Érettségi Physics study plan
Érettségi Physics · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Mechanics (kinematics, dynamics, statics, conservation laws)
Solve 20 kinematics problems (uniform and uniformly accelerated motion) without referring to formulas, deriving each from definitions.
Draw and interpret position–time, velocity–time, and acceleration–time graphs for at least 5 different motion scenarios.
Apply Newton's three laws to solve 10 dynamics problems involving forces on inclined planes, pulleys, and connected bodies.
State and use the conditions for static equilibrium (net force and net torque zero) to solve 5 statics problems.
Your checkpoint
A handwritten problem set with 35 fully solved mechanics problems (kinematics, dynamics, statics) showing all steps and free-body diagrams, self-graded with corrections.
Mechanics (kinematics, dynamics, statics, conservation laws)
Derive the work–energy theorem and apply it to solve 10 problems involving variable forces and power.
Use conservation of mechanical energy to solve 8 problems, including pendulums, loops, and spring-mass systems.
Apply conservation of momentum (1D and 2D collisions) to solve 8 problems, distinguishing elastic and inelastic cases.
Solve 6 problems combining conservation laws with rotational motion (angular momentum, torque, moment of inertia).
Your checkpoint
A one-page formula sheet for mechanics (kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum) with brief derivations and units, plus 32 solved problems in a log.
Thermodynamics and heat (thermal phenomena, gases, phase changes)
Define and apply the first law of thermodynamics to solve 10 problems involving work, heat, and internal energy for ideal gases.
Derive and use the ideal gas law and the specific heat capacities (Cp, Cv) to solve 8 problems on thermodynamic processes (isobaric, isochoric, isothermal, adiabatic).
Calculate efficiency of heat engines and COP of refrigerators for 5 cyclic processes.
Solve 5 problems on phase changes (latent heat, melting, boiling) and thermal expansion.
Your checkpoint
A summary table of thermodynamic processes (work, heat, ΔU, efficiency) and a set of 28 solved thermodynamics problems with explanations.
Electromagnetism (electrostatics, direct current, magnetic fields, induction)
State Coulomb's law and solve 8 problems on electric fields and potentials for point charges and simple configurations.
Apply Ohm's law and Kirchhoff's rules to solve 10 DC circuit problems, including series/parallel combinations and internal resistance.
Calculate the magnetic force on moving charges and current-carrying wires, and solve 6 problems on magnetic fields of simple configurations (straight wire, loop, solenoid).
Use Faraday's law and Lenz's law to solve 6 problems on electromagnetic induction.
Your checkpoint
A circuit diagram portfolio with 30 solved electromagnetism problems (electrostatics, DC circuits, magnetism, induction) and a checklist of common mistakes.
Waves and optics (mechanical waves, sound, geometric and wave optics) & Atomic, nuclear and quantum physics (atomic models, radioactivity, quantum phenomena)
Describe wave properties (wavelength, frequency, speed, interference, diffraction) and solve 8 problems on mechanical waves and sound (Doppler effect, resonance).
Apply geometric optics (reflection, refraction, lenses, mirrors) to solve 8 problems using ray diagrams and the lens/mirror equation.
Explain wave–particle duality and solve 5 problems on the photoelectric effect and photon energy.
Describe atomic models (Rutherford, Bohr) and calculate energy levels and spectral lines for hydrogen (5 problems).
Your checkpoint
A two-part study guide: one page on waves and optics with key formulas and diagrams, and one page on quantum and atomic physics with 18 solved problems.
Atomic, nuclear and quantum physics (atomic models, radioactivity, quantum phenomena) & Gravitation and astronomy (gravitational field, celestial mechanics, cosmology)
Explain radioactivity (alpha, beta, gamma decay) and solve 6 problems on half-life and nuclear reactions.
Calculate binding energy and mass defect for 5 nuclei using E=mc².
Apply Newton's law of gravitation and Kepler's laws to solve 6 problems on satellite motion and orbital mechanics.
Summarize the Big Bang model and evidence (Hubble's law, CMB) in a short written explanation.
Your checkpoint
A concept map linking atomic, nuclear, and gravitational physics, plus 17 solved problems and a 200-word summary of cosmology.
Physics in everyday life and technology (applied physics, measurement, history of physics)
Identify and explain the physics principles behind 10 everyday devices (e.g., microwave, GPS, thermometer, electric motor).
Describe 5 key historical experiments (e.g., Millikan, Rutherford, Michelson–Morley) and their significance.
Perform unit conversions and error analysis for 5 measurement scenarios.
Solve 10 applied physics problems that integrate mechanics, thermodynamics, or electromagnetism in real-world contexts.
Your checkpoint
A portfolio of 10 device explanations (each with a diagram and the relevant physics law) and a set of 15 solved applied problems.
Mechanics (kinematics, dynamics, statics, conservation laws) & Thermodynamics and heat (thermal phenomena, gases, phase changes) & Electromagnetism (electrostatics, direct current, magnetic fields, induction) & Waves and optics (mechanical waves, sound, geometric and wave optics) & Atomic, nuclear and quantum physics (atomic models, radioactivity, quantum phenomena) & Gravitation and astronomy (gravitational field, celestial mechanics, cosmology) & Physics in everyday life and technology (applied physics, measurement, history of physics)
Complete two full-length practice exams under timed conditions, simulating the érettségi format.
Review all incorrect answers and categorize errors by domain and question type.
Re-solve 20 previously missed problems to confirm mastery.
Create a final one-page summary sheet of the most critical formulas and constants for each domain.
Your checkpoint
A timed practice exam score report with error analysis and a personalized review checklist, plus the final summary sheet.
Milestones
Week 2: Complete 60% of mechanics problems correctly in a timed 30-minute set of 10 mixed problems, and explain the solution method for each without notes.
Week 4: Score at least 70% on a self-made 20-question quiz covering mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism, with correct use of units and significant figures.
Week 6: Successfully solve a 15-problem set spanning waves, optics, atomic, nuclear, and gravitational physics within 45 minutes, achieving at least 65% accuracy.
Week 8: Achieve a score of 75% or higher on a full-length practice exam under timed conditions, and demonstrate improvement in at least two previously weak domains.