We provide A-Level / H2 and O-Level Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) Practical training for private / school candidates and homeschoolers, for both local (eg. H2, Singapore-Cambridge) and international exams (CIE, IGCSE). School candidates are also welcome.
MOE/SEAB SYLLABUS FOR O-LEVEL PHYSICS PRACTICAL
Paper 3 (Practical) is weighted to 20% of the assessment.
Candidates are expected to have been exposed to a range of topics and experimental techniques such as:
1. measurements of length, time interval, temperature, volume, mass and weight using appropriate
instruments
2. determination of the density of a liquid, or of a regularly or irregularly shaped solid which sinks in
water
3. determination of the value of the acceleration of free fall
4. investigation of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces
5. the principle of moments
6. determination of the position of the centre of gravity of a plane lamina
7. investigation of the factors affecting thermal energy transfer
8. determination of heat capacities of materials and latent heat of substances
9. the law of reflection
10. determination of the position and characteristics of an optical image formed by a plane mirror or a
thin converging lens
11. the refraction of light through glass blocks
12. the principle of total internal reflection
13. the focal length of lenses
14. determination of the speed, wavelength and frequency of waves
15. measurements of current and voltage by using appropriate ammeters and voltmeters
16. determination of the resistance of a circuit element using appropriate instruments
17. investigation of the magnetic effect of current in a conductor
18. investigation of the effects of electromagnetic induction
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Candidates are expected to be familiar with the use of dataloggers.
OUR STRUCTURED PRACTICAL TRAINING SYSTEM
Based on the above syllabus, we have several structured programs for you, depending on whether you are a Beginner or a Reviser.
You are at the Beginner level if you have never done any Physics Practical work before, or your last Physics Practical session was more than 2 years ago.
You are at the Reviser level if you have completed the Beginner practicals, or you are re-taking your Physics Practical exam, or you are a school candidate who has completed Sec 3.
OUR PHYSICS PRACTICAL SCHEDULE 2021
Lab PP1: MECHANICS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 20/8 (3pm-5pm))
Lab PP2: HEAT: COOLING CURVE + SHC + LATENT HEAT (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 27/8 (2.30pm-4.30pm); 29/8 (3pm-5pm))
Lab PP3: ELECTRICITY (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 19/8 (11.30am-1.30pm); 4/9 (9.30am-11.30am); 16/9 (2.30pm-4.30pm); 19/9 (11.30am-1.30pm)
Lab PP4: LIGHT: GLASS BLOCK + CONVERGING LENS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 29/8 (3.00pm-5.00pm); 4/9 (9.30am-11.30am); 10/9 (2.30pm-4.30pm))
Lab PP5: SPRING EXTENSION + POTENTIOMETER + OSCILLATION (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 27/8 (3pm-5pm))
Lab PP6: TOTAL INTERNAL REFLECTION + RESISTIVITY + MOMENTS (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 26/8 (10.30am-12.30pm))
Lab PP7: PENDULUM + D.C CIRCUITS + PULLEY SYSTEM (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 3/9 (10.30am-12.30pm))
Lab PP8: OSCILLATION + D.C CIRCUITS + AIR RESISTANCE (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 28/8 (9.30am-11.30am))
Lab PP9: FORCES + OSCILLATION + D.C CIRCUITS (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 18/9 (9.30am-11.30am))
Lab PP10M: MECHANICS + POTENTIOMETER + PLANNING (MOCK EXAM) (Available sessions: 30/9 (10.30am – 1pm); 2/10 (9.30am-12.00pm); 3/10 (11.30am-2.00pm))
Training session fee: $220 per session
Mock exam fee: $280 per session
What you will get at each practical session:
(1) Teaching and instruction on how to use the various scientific tools and instruments.
(2) Tips on how to answer a practical worksheet or exam paper, including recording of observations, drawing graphs, writing conclusions, describing precautions and planning a practical.
(3) Notes on important aspects of science practicals.
We will also conduct Mock Practical Exams in September and October
HOW TO BOOK A LAB SESSION:
(1) Decide which Program or Lab sessions you need or most suitable for.
(2) Whatsapp or Message our staff at 9786 0411 with your Name, Private or School Candidate, A or O level, Subject or Lab Name (e.g Lab PP2), Date and Time of Lab. (Our staff will then guide you on how to register and make payment. If you are not sure about the lab sessions, just state your Name and the Subjects and we will get back to you)
(3) Register Online by clicking below:
(4) Pay Registration fee of $30 via Paynow or funds transfer.
