Physics A and B

SACE Stage 1

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Physics A and B

Physics

SACE Stage 1

10 or 20 credits


Learning about and working in Physics give students an understanding of the processes that direct the universe and the world, so that they may appreciate and respect them.

Through exploring the processes that shape the universe, Physicists debate and advance the understanding of its workings and of the ways in which actions may affect the future of the Earth.

Course Content
Assessment
Further Info
Course Content
Physics A

  • Electric Circuits
  • Waves
  • Nuclear Models and Radioactivity
Physics B

  • Linear Motion and Forces
  • Energy and Momentum
  • Heat

Assessment

Skills and Applications Tasks 50%
Folio 50%

Further Info

It is strongly advised that students wishing to study Stage 2 Physics complete both Stage 1 Physics A and Physics B. Understanding of basic algebra is an advantage.