetic fields. Lastly, students will complete external SACE examination.
Subject Type: Elective
Length: Full Year
SACE Credits: 20 credits
Prerequisites: B for 2 Semesters 11 Physics
Contact Person: andrew.harris@stcolumba.sa.edu.au | oliwia.derda@stcolumba.sa.edu.au
Further Reading: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/web/physics
Topic Overview
- Motion in 2D
- Light & Atoms
- Electricity & Magnetism
Assessment Overview
Skills and Application Task (40%)
- Motion and Relativity Test
- Electricity and Magnetism Test
- Light and Atoms test
- Emission Spectroscopy Task
Investigations Folio (30%)
- Science as Human Endeavor Task (Student choice of topic)
- Photoelectric Effect Experiment (Design)
Examination (30%)
- External Examination