(5) Make the required payment for each lab session at least 5 days before the date of the lab session. (You may also pay for several sessions at one go to ensure that you will have a place in future slots)
FEES PER SESSION
Practical Training Session: $220
Mock Exam:- $280
(The full fee must be paid at least 5 days before the practical session to confirm your attendance as a lot of preparation is needed for practicals coupled with very limited class size. No refund will be given should you fail to turn up.
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Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Tel: +(65) 6569 4897, +(65) 9786 0411 (SMS)
Email: principal@singaporelearner.com
If you wish to visit us, kindly call or sms first. Thank you.
Physics Practical – Period of a Pendulum
Conducted my first Physics Practical this year last Sunday – Finding the Period of a Simple Pendulum – for a S4 student who had not done any Physics Practical while in S3. Strange but true.
Although this is a simple physics practical, students can still make the following errors:
(1) Not measuring the length of the pendulum as the distance between the point of suspension and the middle of the bob;
(2) Not securing the string such that it can slip as the pendulum swings;
(3) Allowing the pendulum to swing in an oval or circular fashion (not in a single plane);
(4) Counting wrongly the number of oscillations;
(5) Not recording the data in the table to the correct number of significant figures;
(6) Choosing the wrong scale for the graph;
(7) Not drawing a best-fit line;
(8) Writing the wrong unit for the gradient;
Looking forward to the next Physics and Chemistry Practicals.
If you need any Science Practical Training, do message our Admin at 87762711.
O-LEVEL PHYSICS PRACTICAL
O-LEVEL CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL
O-LEVEL BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL 2023
HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSES
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SEC 4 (EXP) (2018) SCIENCE (PHYSICS / CHEMISTRY) HEAD START PROGRAM
Start Date: WED 8 NOV 2017
Time: 7.30 pm – 9.15 pm, from 8 Nov to 6 Dec 2017 (5 sessions)
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & APPLICATION OF SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
Target Group: Current S3 EXP Science (Phy/Chem) students who wish to learn S4 Science topics so as to be better prepared for S4 year.
Fee: $290 per student for 5 lessons.
Course Outline:
8/11: STATIC ELECTRICITY
15/11: CURRENT ELECTRICITY
22/11: ENERGY CHANGES
29/11: SPEED OF REACTION
6/12: THE ATMOSPHERE & ENVIRONMENT
Background of Tutor:
The tutor is a RI & RJC alumnus and a NIE-trained ex-teacher who has been teaching Science (Phy / Chem) for more than 5 years.
To register, sms <Student Name><S4ESCIWHS> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to the tutor at 97860411.
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By EX-MOE TEACHERS & EXPERIENCED TUTORS
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR SMS 98530744 OR 97860411.
SEC 2 SCIENCE HEAD START (NOV-DEC)
Start Date: Saturday 4 NOV 2017
Time: 11.00 am – 12.45 pm, from 4 Nov to 9 Dec 2017 (6 sessions)
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Topics to be covered: Chemistry/Physics
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & APPLICATION OF SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
Target Group: Current sec1 students who wish to get a head-start or revision in chemistry and physics. Students who attend this class are reminded to bring their graphing tools such as graph paper, ruler, and 2B pencil.
Fee: $300 per student for 6 lessons.
Course Outline:
4/11: Particulate model of matter
11/11: Rate, Speed, Density
18/11: Atoms and molecules
25/11: Sound
2/12: Elements and compounds
9/12: Heat Energy
Background of Tutor:
Mr Pang has been coaching students in Primary as well as Secondary English, Science and Mathematics for more than 4 years. An alumnus of RVHS, he understands about the struggles of students who are in IP or SAP schools. Mr Pang is a caring and effective tutor whose students do very well in tests and exams. Innovative and well spoken, Mr Pang believes in interaction or feedback with students and parents alike in order to achieve their desired results.
To register, sms <Student Name><S2SHS> to 98530744.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to the tutor at 90065997
SEC 4 (NA) (2018) SCIENCE (PHY/CHEM) HEAD START PROGRAM
Start Date: WED 1 NOV 2017
Time: 5.15 pm – 7.00 pm, from 1 Nov to 6 Dec 2017 (6 sessions)
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & APPLICATION OF SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
Target Group: Current S3 (NA) Science (Phy/Chem) students who wish to learn S4 Science topics so as to be better prepared for S4 year.
Fee: $360 per student for 6 lessons.
