GTLE Subject Specialism Physics study plan

Derive and apply the kinematic equations for constant acceleration to solve multi-stage motion problems (projectiles, free fall, two-body chases) without referring to notes.

Draw and interpret free-body diagrams for systems involving friction, tension, inclines, and connected masses, then write Newton's second law for each body.

Solve circular-motion problems by identifying the centripetal force source in banked curves, vertical loops, and conical pendulums.

Set up and solve work-energy and impulse-momentum problems, deciding deliberately which conservation law is the faster route.

Apply conservation of momentum to elastic, inelastic, and explosion collisions, and verify kinetic-energy accounting in each case.

Analyze rotational dynamics: torque, moment of inertia for standard bodies, angular momentum conservation, and rolling without slipping.

Solve simple-harmonic-motion problems for springs and pendulums, computing period, amplitude, phase, and energy exchange.

Apply Newton's law of gravitation and Kepler's third law to orbital and satellite problems.

Apply Coulomb's law and superposition to compute the net electric field and potential at a point from multiple point charges.

Use Gauss's law to derive the field of spheres, infinite lines, and infinite sheets, and state when symmetry justifies it.

Analyze DC circuits with series/parallel combinations, internal resistance, and Kirchhoff's rules, computing currents and terminal voltages.

Compute capacitance for parallel-plate and series/parallel capacitor networks and track stored energy through changes.

Apply the right-hand rules to determine magnetic force on moving charges and current-carrying wires, and the field of wires, loops, and solenoids.

Use Faraday's and Lenz's laws to determine induced emf magnitude and current direction in changing-flux scenarios.

Interpret and construct motion, field, and circuit graphs, extracting gradients and areas with correct units.

Translate word problems into algebraic and graphical models, and check answers by dimensional analysis and limiting-case reasoning.

Apply the wave equation, superposition, and standing-wave boundary conditions to strings, pipes, and beats problems.

Solve refraction, total internal reflection, thin-lens, and mirror problems using ray diagrams and the lens/mirror equations with sign conventions.

Analyze double-slit and diffraction-grating interference quantitatively, including fringe spacing and wavelength determination.

Apply the first law of thermodynamics and the ideal gas law to isothermal, adiabatic, isobaric, and isochoric processes, and compute efficiency of heat engines.

Relate kinetic theory expressions for root-mean-square speed and internal energy to macroscopic temperature and pressure.

Apply the photoelectric equation, de Broglie wavelength, and energy-level transitions to compute photon energies, threshold frequencies, and spectral lines.

Solve nuclear decay problems using half-life, activity, and mass-defect binding energy, and balance nuclear equations.

Design a valid practical procedure for a given physics question, identifying independent, dependent, and controlled variables and the measurement instruments needed.

Evaluate experimental data for uncertainty: combine absolute and percentage uncertainties, compute percentage difference, and identify systematic versus random error sources.

State laboratory safety rules for electricity, heat, radiation, and laser work, and select appropriate protective measures.

Sequence a topic (e.g., electric circuits or Newton's laws) into a lesson plan with prior-knowledge assumptions, learning objectives, activities, and a formative check.

Select and justify appropriate representations (free-body diagrams, circuit schematics, graphs, simulations) for teaching abstract concepts.

Diagnose common physics misconceptions (e.g., force implies motion, current is 'used up', heavier objects fall faster) and write a targeted instructional response for each.

Design assessment items at different cognitive levels and write marking guidance that distinguishes partial from full credit.

Complete two full-length timed mock papers under exam conditions and score them against the domain weightings.

Re-teach the three weakest domains using condensed notes and redo every previously missed item until correct without prompts.

Consolidate all formula sheets and error logs into a single final review document organized by domain.

Verify readiness by checking that every domain's accuracy meets a self-set target threshold before exam day.