SHS1 Physics · Semester 1 Week 1: Introduction to Physics

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.1.1.LI.1 - Identify careers that are related to physics in various sectors of the economy.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least five physics-oriented careers and state the economic sector in which each operates.
Explain, with at least two examples, how physics principles underpin the work of trades such as plumbing, carpentry, welding, vulcanising, and masonry.
Discuss how collaboration, critical thinking, and hard work contribute to success in physics-related careers.
Demonstrate honesty and objectivity by describing a physics-related observation without personal bias.
Recognise that physics-oriented careers are open to all, regardless of gender or background, and cite a diverse example.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Mechanics and Matter (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Introduction to Physics (1.1)
Content standard: 1.1.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of physics as exhibited in everyday life. 1.1.1.LO.1 Explain how physics is applied in some sectors of the glocal economy
Indicator: 1.1.1.LI.1 - Identify careers that are related to physics in various sectors of the economy.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 1 (Week 1 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 26

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative learning:
- Let learners watch a documentary showing how physics through collaboration and critical thinking plays a vital role in the world.
- Learners through talk for learning discuss how careers in plumbing, carpentry, welding, vulcanising, masonry is physics oriented careers.
- Learners discuss physics-oriented careers such as engineering (mechanical, civil, geomatic, electrical), medicine and new areas such as geophysics, materials science, metallurgy, laser physics, radiology, astrophysics, meteorology and climate science and others play vital role in the world.
- Learners appreciate that success in physics-oriented careers like all others require hard work and resilience. For a physicist, it is important to report observations as seen without personal biases and requires focus.
Grouping be mindful of gender, where applicable. Learners who are not adept in Mathematics and/or in using some digital equipment should be catered. Learners should appreciate that Physics oriented careers are open to everyone.
Provide students with exposure to diverse perspectives and opportunities to engage with professionals who challenge stereotypes and promote inclusive practices in physics.
Assessment (1.1.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Reference
- Internet
- Computers materials,
- Audio visuals
- Community visits. i.e., universities, industries research institutes.
- Basic laboratory
- Calculators resources