PU3/Physics Unit3(AS)

1. Unit Title: AS Physics (Physics Unit3)   2. Unit Code: WPH13/01   3. Content Overview: Students are expected to develop experimental skills, and a knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques, by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study Units 1 and 2. This unit will assess candidates' knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures and techniques that were developed in Units 1 and 2.   4. Assessment Overview - Unit : Unit3/Practical Skills in Physics I - Percentage : 20% of IAS / 10% of IAL - Mark : 50 - Time : 1 hour 20 mins - AvailabilityJanuary, June and  October The paper may include short-open, open-response, calculations and extended-writing questions. The paper will include questions that target mathematics at Level 2 or above (see Appendix 6: Mathematical skills and exemplifications). A minimum of 20 marks will be awarded for mathematics at Level 2 or above. Candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge and understanding of practical skills to familiar and unfamiliar situations.