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S.4 Physics, Term 1

Electromagnetic Effects

Theme: Magnetism 12 periods 6 learning outcomes

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S.4 · Physics · Term 1

Electromagnetic Effects

PHY-S4-T1-03 12 periods

Competency

The learner should know and understand how magnetic fields interact with electric fields and the applications of this phenomenon.

Learning outcomes for Electromagnetic Effects
1 Investigate the behaviour of magnets and magnetic fields Skills
2 Understand that a current carrying conductor produces a magnetic field that can be detected UnderstandingSkills
3 Understand the application of electromagnets in devices such as motors, bells, and generators UnderstandingSkills
4 Understand the difference between a.c. and d.c Understanding
5 Know how a.c. and d.c. can be interconverted using rectifiers and inverters Knowledge
6 Understand the action and applications of transformers UnderstandingSkillsValues & attitudes
What do the labels mean?

Each learning outcome is tagged with what it builds: Knowledge (facts you can recall), Understanding (explaining why), Skills (things you can do), Values & attitudes, and Generic skills such as communication and critical thinking.

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