Physics

Course summary

Physicists explore the fundamental nature of the matter and energy which make up the Universe. Students use mathematical skills to determine how particles and forces interact to produce the amazing complexity we see around us. The summary of components is as follows: Topic 1: Measurements and their errors Topic 2: Particles and radiation Topic 3: Waves Topic 4: Mechanics and materials Topic 5: Electricity Topic 6: Further mechanics and thermal physics Topic 7: Fields and their consequences Topic 8: Nuclear physics Taught opinion: Turning Points in Physics