22 PO3(a) M7 Learner-led research into the resistivity of different Discussion of findings Resistance Demonstrate Describe how the values of resistivity and materials (conductors, semi-conductors, calculations applied specific heat capacity determine the uses insulators) and how materials may be used in Notes made during experimental of materials in industry industry. research and written Written techniques in evidence communication physics: Class comes together to discuss their findings resistivity under the guidance of the tutor. The resistivity Research values (practical and theoretical) can be used to determine the uses in industry based on whether the material is a conductor, semi-conductor or insulator. Some industries to consider could include manufacturing, automotive and medical PO4 engineering. Understand safety procedure Learners record their findings for P7/M7 and risk (resistivity). assessment when Tutor goes through homework on resistivity undertaking calculations. scientific practical work Stretch and challenge: thorough research on a variety of materials and their resistivities. Specification Week Key learning objectives Learning activities and resources Plenary Skills reference
22 PO3(a) Demonstrate applied experimental techniques in physics: resistivity PO4 Understand safety procedure and risk assessment when undertaking scientific practical work M7 Describe how the values of resistivity and specific heat capacity determine the uses of materials in industry Learner-led research into the resistivity of different materials (conductors, semi-conductors, insulators) and how materials may be used in industry. Class comes together to discuss their findings under the guidance of the tutor. The resistivity values (practical and theoretical) can be used to determine the uses in industry based on whether the material is a conductor, semi-conductor or insulator. Some industries to consider could include manufacturing, automotive and medical engineering. Learners record their findings for P7/M7 (resistivity). Tutor goes through homework on resistivity calculations. Stretch and challenge: thorough research on a variety of materials and their resistivities. Discussion of findings Notes made during research and written evidence Resistance calculations Written communication Research Week Specification reference Key learning objectives Learning activities and resources Plenary Skills
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