Electromagnetic Induction & Applications

Curriculum details

Strand

Electric Field, Magnetic Field and Electronics (Strand 3)

Sub-strand

Electromagnetic Induction & Applications (3.3)

Content standard

3.3.3.CS.3 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles of operation of transformers. 3.3.3.LO.3 Describe the structure, principle of operation and applications of a transformer.

Indicator

3.3.3.LI.3 - Explain Eddy current, effects and applications

Suggested placement

Semester 2, Week 11 (Week 31 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.

Source document note

The official curriculum document has a fault in this entry, so the curriculum text above is transcribed exactly as printed:

• indicator text - p.188: the document prints this learning indicator code as 3.3.3.LI.1.3
• exemplars - p.188: the document prints this assessment code as 3.3.3.AS.1.3

Curriculum reference

NaCCA curriculum document, p. 188

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for learning:
- Recall Lenz law and explain Eddy Current.
- In mixed groups, discuss how Eddy Current can be minimised
- In mixed groups, describe the applications of Eddy current in induction furnace, speedometer and damping in galvanometer.
Foster collaborations that broaden students' exposure to diverse physics-related career paths and role models.
Assessment (3.3.3.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Audio-visuals
- Internet
- Projectors
- YouTube
- Interactive virtual laboratory
- Practical
- Reference laboratory books setup