Unit 1: Thermal, nuclear and electrical physics Physics
An understanding of heating processes, nuclear reactions and electricity is essential to appreciate how global energy needs are met. In this unit, students explore the ways physics is used to describe, explain and predict the energy transfers and transformations …
Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH014
Scientific knowledge can enable scientists to offer valid explanations and make reliable predictions
ACSPH014 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH004
Represent data in meaningful and useful ways, including using appropriate Système Internationale (SI) units and symbols; organise and analyse data to identify trends, patterns and relationships; identify sources of random and systematic error and estimate …
ACSPH004 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH007
Select, use and interpret appropriate mathematical representations, including linear and non-linear graphs and algebraic relationships representing physical systems, to solve problems and make predictions
ACSPH007 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH006
Select, construct and use appropriate representations, including text and graphic representations of empirical and theoretical relationships, flow diagrams, nuclear equations and circuit diagrams, to communicate conceptual understanding, solve problems …
ACSPH006 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH005
Interpret a range of scientific and media texts, and evaluate processes, claims and conclusions by considering the quality of available evidence; and use reasoning to construct scientific arguments
ACSPH005 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH010
Development of complex models and/or theories often requires a wide range of evidence from multiple individuals and across disciplines
ACSPH010 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH002
Design investigations, including the procedure/s to be followed, the materials required, and the type and amount of primary and/or secondary data to be collected; conduct risk assessments; and consider research ethics
ACSPH002 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH003
Conduct investigations, including using temperature, current and potential difference measuring devices, safely, competently and methodically for the collection of valid and reliable data
ACSPH003 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH012
The use of scientific knowledge is influenced by social, economic, cultural and ethical considerations
ACSPH012 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum
ACSPH013
The use of scientific knowledge may have beneficial and/or harmful and/or unintended consequences
ACSPH013 | Content Descriptions | Unit 1 | Physics | Science | Senior secondary curriculum