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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS AND PROPERTIES OF MATTER
General Objectives: The student will
appreciate the importance of Physics in everyday life.
appreciate the importance of making accurate measurements of physical quantities and their applications in science and technology
appreciate some phenomena associated with properties of matter.
INTRODUCTION explain the importance of Importance of Physics. Discuss the importance of the study of Physics. Evaluate trig. Ratios
TO PHYSICS Physics Discuss the branches of Physics. such as SOH, CAH,
TOA, by relating it
outline some basic mathematical Basic mathematical concept Discuss some basic mathematical concepts,e.g the Pythagoras
concepts. Basic trigonometry, Pythagoras theorem, theorem.
indices ,conversion of units, significant figures,
scientific notation and coordinate geometry. Find angle of
UNIT 2 elevation and angle
PHYSICAL distinguish between basic Basic (Fundamental) Quantities. Discuss the basic (fundamental) and derived of inclination
QUANTITIES (fundamental) and derived quantities and their corresponding S. I. units.
physical quantities and their Derived Quantities. List five basic and
units. Use dimensions to verify the dimensional six derived
correctness of a given equation. quantities and their
explain uses of dimensional Use dimensional analysis to derive the corresponding S.I
analysis in terms of the Dimensional analysis and its uses in relationship between quantities. units.
relationship between basic and Physics.
derived quantities. Compare the
Discuss the use of the measuring instruments accuracy in
measure with various measuring listed in the content. measuring the
instruments Take accurate measurements of selected objects diameter of a wire
Measuring Instruments: using each of the instruments listed in the with micrometer
metre rule, vernier calliper, micrometer content. screw gauge and
screw gauge, beam balance, spring balance, vernier calipers.
stop watches/clocks (digital and analogue),
electronic balance,
thermometer
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PHYSICAL identify scalars and vectors Scalar and vector quantities Let students:
QUANTITIES from a list of physical
quantities Vector representation.
Addition and resolution of
vectors What are the
dimensions of the
Discuss scala r and vector quantities. following physical
distinguish between Density and Relative density
density and relative quantities: force,
density density, pressure,
Use force board to determine the resultant of two forces. work and power?
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL – YEAR 1
SECTION 2
MECHANICS
General Objectives: The student will
recognize the various types of motion, the laws which govern them and their applications.
recognize the various forms in which forces affect the state of a body and their applications.
appreciate the various forms of energy and energy resources and the ways to harness the renewable sources of energy.
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explain how pressure changes Pressure in fluids. Brainstorm to bring out the meaning of pressure.
with depth in a fluid. P=hρg
Discuss how pressure changes with depth in a fluid. Calculate the pressure at a
Explain atmospheric pressure. point 50m below the surface of
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Atmospheric pressure water. [ g=10ms , density of
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water=1000kgm ]
Simple barometer Brainstorm to bring out the meaning of atmospheric
pressure.
Manometer Explain how the height of a liquid column may be used
describe the transmission of to measure the atmospheric pressure.
pressure in fluids Discuss the use of a manometer in the measurement of
Transmission of pressure in pressure difference.
fluids
Pascal‟s principle Discuss the transmission of pressure in fluids.
describe some applications of Hydraulic press Discuss the transmission of pressure in hydraulic
atmospheric Hydraulic brakes on vehicles systems with particular reference to hydraulic brakes on State Pascal‟s principle.
pressure. vehicles and hydraulic press. Explain the principle of
Applications of atmospheric operation of a hydraulic press.
pressure :
describe the effect of change - siphon Discuss the operations of instruments listed in the
in pressure on the - water pumps content based on the atmospheric pressure.
volume of a fixed - syringes
mass of gas at
constant temperature Effect of pressure on Discuss the effect of pressure on the volume of a fixed The pressure of a fixed mass
mass of gas at constant temperature. 3
volume of a gas. of gas of volume 60cm is
doubled at constant
Boyle‟s law Discuss Boyle‟s law. temperature. Calculate the
new volume.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 1
SECTION 3
THERMAL PHYSICS
1. understand the concept of heat, its relationship with temperature and its effects on substances.
2. appreciate the principles involved in the measurement of temperature.
3. recognise heat as a form of energy and how it can be measured .
