1. PHYSICS
……is about how the physical world works – anything from solar radiation to charging your cell phone.

2. Many changes in our world today are the result of breakthroughs in the study of physics: things like medical imaging, satellite technology and electronics.

3. 13 Physics In this course we study: Mechanics …..and visit
the playground

4. We carry out a practical investigation which is internally assessed

5. 2. Waves
…where we study the physics
of musical instruments

6. 3. DC and AC Electricity ..two new components this year: capacitors and inductors!

7. 4. Modern Physics…… Einstein’s famous equation and learn
…where we get to use
Einstein’s famous
equation and learn
about quarks and
leptons.

8. ..and there’s a chance to enter NZYPT and debate physics ideas with other schools

9. Some careers that use Physics:
Engineering
Physiotherapy
Sports medicine
Medical physics
Architecture
Medical Imaging
Computer technology
Electronics