Total Credits Available:
22 credits total
Course Description:
This course differs from Level 1 and 2 courses and has a lot of new material that provides a wider understanding of the various strands of physics. New materials include rotating systems, oscillating systems, Doppler phenomena, standing waves, LRC circuits and modern physics. Uncertainties of measurements are introduced and its effect on the results of an experiment is discussed.
The emphasis of the practical investigation component of the course is on analysing the results and critically evaluating the experimental methods used. The self-directed research element of the course explaining the physics of a selected application and a socio-scientific issue may extend beyond the Level 3 content; therefore some self-teaching may be required. As in the Level 2 physics course, ICT tools will play an important part in what they learn, in both the content and the skills gained.
Standards Assessed:
91521 Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship. (4 Internal credits).
91523 Demonstrate understanding of wave systems. (4 External credits).
91524 Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems. (6 External credits).
91525 Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics. (3 Internal credits).
91526 Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems. (6 External credits).
Entry requirements: (entry into courses are subject to head of department approval)
Level 2 physics or in consultation with the Head of Department.
A knowledge of Level 2 mathematics and physics topics is assumed in the Level 3 physics course.
Examples of Employment Opportunities:
Physics opens the way to a wide range of careers, e.g. engineering of all types, medical physics, environmental monitoring (radiation etc), telecommunications, research science, education, patent law, aerospace, flying, electricity production and supply, electronics, computer servicing, share broking and industry of all types.
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