4. be aware of the various modes of heat transfer.
TEMPERATURE AND 3.1.1 explain temperature Temperature. Distinguish between heat and
ITS MEASUREMENT and heat. temperature.
Heat. Discuss to bring out the meaning of the concept of
temperature.
3.1.2 outline the steps and Thermometric property. Discuss to distinguish between heat and temperature.
principles involved in Upper and lower fixed The length of a liquid column
the measurement of points Discuss thermometric property and associated in a glass tube reads 2cm,
temperature. characteristics. 25cm and 15cm respectively if
the bulb is placed in ice, steam
Temperature scales: and hot liquid. Calculate the
(Celsius, Fahrenheit and temperature of the hot liquid.
Kelvin scales). Discuss the Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin scales of
temperature and the relationship between them.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 1
SECTION 4
WAVES
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4.1.7 explain the uses of Uses of spherical mirrors. NOTE: Observe students go through the skills of observing, Why is a diverging mirror
spherical mirrors. measuring, controlling variables, collecting data, interpreting used as a driving mirror?
data, communicating and drawing conclusions.
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UNIT 3
BASIC FIBER 4.3.1 explain the concept of Fiber optics. Explain what is meant by
OPTICS fiber optics. fiber optics and outline the
Discuss what is meant by fiber optics. principle involved in
4.3.2 describe an optical Optical fiber: transmission of light using
fiber and the principle Structure. optical fiber.
of its operation. Mode of operation. Discuss an optical fiber.
Draw the cross section of an optical fiber showing the core,
cladding layer, buffer layer and the jacket.
describe the applications of Applications of fiber optics Discuss the principle of operation of an optical fiber. Outline three applications of
fiber optics. fiber optics.
Discuss the applications of fiber optics in areas such as
communication, e.g. Local Area Networks (LANs), medicine,
sensing devices, carrying laser beams.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 1
SECTION 5
ELECTROSTATICS 5.1.1 classify materials as Conductors, insulators, and Give two examples each of:
conductors, insulators, semi-conductors. (i) conductors
and semi-conductors. Discuss the properties of conductors, insulators and (ii) semi-conductors
semi-conductors. (iii) insulators.
Classify given materials into conductors, insulators,
5.1.2 outline the methods of Methods of charging and semi-conductors.
charging materials. materials – friction, contact, Briefly describe how a
induction, and conduction. Demonstrate the various methods of charging conductor can be
materials. charged positively by
5.1.3 describe the distribution of Distribution of charges on induction.
charges on a pear-shaped surfaces of conductors.
and spherical conductors. Explain the charge distribution on pear shaped and
spherical conductors.
5.1.4 explain the action of Action of charges at sharp
charges at sharp points. points.
Discuss the action of charges at sharp points.
Discuss the structure and functioning of lightning
5.1.5 explain Coulomb‟s law for Coulomb‟s law conductors. Calculate the force
point charges between two charges
Discuss Coulomb‟s law. 50µc and 10µc when
5.1.6 explain the concepts of an Electric Field. Solve problems involving the use of Coulomb‟s law. they are placed 50cm apart
electric field and electric Electric field intensity in a vacuum.
Discuss electric field in terms of electric lines of force. -1 9 2 -2
field intensity E = F/Q (4π εo) = 9.0 x 10 Nm c
2 Discuss the electric field intensity as force per unit
E =Q/4π εor
charge.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 1
SECTION 6
MODELS OF THE 6.1.1 describe the models Models of the atom: Describe Rutherford‟s alpha
ATOM AND ATOMIC of the atom. Thompson‟s model. scattering experiment and explain the
STRUCTURE Rutherford‟s model. Discuss the various models of the atom, high-lighting on observations, deductions and the
Bohr‟s model. the limitations of each model. (The discussion should conclusion.
include Rutherford‟s alpha scattering experiment).
6.1.2 explain the existence Energy quantization. Explain briefly what is
of quantized energy Energy level diagrams. meant by
levels in an atom. Line spectra. Discuss the existence of energy levels in an atom. (I) ground state
Ionization Potential and Discuss the transition of electrons between energy (ii) first excited state
ionization energy. levels. (iii) ionization energy.
