SS3 Third Term Physics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

SS3 Third Term Physics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1-2: Thermodynamics

Day 1: Introduction to thermodynamics, temperature, and heat.

Day 2: Laws of thermodynamics.

Day 3: Heat transfer mechanisms.

Day 4: Thermal expansion and applications.

Day 5: Practical experiments on thermodynamics.

Week 3-4: Optics

Day 1: Nature of light and its properties.

Day 2: Reflection and refraction of light.

Day 3: Lenses and lens formulas.

Day 4: Optical instruments (microscope, telescope).

Day 5: Practical activities on optics.

Week 5-6: Wave Optics

Day 1: Interference of light waves.

Day 2: Diffraction of light.

Day 3: Polarization of light.

Day 4: Applications of wave optics.

Day 5: Hands-on experiments on wave optics.

Week 7-8: Electronics

Day 1: Introduction to electronics.

Day 2: Semiconductor materials and properties.

Day 3: Diodes and transistors.

Day 4: Electronic circuits and applications.

Day 5: Practical demonstrations on electronics.

Week 9-10: Communication Systems

Day 1: Basics of communication systems.

Day 2: Modulation and demodulation.

Day 3: Types of communication.

Day 4: Satellite communication.

Day 5: Group projects on communication systems.

Week 11: Revision Week

Comprehensive review of third-term topics.

Practice questions and problem-solving sessions.

Week 12: Examination Week

Written examination covering all third-term topics.

Practical assessment on selected experiments.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Review and feedback on third-term examinations.

Distribution of report cards.

Closing ceremony and dismissal.

This third-term scheme of work explores thermodynamics, optics, wave optics, electronics, and communication systems. The revision and examination weeks ensure a thorough understanding of the content, preparing students for a successful completion of the academic year.