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Title: SPH0A-A, Physics SPH0A-0, Physique
Institution: Ontario Ministry of Education and Training, Independent Learning Centre, Canada

Level:
Pre-degree.

Description:
[English description - French follows]
This OAC provides the opportunity to master the concept of physics, recognize scientific processes, and develop problem-solving abilities. Students will be exposed to problems that combine concepts from areas such as mechanics, electricity, wave phenomena, and modern physics. The course also deals with the relevant applications and societal implications of physics.

Topics include Newton's laws of motion; theories of light; electric fields; and special relativity.

[French follows]
Ce CPO offre la possibilite de comprendre et d'experimenter des procedes scientifiques et de resoudre des problemes techniques.
Vers la fin du cours, l'eleve devra resoudre des problemes complexes dans lesquels interviennent des concepts relevant de la mecanique, de l'electricite, des phenomenes d'onde et de la physique moderne.
Ce cours traite aussi des applications et des implications de la physique dans la societe. Sujets traites: les theories du systeme de Newton, la theorie de la lumiere, les champs electriques et la loi de la relativite.


Assessment may include: Assignments, examinations.

Entry requirements:
SPH4A or the equivalent (French: SPH4A-O).

Programmes in which this course may be included:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Languages:
English and French

Media and methods employed: Printed text, tutorial support.

Administrative information:
This is a 1 credit, OAC level course. 120 hours of study are required.

Students completing this course successfully will receive a certificate of completion.

ILC's courses are copyrighted. Courses may not be reproduced. Institutions interested in purchasing a particular course should apply directly to ILC.


Classification:
070430 PHYSICS


Date: 5 June 1996 jc
Source: 1995-1996 Course Guide

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