General objectives of Grade 11 physics

After completing Grade 12 physics lessons students will be able to:

 Understand the relationship of physics with chemistry, biology, geology and
astronomy.
 Understand the behaviors of fluid flow.
 Understand the behavior of electric and magnetic fields
 Develop manipulative skills in solving problems related to kinematical and
dynamical problems related to two dimensional motion.
 Develop scientific-inquiry skills as they verify accepted laws and solve both
assigned problems and those emerging from their investigations
 Analyses the characteristics of the bipolar transistor and its application in
electronics.
 Appreciate the use of digital electronics in electronic switching and integrate
circuits.

BY
ABRAHAM WANNA
2016
MIRAB ABAYA SECONDARY HIGH SCOOL

TOWN BIRIBR

ADIMNSTRATION, ETHIOPIA

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Sept 2-6/1/15 4 1.1 Physics and other Explain how physics and chemistry are related. Discussion
emb
O er
sciences. define importance of physics of electricity in
biology
n 9-13/1/15 5 • Relate the Newtonian mechanics with civil Discussion

engineering
e 1.2 Physics &
Engineering & physics
• List different concepts of physics used in
mechanical engineering
and astrophysics
• Relate electromagnetism to electrical and
electronics engineering
• Explain how technology contributes to the
development of physics
16-20 • Explain the relation of physics with medicine Lecturing,

5 • Explain how the magnetic property of water

1.3 is used in MRI for diagnosis
• Differentiate the working principle of
conventional x-ray and computer tomography
Medical physics
(CT) scan
• Discuss how sound wave is used for diagnosis
• Explain how radiation is used for cancer and
tumor treatment
23-27 5 1.4 Physics and • List different defense technologies Lecturing,
and group
defense technology • Explain how physics is used in radar, missile discussion
and infra-red detection for night vision.
Octo 30-4/2/15 5 1.5 Physics in • Explain the relation of physics and Lecturing,
ber and group
communication. communication technology. discussion
7-11 5 Explain the motion of a projectile with Lecturing,
and group
respect to the horizontal and vertical discussion
2.1 Projectile components of its motion.
motion. Derive equations related to projectile
motion.
14-18 5 2.2 Rotational Identify that circular motion requires the Lecturing,
and group
Motion application of a constant force directed discussion
toward the center of the circle.
21-25 5 2.3 Rotational Define the physical concept of torque in terms Lecturing,
and group
Dynamics of force and distance from axis of rotation. discussion
Express torque in terms of moment of inertia
and angular acceleration.
Nov 28-2/3/14 5 2.4 Planetary •describe the motion of the planets around the Lecturing,
emb and group
er motion and Kepler’s Sun. discussion
Laws • State Kepler’s three laws.
• Apply equations to solve problems related to
orbital motion.

5-9 Mid exam

12-16 5 Lecturing,
•Explain what determines the strength of and group
discussion
 gravity.
2.5 Newton’s law of • Describe how Newton’s law of universal
universal gravitation gravitation extends our understanding of
Kepler’s laws.
• Apply equations to solve problems related to
Newton’s law of universal gravitation.
19-23 5 • Explain the properties of solids, liquids and Lecturing,
and group
gases. discussion
• Define pressure.
• Convert values of pressure from one pressure
unit to another.
• Explain causes of pressure in gas and liquids.
3.1 Fluid Statics • Define absolute, atmospheric and gauge
pressure.
• Define density and relative density.
• Solve problems related to pressure, density
and specific gravity.
26-30 5 • State Pascal’s principle Lecturing,
and group
• Explain how Pascal’s principle is used in discussion
hydraulic press machine.
• Discuss how pressure depends on the depth
of fluid.
3.2 Properties of • Discuss the working principles of pressure
Pressure in Fluids. measuring devices like barometers and
manometers.
• Perform simple experiments related to
pressure.
• Solve problems related to Pascal’s principle,
fluid depth and atmospheric pressure
Dec 3-7/04/14 5 3.3 Archimedes • Define the buoyant force. Lecturing,
emb and group
er Principle • Classify floating and submerging objects discussion
comparing the objects and the fluid density.
• Solve problems related to buoyant force
10-14 5 • Differentiate steady and turbulent fluid flow. Lecturing,
and group
• Define flow rate. discussion
• Derive equation of continuity from flow rate.
3.4 Fluid Flow. • Explain the cause and working principle of
some common activities or experiences.
• Solve problems on equation of continuity.
17-21 5 • List high- pressure systems. group
discussion
3.5 Safety and High • List application of high-pressure system
Pressure • Identify the common causes of risk in the
high-pressure systems
• Familiarized the safety measures related to
high pressure systems
24-28 5 • Describe magnet and magnetic field. Lecturing,
4.1. Magnets and and group
• Describe the sources of magnetic field. discussion
magnetic fields
 • Describe the difference between electric field
and magnetic field.
Janu 1-5/5/14 5 4.2 Magnetic Field • Describe magnetic field lines around group
ary discussion
Lines. permanent magnets and electromagnet.
• Describe the properties of magnetic field
lines.
• Compare magnetic and electric field lines.
8-12 Revision
15-19 Final exam
22-28/
Febr 29- Break
T uary 3/06/15

