Physics Fundamentals introduces core principles including motion, energy, forces, and waves. Develop problem-solving skills, understand real-world applications, and build a strong scientific foundation for further study and practical understanding confident.
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Physics Fundamentals is an engaging introduction to Physics Basics, designed to help learners understand the scientific principles that explain how the world works. This course explores physical laws, matter, energy, motion, and the foundations of physics through clear explanations of essential concepts, making it ideal for beginners seeking knowledge of the physical universe.
This course covers key areas including Mechanics Principles, Energy and Motion, Forces and Motion, and Matter and Energy. Learners will explore important topics such as gravitation, heat, waves and sound, and light while developing an understanding of how physics applies to everyday experiences and scientific discoveries.
Through the study of Electricity Basics and Atomic Physics, learners will gain insight into the fundamental interactions that shape the natural world. Covering topics from the nature of physics to matter characteristics, waves, and light, this course builds a strong foundation in physics concepts and supports further study in science and technology fields.
After completing the Physics Fundamentals course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Physics Fundamentals introduces learners to the essential principles of physics, including mechanics, forces, motion, energy, waves, sound, electricity, matter, and basic atomic physics. This course explores the fundamental laws of physics and scientific principles that explain how objects, energy, and natural phenomena interact in the world around us.
Studying Physics Fundamentals develops analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of physical concepts. The course supports learners interested in science, engineering, technology, and further physics study by building a strong foundation in mechanics, energy systems, waves, and the fundamental principles that shape the universe.
The Physics Fundamentals course has a total study time of 3 hours, 11 minutes. This comprehensive programme is designed for flexible learning, allowing learners to progress at their own pace while exploring core physics concepts, including physics basics, mechanics principles, energy and motion, forces and motion, matter and energy, waves and sound, electricity basics, atomic physics, physical laws, scientific principles, and real-world applications of physics.
The Physics Fundamentals course requirements are simple and suitable for beginners. Learners should have a basic understanding of mathematics and science, an interest in understanding the physical world, motion, energy, forces, matter, and natural phenomena, and a willingness to explore key physics principles. Access to an internet-enabled device and commitment to regular study are recommended for effective learning and successful course completion.
This course introduces the core principles of physics, covering mechanics, forces and motion, energy, matter, waves and sound, electricity basics, atomic physics, physical laws, scientific principles, and the fundamental concepts that explain how the natural world works.
No. It is suitable for beginners, students, science enthusiasts, and anyone interested in building a strong foundation in physics and understanding the principles behind everyday physical phenomena.
The course is delivered online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and develop essential knowledge of physics concepts, theories, and applications conveniently.
Yes. Physics exercises, concept-based activities, practical examples, problem-solving tasks, topic reviews, and quizzes may be included to reinforce learning.
You will receive a certificate of completion after successfully finishing the course.
This course supports further study and career development in physics, engineering, research, technology, education, astronomy, environmental science, and other fields requiring scientific knowledge and analytical skills.
| Section 01: Nature and Scope of Physics | |||
| Introduction | 00:02:00 | ||
| Scope of Physics | 00:07:00 | ||
| Units | 00:08:00 | ||
| Motion | 00:08:00 | ||
| Section 02: Matter and Its Characteristics | |||
| What is matter? | 00:03:00 | ||
| Pressure | 00:06:00 | ||
| Properties of solids | 00:04:00 | ||
| Properties of Liquids | 00:12:00 | ||
| Properties of gases and molecular motion | 00:07:00 | ||
| Work, Energy and Power | 00:10:00 | ||
| Section 03: Gravitation | |||
| Newton’s law of gravitation | 00:07:00 | ||
| Variation of “g” | 00:05:00 | ||
| Kepler’s law of planetary motion | 00:04:00 | ||
| Satellites | 00:08:00 | ||
| Section 04: Heat | |||
| Heat | 00:04:00 | ||
| Measuring heat intensity | 00:06:00 | ||
| Triple point of water and Thermometers | 00:10:00 | ||
| Effects of heating and unusual behaviour of water | 00:06:00 | ||
| Transfer of Heat | 00:10:00 | ||
| Laws of Thermodynamics | 00:06:00 | ||
| Section 05: Waves | |||
| Types of waves | 00:05:00 | ||
| Terminology and properties of waves | 00:06:00 | ||
| Sound waves | 00:09:00 | ||
| Speed of sound | 00:04:00 | ||
| Section 06: Light | |||
| What is Light? | 00:07:00 | ||
| Reflection of light | 00:05:00 | ||
| Refraction of light | 00:09:00 | ||
| How eclipses occur | 00:03:00 | ||
| Dispersion of light | 00:05:00 | ||
| The colours | 00:05:00 | ||
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