Excited states and Draw energy level diagrams and use them to determine
excitation energy. energy changes between the levels.
Discuss ground state, excited state, excitation energy, What are the main characteristics of
6.1.3 describe the types of Types of atomic ionization potential and ionization energy. line spectrum?
spectra and their spectra(line, band,
uses. continuous) and their Discuss the various types of atomic spectra and their Explain briefly how line spectra are
uses. uses. used to identify elements.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 1
SECTION 7
ELECTRONICS
1. appreciate the characteristics of the P-N junction diode and their applications in electronics .
2. understand the characteristics of the bipolar transistors and their applications.
3. appreciate the use of digital electronics in electronic switching and integrated circuits.
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ELECTRONICS 7.1.4 describe the types of Types of P-N junction diodes: In a bridge rectifier
SEMI-CONDUCTOR P-N junction diodes - Rectifier diodes circuit containing 4
P-N JUNCTION and their uses. - Signal diodes Discuss the types of diodes as listed in the content. diodes, one of the
DIODE - Light emitting diodes Discuss the uses of the various types of P-N junction diodes breaks down so
(LED) diodes. that an open circuit
- Zener diodes occurs at that point.
- Photo diodes Describe and explain
the shape of the output
7.1.5 describe the half Rectification: half and full wave. wave form for a
wave and full wave sinusoidal a.c input.
rectification of Use of reservoir capacitor for Discuss the half wave and full wave rectification of a.c.
alternating peak d.c. voltage storage. Discuss the reservoir capacitor in peak voltage
current(a.c) and development and storage.
explain the smoothing
or filter capacitor PROJECT
action. Using some electronic devices, student should design and
construct a half-wave rectification circuit. Group report
should be presented.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL – YEAR 2
SECTION 1
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 2
MECHANICS
General Objectives: The student will:
1. recognize the various types of motion and the laws which govern them and their applications.
2. recognize the various forms in which forces affect the state of a body and their applications.
3. appreciate the various forms of energy ,energy resources and the ways to harness the renewable sources of energy.
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CIRCULAR 2.2.1 explain angular Angular displacement, Define the following terms:
MOTION AND displacement, angular angular velocity and angular displacement
GRAVITATION velocity and angular angular acceleration. Discuss to bring out the definition of angular angular velocity
acceleration. displacement, angular velocity and angular angular acceleration.
acceleration.
Derive an expression for the angular velocity of a
Discuss the relationship between speed and body moving at a constant speed V in the circle
2.2.2 explain centripetal Centripetal force. angular velocity. of radius r.
force. Centripetal acceleration.
State the expression for centripetal An object of mass 2.0kg tied to a string is whirled
acceleration and relate it to centripetal force. round in a horizontal circle of radius 0.5m with a
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constant speed of 6.0ms Calculate
i. the angular velocity
ii. tension in the string.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 3
THERMAL PHYSICS
1. understand the concept of heat, its relationship with temperature and its effects on substances.
2. appreciate the principles involved in the measurement of temperature.
3. recognise heat as a form of energy and how it can be measured.
4. become aware of the various modes of heat transfer.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 4
WAVES
develop an understanding that waves transmit energy as they travel through media or vacuum.
be aware of the properties and transmission of light in various media and their applications.
appreciate the principles underlying the production, transmission and applications of sound.
UNIT 1
THIN LENSES AND Students will be able to:
4.1.2 explain focal length Focal length and power of a Calculate the power of a
and the power of lens diverging lens of focal length
lenses and discuss Discuss the types of lenses. 25cm.
the images formed Formation of images using
by lenses. converging and diverging
lenses. Discuss focal length and the power of a lens.
Discuss images formed by lenses.
4.1.3 determine the focal Determination of the focal Use ray diagrams to locate positions of images
length of a length of a converging lens. formed by converging and diverging lenses.
converging lens Use the lens and linear magnification formulae to
solve simple problems.
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Near point and Far point What are the defects of vision?
Discuss the terms Near point and Far point.
With ray diagrams, show how
4.1.7 describe the defects of Defect of lenses: Chromatic two of the defects can be
Discuss the defects of lenses and their corrections.
lenses and their aberration and Spherical corrected.
corrections. aberration.