w 6-10 5 4.3. Current and

magnetism
• Explain the relationship between current and
magnetism
Lecturing,
and group
discussion
o • Describe Ampere’s law.
• Describe the magnetic Field Created by a
Long Straight Current-Carrying Wire.
13-17 5 4.4. Electromagnetic • Define electromagnetic induction Lecturing,
and group
Induction • Define magnetic flux discussion
• Calculate magnetic flux
20-24 5 4.5. Faraday‘s Law • State Faraday’s law of electromagnetic Lecturing,
and group
of electromagnetic induction discussion
Induction • State Lenz’s law in the phenomena of
electromagnetic induction
27- 5 4.6. Transformer • Describe the working principle of transformer Lecturing,
1/07\14 and group
• Discuss how transformer is used in commonly discussion
available devices
mar 4-9 5 4.7. Application and • Describe application of electromagnetism in Lecturing,
ch and group
safety your daily life. discussion
11-15 5 • Describe the difference between conductor, group
discussion
insulator and semiconductor.
• Give example of semiconductor elements.
• Distinguish b/n intrinsic and extrinsic
5.1 Semiconductors semiconductors.
• Distinguish b/n N- type and P-type
semiconductors.
• Explain how doping supports current flow in a
semiconductor material.
18-22 5 • Describe what a junction diode is and how it Lecturing,
and group
is made. discussion
5.2 Diodes and their • Draw the schematic symbol for a diode.
Functions. • Explain the difference between forward bias
and reverse bias of a diode.
• Describe the I-V characteristics of a diode.
• Describe the function of diodes, including
rectification.
25-29 5 • Describe the working principle of half-wave Lecturing,
and group
5.3 Rectification and full-wave rectification. discussion
 • Describe the function of capacitor in the case
of full-wave rectification.
• Describe some practical uses of diode.
April 2-6/8/14 5 • Describe how a transistor is constructed and Lecturing,
and group
its two different configurations. discussion
• Draw and label the schematic symbol for an
5.4 Transistors and NPN and a PNP transistor.
their application • Describe the function of a transistor as an
amplifier.
• Describe the difference between emitter,
base and collector in terms of dopant
concentration.
• Calculate the gain (amplification) of a
transistor
9-13 5 • Explain the importance of integrated circuits. Lecturing,
and group
5.5 Integrated • Identify the major components of an discussion
Circuits integrated circuit.
• Identify advantages and disadvantages of
integrated circuits.
16-20 5 • Identify digital and analog signals. group
discussion
5.6 Logic gates and • Identify and explain the function of the basic
logic circuits. logic gates.
• Draw the symbols and analog switch circuit
for the basic logic gates.
• Develop truth tables for the basic logic gates.
23-27 5
May 30-4/9/15
7-11
14-18

11-
23/9/15

Revision
Final exam