SHS3 Physics · Semester 2, Week 6

Alternating Current

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Curriculum details

Strand
Electric Field, Magnetic Field and Electronics (Strand 3)
Sub-strand
Alternating Current (3.2)
Content standard
3.3.2.CS.2 - Explain the a.c series connected circuit 3.3.2.LO.2 Illustrate and describe the behaviour of alternating current
Indicator
3.3.2.LI.3 - Describe the power triangle and explain the power factor using mathematical concepts.
Suggested placement
Semester 2, Week 6 (Week 26 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. 179

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential learning: Let learners discuss the conditions for resonance in a.c in R-C, R-L, and R-L-C series circuits. Let learners discuss the application of resonance in selecting a particular frequency in radio reception and transmission. Let learners discuss the power factor.
Challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about gender and disabilities in physics.
Assessment (3.3.2.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Audio-visuals,
- Internet
- Projectors
- YouTube
- Interactive
- Reference virtual laboratory books