Course: PHYSICS 2 (Grade 11)

[This course can be studied in Grade 11, by itself or in conjunction with one or two other Grade 11 science courses. This course is
a prerequisite to studying Physics 3 as an elective in Grade 12.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to assist learners to better understand the physical world and how it works. The course
explores fundamental physics principles, models, theories and laws, and their applications in advancing science and technology. Learners
will build understanding of how matter, motion and energy interact in the natural world through both descriptive and quantitative
understanding and problem solving. The course builds learners’ skills in investigating, communicating, collaborating, information processing,
and problem solving, to help them better understand how Physics impacts on Filipino society as well as other global societies.

Number of hours/quarter: 80 hours

Number of hours/week: 4 hours

Grade level: 11

Quarter 3: Periodic Motion and Fluid Mechanics

Content Content Standards Learning Competencies

The learners learn that: The learners:
Periodic Motion 1. simple harmonic motion 1. draw on personal experiences and secondary sources to
1. Oscillations can be characterized by demonstrate through simple activities the concept of simple
2. Simple harmonic periodic motion. harmonic motion in natural and made situations;
motion 2. The properties of fluids,
2. describe simple harmonic motion in terms of amplitude,
are fundamental for
understanding fluid period, frequency, phase and how its principles are applied in
Fluid Mechanics behavior and its the design of everyday systems;
1. Properties of fluids applications in various 3. use mathematical models to solve for and describe the
2. Fluid statics systems. displacement, velocity, and acceleration of objects in simple
3. Fluid dynamics 3. buoyancy of fluids and the harmonic motion;.
factors that affect it can be
used in maintaining
balance/equilibrium, and

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 stability, and thereby, 4. identify everyday situations that involve fluids in natural
safety of aquatic situations and which make use of fluids in practical
structures and vessels. applications;
4. The principles of fluid
5. describe the properties of fluids including density, viscosity,
dynamics are essential in
analyzing fluid flows and pressure, surface tension, and compressibility
piping systems. 6. explain how the output force in a hydraulic system is
influenced by the difference in cross-sectional areas of the
connected components.
7. calculate the buoyant force on objects submerged in fluids by
applying Archimedes’ principle.
8. investigate the factors affecting fluid pressure and type of flow
in various systems such as piping systems, hydraulic systems,
blood circulation, and aerospace.
9. explain Bernoulli's Principle and its applications in real-world
scenarios, such as aviation, and safety.
10. solve problems involving pressure, cross-sectional area,
elevation, and speed applying Continuity equation and
Bernoulli’s principle.
Performance Standards
By the end of the quarter, learners describe and explain the properties of fluids. They analyze and apply the principles of fluid
dynamics to resolve problems in systems and applications. They design and conduct experiments to demonstrate fluid properties
and apply fluid mechanics principles to develop practical solutions to real-world problems to showcase the relevance and impact
of fluid behavior in various fields.

Suggested Performance Task

1. Design and create a miniature and functional hydraulic system that can lift, transfer, and move objects, using everyday
materials. Include a write-up and presentation on how the model can be used practically if built on a large scale.

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 Quarter 4: Heat and Thermodynamics
Content Content Standards Learning Competencies
The learners learn that: The learners:
Heat and Temperature 1. heat and temperature are 1. differentiate temperature and heat in various applications
1. Temperature and heat fundamental concepts in such as in air conditioning, cooking, refrigeration, and
2. Thermal expansions understanding methods of ventilation;
3. Quantity of heat: heat transfer, 2. explain how heat and temperature relate to the Zeroth Law of
Calorimetry 2. the Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics.
4. Phase transition Thermodynamics explains 3. investigate the factors affecting compression and expansion of
5. Mechanisms of heat how heat flows and solids due to change in temperature
transfer reaches equilibrium in 4. calculate length and volume changes of solids due to change
6. Thermodynamic thermal systems. in temperature using the formula: ΔL = αL0ΔT; and ΔV = βV0ΔT
processes 3. the concepts of thermal respectively;
Thermodynamics expansion are critical in 5. use the concept of sensible heat to determine the quantity of
1. Zeroth Law of constructing and heat transfer required to produce a change in temperature and
Thermodynamics. designing buildings, latent heat to facilitate a phase transition in a system.
2. First Law of bridges, and train rails. 6. describe the methods of heat transfer and their applications
Thermodynamics 4. quantifying heat transfers such as in cooking, building insulation and thermal clothing
3. Second Law of in a thermal system is 7. use information from secondary sources to analyze
Thermodynamics vital in understanding its thermodynamic processes in engines, power plants, and
energy efficiency; refrigeration systems;
5. The laws of 8. describe the role of the laws of thermodynamics in analyzing
thermodynamics have a the impacts of heat in systems including environmental and
wide range of applications engineering systems.
across various fields.
Performance Standards
By the end of the quarter, learners distinguish the fundamental concepts of temperature and heat, and explain the methods of heat
transfer using examples. Learners design and conduct simple experiments to demonstrate thermodynamic processes, showcasing the
relevance and impact of thermodynamics in various practical applications. They analyze and apply the laws of thermodynamics to solve
word problems and explain their real-world applications. They describe and analyze thermodynamic processes in various systems, and
calculate the efficiency of heat engines and refrigeration systems. They discuss the principles of phase transitions in terms of latent heat
and phase, and describe the role of thermodynamics in environmental and engineering systems.

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 Suggested Performance Task
• Plan and execute an interactive educational exhibit that simulates the transfer of heat in a thermodynamic system.

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