Year 10 IB Diploma Preparation Course Guide 2023

PHYSICS

Year 10 IB Diploma Preparation Course

SUBJECT OUTLINE Physics helps us to organise the universe and understand how the world around us works. This IBDP Physics Preparatory course covers a wide range of topics including Forces and Motion, Light and Waves, Electricity, and introductions to Atomic Physics and Gravitational Fields. A strong emphasis is placed on practical work and the development of investigative, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Students undertaking this course of study will develop their investigative and analytical skills through practical work. As students apply the learned concepts to increasingly complex scenarios, they will develop their critical thinking skills and their ability to apply mathematical processes to work with data and solve problems. PATHWAYS Physics is the basis for most modern technology – engineering, medicine and scientific research is dominated by physics-based technologies. An understanding of Physics is also advantageous in computer science, the life sciences, environmental sciences, architecture, public policy and law. This course provides a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in IBDP Physics, preparing the way for a smooth transition to Senior IBDP Physics and beyond. The IBDP Physics Preparatory course articulates to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 11 and 12.

IB DIPLOMA AIMS FOR PHYSICS The aims of the teaching of IB Physics are to encourage and enable students to:

• Develop conceptual understanding that allows connections to be made between different areas of the subject, and to other Sciences • Acquire and apply a body of knowledge, methods, tools, and techniques that characterize science • Develop the ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesize scientific information and claims • Develop the ability to approach unfamiliar situations with creativity and resilience • Design and model solutions to local and global problems in a scientific context • Develop an appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of science • Develop technology skills in a scientific context • Develop the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively • Develop awareness of the ethical, environmental, economic, cultural, and social impact of science

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