This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories.
Courses Type: University Preparation
Prerequisite: SPH3U, Grade 11 Physics
Grade 12 Physics allows students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. In this course, students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion. They will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields, as well as electromagnetic radiation. Students will also have the chance to explore topics such as the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. Throughout the course, they will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning how to analyze data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles both qualitatively and quantitatively. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
SPH4U Online Course Outline and Timeline
Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the SPH4U course profile.
Unit Order | Unit Name | Suggested Time |
Unit 0 | Prerequisite Review & Kinematics | 10 Hours |
Unit 1 | Force and Motion: Dynamics | 20 Hours |
Unit 2 | Energy and Momentum | 20 Hours |
MID SEMESTER POINT | ||
Unit 3 | Electric, Gravitational and Magnetic Fields | 20 Hours |
Unit 4 | The Wave Nature of Light | 20 Hours |
Unit 5 | Modern Physics | 18 Hours |
FINAL | Final Exam | 2 Hours |
View Sample GradebookTotal | 110 Hours |
Please note, as per Ministry guidelines, OVS has a mandatory 14 day minimum requirement for student enrollment to be eligible for a midterm report card and 28 days enrollment to be eligible for a final report card.
Fundamental Concepts Covered in Grade 12 Physics Online Course
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.