UNIT 2
WAVE MOTION 4.2.1 describe a wave motion Production of waves. Discuss the concept of wave motion.
and explain its
Demonstrate wave motion by means of slinky spring
measurable properties. Measurable properties:- Define the following terms:
ropes and ripple tanks.
displacement ,amplitude , amplitude, phase, period and
Discuss the relationship between the measurable
frequency ,phase crest
properties (as listed in content).
wavelength ,velocity, Illustrate crest and trough of a wave profile.
phase difference, period The velocity of sound in air is
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340ms .Calculate
(i) the wavelength when the
frequency is 256Hz
(ii) the frequency when the
wavelength is 0.85m.
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UNIT 2 (CONT’D)
The students will be able to: Let students:
WAVE MOTION
SOUND
Production, nature and Describe an experiment to
transmission of sound. show that sound needs a
material medium for its
transmission.
Demonstrate the production of sound by different vibrating
sources.
Discuss the longitudinal nature of sound.
Experiment to establish that sound travels through material
medium.
Discuss the reflection and the refraction of sound.
-infra sonic, audio sonic (The discussion should include the formation and uses of echo).
(audible) and ultrasonic. Discuss the order of magnitude of the speed of sound in different
media(solid, liquids and gases).
Vibration in strings : Discuss the frequency ranges of infrasonic, audible and A wire whose mass per unit
4.3.1 describe the ultrasonic sound waves and their uses. -3 -1
length is 10 kg m is
production and
Laws of vibration in a stretched by a load of 4kg
nature of sound by
stretched string over the two bridges of a
vibrating sources. Discuss .forced vibration, harmonics and overtones. Discuss to sonometer 1m apart. If it is
bring out the vibration of strings in violin, guitar, piano, and harp. plucked at the midpoint
Use the sonometer box to demonstrate the dependence of determine the wave- length
frequency on length, tension and linear density. of its fundamental
vibration.[ g=10msˉ²]
Perform an experiment to show the dependence of frequency on
the length of the vibrating string on a sonometer box. Present a
4.3.2 describe the report on your work.
frequency ranges of
sound. NOTE: observe students go through the following scientific
inquiry skills: observing, measuring controlling variables,
4.3.3 demonstrate the collecting data interpreting data, communicating and drawing
modes of vibrations conclusions.
in a stretched string.
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4.3.6 explain the concept of Doppler effect. Two tuning forks A and B are
Doppler effect of sounded together producing
sound. Discuss Doppler effect. beats with a frequency of
Use whistle, moving car or siren to demonstrate 10Hz. If a small piece of
Doppler effect. plasticine is fixed to fork B, the
4.3.7 describe beats and Beats. NOTE: Only qualitative treatment is required. beat frequency decreases. If
explain its production fork A has a frequency of
and applications. Discuss beats. 300Hz, what is the original
Use two tuning forks of nearly equal frequency to frequency of B?
demonstrate beats.
Use beats to tune musical Instruments.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 5
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5.1.6 describe and explain Metre bridge and its uses Discuss Kirchhoff‟s laws and illustrate the laws with
the uses of a metre appropriate diagrams.
bridge.
Describe the metre bridge as a practical form of the Describe an
Wheatstone bridge and derive the balanced bridge experiment to
equation. determine the
resistivity of a wire
Perform experiments using metre bridge to determine using the metre bridge.
resistance
resistivity of a wire.
5.1.7 describe the Potentiometer and its uses NOTE: observe students go through the skills of
potentiometer and observing, measuring, controlling variables, collecting data,
explain its uses. interpreting data, communicating and drawing conclusions.
5.2.2 describe magnetic field. Magnetic field. Discuss the properties of magnets.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 6
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 2
SECTION 7
ELECTRONICS
1. appreciate the characteristics of the P-N junction diode and their applications in electronics .
2. understand characteristics of the bipolar t transistors and their applications.
3. appreciate the use of digital electronics in electronic switching and integrated circuits.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL – YEAR 3
SECTION 1
1 appreciate the importance of making accurate measurements of physical quantities and their applications in science and technology.
