Departments > Science
Staff
J. Rotherham (Subject leader)
P. Lawson (Second)
G. Ladd
W. Vardy
C. Curtis
L. Hazelby
R. Arif-Vardy
A. McAuley
As of September 2008 we are introducing a new AS level to the college. This is an exciting development from the Institute of Physics and has proven to be very popular in other schools.
The course involves:
- A broad vision of physics as it is today, including modern developments in imaging and visualisation, micro-electronics and sensors, communications technology, and modern developments in design and uses of materials;
- A novel but very simple introduction to the essence of quantum mechanical thinking;
- All the core topics required in all physics AS-levels, particularly electric circuits, waves and mechanics;
- Training in essential skills of experimentation and data handling, including dealing with uncertainty and systematic error.
The aims are that the course:
- Makes physics exciting and relevant
- Is contemporary in content and modes of delivery
- Is attractive and accessible to the widest possible variety of students
- Sets physics in a variety of contexts, illustrating connections with everyday life, people, places and cultures
- Rewards students for initiative and commitment and allows them to develop their own interests
