OBJECTIVES:

The broad aims are to enable students to:

1. develop interest, motivation and a sense of achievement in their study of physics.

2. develop an appreciation of the nature of physics, the historical and current development in physics.

3. understand the fundamental principles and concepts of physics and its methodology.

4. develop an awareness of the relevance of physics to their daily life.

5. acquire the basic scientific knowledge and concepts for living in and contributing to a scientific and technological world.

6. recognize the usefulness and limitations of science and the interactions between science, technology and society.

7. develop an attitude of responsible citizenship, including respect for the environment and commitment to the wise use of resources.

8. develop the ability to describe and explain concepts, principles, systems, process and applications related to physics using appropriate terminologies.

9. develop skills relevant to the application of physics, such as scientific investigation, experimental technique, problem solving, collaboration, communication, mathematical analysis, information searching and processing, analytical and critical thinking and self-learning.

10. develop positive values and attitudes towards physics, themselves and others through the study of physics.

11. carry out further studies and embark upon careers in fields related to physics.

12. recognize the role of the applications of physics in the fields of science, engineering and technology.