2 appreciate some phenomena associated with properties of matter.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 3
SECTION 2
MECHANICS
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 3
SECTION 3
THERMAL PHYSICS
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 3
SECTION 4
WAVES
INTRODUCTION TO 4.1.1 explain what is meant The laser. Let students: Explain the term
LASER by laser. laser.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 3
SECTION 5
5.1.2 state the laws of Laws of electromagnetic induction a. State the laws of
electromagnetic Faraday‟s law Discuss and demonstrate electromagnetic induction. electromagnetic
induction and Lenz law induction.
describe the factors b. Describe an
affecting the Factors affecting the magnitude of experiment to
magnitude of the the induced e.m.f. Discuss the laws of electromagnetic induction. demonstrate
induced e.m.f Perform experiments to verify the laws of electromagnetic
Fleming‟s Right Hand Rule. electromagnetic induction. induction.
Discuss the factors affecting the magnitude of the
5.1.3 describe the Dynamo. induced e.m.f.
principles of Discuss the direction of the induced current using
operation of a Generator. Fleming‟s Right Hand Rule. Describe the
dynamo and a operation of a
generator. simple a.c
Discuss the operations of a bicycle dynamo. generator.
5.1.4 describe the structure Inductor. Discuss the operations of a simple a.c. generator.
of an inductor and Discuss the modification of an a.c. generator into d.c. Explain the term
explain its behaviour Self Inductance. generator. self inductance.
in d.c and a.c circuits.
Mutual inductance
Discuss the structure of an inductor.
Discuss and illustrate self inductance and mutual
inductance.
Discuss the behaviour of the inductor in d.c circuit.
Discuss the behaviour of the inductor in a.c circuit.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 3
SECTION 6
6.1.2 explain nuclear Nuclear reactions: Discuss the causes of nuclear instability and how they emit radiation
reactions and Radioactivity to become stable.
distinguish between Induced or stimulated Discuss the nature of radioactive emissions, (alpha particles, beta
radioactivity and nuclear reactions particles and gamma rays).
stimulated/induced Discuss the properties of the above emissions.
nuclear reaction Discuss alpha decay, beta decay and gamma decay.
Discuss induced or stimulated emission.
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THE NUCLEUS AND 6.1.3 discuss the methods Detection of radioactive Let students:
NUCLEAR ENERGY of detecting emissions
radioactive emissions Discuss the use G-M counter and photographic plates to
detect radioactive emissions.
6.1.4 explain the terms Radioactive decay, half-life,
half-life, activity and activity and decay constant.
decay constant Discuss half-life, activity and decay constant. 60hours after 80g of a
radioactive isotope has
6.1.5 explain the Einstein‟s energy equation been prepared only 5g
relationship between E mc 2 remained .Calculate
mass and energy. Discuss the relationship between mass and energy. the half-life.
Binding energy and binding Discuss binding energy and the significance of binding
energy per nucleon. energy per nucleon. Explain what is meant
6.1.6 outline the by the following in
Applications of radioactivity
applications of nuclear reactor
radioactivity Discuss the applications of a radioactivity in medicine, i moderator
agriculture, industry, archeological dating and research. Ii control rods
6.1.7 distinguish between ii coolants.
Nuclear fission and fusion
fission and fusion
Discuss the concept of nuclear fission and fusion
6.1.8 explain the structure reactions. List some hazards in
The nuclear reactor
of a nuclear reactor the nuclear reactor and
and its applications Discuss the chain reaction. explain how to
Discuss the structure of the nuclear reactor. The dispose of nuclear
discussion should include moderator, control rods, wast.
coolants, heat exchangers, nuclear fuel.
6.1.9 outline the hazards of Hazards from radiation and
radiation from precautions to be observed for
Discuss the peaceful applications of the nuclear reactor. Explain the hazards of
nuclear waste and their disposal.
radiation and the
how to dispose of
Discuss the hazards of radiation and safety precautions safety precautions to
them
to be observed for their disposal. be observed for their
disposal.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL- YEAR 3
SECTION 7
ELECTRONICS
General Objectives: The student will:
appreciate the use of digital electronics in electronic switching and integrated circuits.
7.1.2 describe the use of Integrated circuits(I.C) Discuss the use of integrated circuits. Mention two uses of
integrated circuits integrated circuits.
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