SS3 Second Term Physics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS3 Second Term Physics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-2: Electrostatics
Day 1: Introduction to electrostatics, charging methods.
Day 2: Coulomb’s law and electric field.
Day 3: Electric potential and potential difference.
Day 4: Capacitance and capacitors.
Day 5: Practical experiments on electrostatics.
Week 3-4: Current Electricity
Day 1: Electric current and its measurement.
Day 2: Ohm’s law and resistance.
Day 3: Electrical circuits and their components.
Day 4: Series and parallel circuits.
Day 5: Practical activities on current electricity.
Week 5-6: Magnetism
Day 1: Magnetic fields and forces.
Day 2: Magnetic materials and properties.
Day 3: Electromagnetism.
Day 4: Applications of electromagnetism.
Day 5: Hands-on experiments on magnetism.
Week 7-8: Electromagnetic Induction
Day 1: Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction.
Day 2: Lenz’s law and applications.
Day 3: Transformers and their principles.
Day 4: Practical demonstrations on electromagnetic induction.
Day 5: Problem-solving sessions.
Week 9-10: Modern Physics
Day 1: Photoelectric effect.
Day 2: Quantum theory.
Day 3: Nuclear physics.
Day 4: Applications of modern physics.
Day 5: Discussions and group projects on modern physics.
Week 11: Revision Week
Comprehensive review of second-term topics.
Practice questions and problem-solving sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Written examination covering all second-term topics.
Practical assessment on selected experiments.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Review and feedback on second-term examinations.
Distribution of report cards.
Closing ceremony and dismissal.
This second-term scheme of work builds on the foundation laid in the first term, covering additional topics in electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, and modern physics. The revision and examination weeks provide opportunities for assessment and feedback, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the subject.
