Why Choose This Course?
What makes a rocket launch, a satellite orbit, or an MRI scanner work? Why is Einstein’s theory still crucial to your GPS?
Physics ATAR Year 12 explains the big forces and tiny particles that shape our universe. This course takes you from gravitational waves to quantum leaps.
Explore the laws that govern motion in electric, magnetic and gravitational fields. Dive into Newton’s and Einstein’s theories to understand circular motion, satellite trajectories, and mind-bending concepts like time dilation. See how these theories impact technologies such as GPS, power systems, and aerospace engineering.
Delve into the forces that power the modern world — from motors and generators to particle accelerators and quantum theory. Study the dual nature of light, the foundations of the Big Bang theory, and how electromagnetic waves are produced. Explore how these ideas explain everything from medical imaging to solar panels.
Skills and Capabilities Developed:
Use mathematical models and simulations, solve real-world engineering problems, analyse data from modern experiments, and evaluate the impact of scientific theories.
Potential Careers
Engineer, Data Scientist, Astronomer, Medical Physicist, Pilot.
Post-School Study Options
Bachelor of Science (Physics), Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace.
Pre-requisites
Year 11 ATAR Physics is strongly recommended.
Ms Kerry-Anne Randall
Head of Science
Kerry.Randall@cewa.edu.au