About SSS3 Physics Scheme of Work
Physics is the study of the laws that govern matter, energy, and their interactions. It covers fundamental concepts such as motion, forces, energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, and nuclear physics. Physics helps us understand the workings of the universe, and it is crucial for technological progress. It underpins fields like engineering, medicine, and computer science, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
The Lagos state unified scheme of work for Physics in SSS3 builds on what students have learned in SSS1 and SSS2, helping them get ready for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). It covers important topics like motion, forces, energy, electricity, magnetism, heat, and modern physics concepts. It also includes practical experiments to help students see how physics works in real life. By learning these topics, students get a good mix of theory and hands-on experience.
The WASSCE is a big exam that SSS3 students need to pass to go to university or start their careers, and the Lagos state unified scheme of work for SSS3 physics is designed to help students do well on this exam. Good physics knowledge helps students think critically and solve problems and equally equips them with skills that are useful for the WASSCE and their career development.
Assessment Guide
SSS3 students in Nigeria are assessed in Physics through continuous assessments and the WASSCE. Continuous assessments include class tests, assignments, oral presentations, projects, and class participation. The WASSCE consists of multiple-choice questions, essays, and practicals. These assessments evaluate a range of skills, ensuring holistic evaluation, skill development, preparation for higher education and careers, and identifying areas for improvement.
SSS3 First Term Scheme of Work for Physics
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SSS3 Second Term Scheme of Work for Physics
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | Electromagnetic Field Concept of Electromagnetic field. Current carrying solenoid in a magnetic field. Appliättons of Electromagnetic field. | 1. Explain the concept cf Electromagnetic field. 2. Investigate the direction of current. Magnetic field and force in an electromagnetic field 3. Research on application of electromagnetic field |
| 2 | Electromagnetic Induction, Eddy current, Transformer, Induction coil. Fleming’s rules AC and DC Generators | 1. Explain the concept of electromagnetic induction and Fleming’s rule 2. State and explain the laws of electromagnetic induction 3. Describe the conversion principles involved in both laws 4. Research on the use of induction coils and transformer 5. Solve simple problems on transformer and power loss 6. Justify the reasons why the cores of the induction coil and the transformers are laminated, 7. Compare the principles of AC and DC generators: |
| 3 | Simple AC Circuit: Graphical Representation of E.M.F current in an A.C circuit, peak and r.m.s values, series circuit containing resistance, inductance and capacitors, reactance and impedance power in A.C circuit | 1. Distinguish between the peak, and r.m.s values of current and potential difference 2. Establish the phase relationship between current and potential difference in an A.C circuit 3. Compare reactance and impedance 4. Determine power in an A.C circuit 5. Solve related question in A.C circuit |
| 4 | Models of an atom: -Concept of Atom, Rutherford, Bohr, Electron-Cloud models, Limitation of physical models, Isotopes, Nucleon numbers and their relationship. | 1. Describe the evolution of the early model of atoms to the modern picture of atom 2. Distinguish between the specific model of the atom with emphasis on visual representations of the atom 3. Research on how experiments were used to develop the model of the atom 4. Investigate limitations of the model 5. Research on the relationships between isotopes and Nucleon numbers |
| 5 | Nucleus & Radioactivity, Nuclear reaction. Nuclear power and atomic bombs, Nigeria’s nuclear energy programme. | 1. Describe radioactivity and its type 2. Investigate the radiation from radioactive substances using their characteristics 3. Explain Half-life and solve simple problem involving half-life of radioactive substance 4. Establish a relationship between decay constant and half-life 5. Discuss some uses of radioactive substance 6. Differentiate between Nuclear fusion and Nuclear fission and state the advantage of Nuclear fusion over Nuclear fission. 7. Research on Nigeria’s Nuclear energy program. |
| 6 | Energy Quantization | 1. Explain the concept of Energy quantization 2. Describe X-ray production with emphasis on its characteristics properties uses, hazard and safety precautions 3. Investigate the principles of operation of cathode ray-oscilloscope 4. Research on wave particle duality of matter and identify phenomena which satisfy what matter behaves like a. Wave b. Particle 5. Explain the concept of uncertainty principles |
Recommended Physics Textbooks for Senior Secondary School 3
The recommended Physics textbooks for SSS3 include but are not limited to the following:
- Excellence in Physics by G.O Ojuh, P, A. Ojajuni, M.O Giwa
Cambridge University Press SS 1-3
- Senior Cert. Practical Physics by B.L.N Ndupu, Okeke P.N
Learn Africa Plc SS 1-3
- Physics Laboratory Manual by Engr. Nwoye Kenneth
Mid-Field Publishers SS 1-3
- New School Physics by M.W Anyakoha
Africana First Publishers Plc SS 1-3
- Senior Secondary Physics by P.N Okeke, F. N Okeke
P.N Okeke Publishing Company SS 1-3
- Extension Physics by Osinubi Saheeda, Igwebuike Chinwe et al
Extension Publication SS 1-3
- All Schools’ Physics by Ofojebe Tochukwu Alex
Our Saviour Press SS 1-3
- Simplified Practical Physics manual by Ilo Udochukwu C. Elochukwu Akaolisah Printing Press SS 1-3