Course Outline*:
1/11: SOUND
8/11: CURRENT ELECTRICITY
15/11: D.C. CIRCUITS
22/11: METALS
29/11: THE PERIODIC TABLE
6/12: THE ATMOSPHERE & ENVIRONMENT
Background of Tutor:
The tutor is a RI & RJC alumnus and a NIE-trained ex-teacher who has been teaching Science (Phy / Chem) for more than 5 years.
To register, sms <Student Name><S4NSCIWHS> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to the tutor at 97860411.
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TUITION CLASSES:
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EDUCATIONAL SERVICES:
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By EX-MOE TEACHERS & EXPERIENCED TUTORS
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR SMS 98530744 OR 97860411.
SEC 4 (2017) PURE CHEMISTRY TUITION WILL START THIS SATURDAY 17 DEC
Sec 4 Chemistry: Saturday | 11.15 am – 12.45 pm | Code: S4C1
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Background of Tutor:
The tutor is a RI & RJC alumnus and a NIE-trained ex-teacher who has been teaching CHEMISTRY for more than 5 years.
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Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 98530744.
For enquiries, kindly call 65694897 or sms to 98530744.
PSLE SCIENCE SEPTEMBER HOLIDAY INTENSIVE REVISION
Dates: Mon 5/9, Tue 6/9, Wed 7/9 (three 2 hr sessions)
Time: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
Target Group & Purpose: P6 students who wish to MASTER MCQ-ANSWERING TECHNIQUES, SCIENCE PROCESS SKILLS and SCIENCE APPLICATION SKILLS.
The objectives of the programme are as follows:
- Reinforcement of Science IMPORTANT Facts and Concepts.
- Recap of Science Process Skills (according to MOE syllabus): eg. Comparing, Classifying, Inferring, Analysing etc
- Review of Science Application Skills (according to MOE syllabus): Communicating, Predicting, Generating Possibilities, Evaluating, Formulating Hypothesis etc
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & EXAM-ANSWERING SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
Fee: $180
TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME> , <P6SCISEP> TO 97860411.
As places are limited, pre-payment is encouraged to confirm your attendance. You can make payment by visiting the centre at the address above.
N-LEVEL | SEC 3-4 | COMBINED SCIENCE TUITION
2019 Schedule:
Sec 4 NA Combined Science: Thursday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm| Code:S4NACS1 (Physics/Chemistry)
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Sec 3 NA Combined Science : Monday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Code : S3NACS1 (Physics/Chemistry)
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TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 97860411.
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The Tutor is a former MOE school teacher who has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level & IP Physics, Additional Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, he also holds both a Master of Education degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education (NIE), as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore (NUS).
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Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or theBukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 98530744.
For enquiries, kindly call 65694897 or sms to 9853 0744.
CONTACT US!
BUKIT BATOK BRANCH:
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR SMS 98530744 OR 97860411.
TUITION CLASSES:
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EDUCATIONAL SERVICES:
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By EX-MOE TEACHERS & EXPERIENCED TUTORS
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR SMS 98530744 OR 97860411.
Our JC & Secondary Headstart Programmes 2015-2016
Dear Parents / Students, the following lists our headstart programmes for S1-J2 levels.
P6 going to S1:
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Our weekly Sec 1 Arithmetic & Algebra workshop will begin on Fri 6 Nov 2015.
S2 / S3 / S4 ( in 2016):
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Our English, Math, Physics, Chemistry & Science HEADSTART classes will begin in the FIRST week of November.
S4 going to JC1:
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Our BRIDGING & HEADSTART classes for General Paper, Economics, Math, Physics & Chemistry will begin from 15 Nov 2015 onwards.
JC2 (in 2016):
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Our HEADSTART classes for General Paper, Economics, Management of Business, Math, Physics & Chemistry will begin from 15 Nov 2015 onwards
Yay, my FMSS student got 90% for his Sec 1 Science SA2
Today I received good news during tuition class from Afiq; he obtained 90/100 for Science. That is amazing given that the lower sec science class is hard to conduct as different schools have different lower sec science syllabus. In fact most tuition centres do not provide S1 or S2 Science tuition.
The trick in lower sec science is to do upper sec science questions, but you must select the topics and questions carefully as the two syllabi overlap only partially. Like my S1 daughter, Afiq also reads upper sec science textbooks, as lower sec science books are not rigorous enough.
There is one problem though; I can’t teach the Bio parts. For the Bio parts, I let them read good materials and then attempt questions. It works because Bio is not as mentally challenging as Chemistry or Physics, and also because I make them read upper sec Bio books.
I’m now planning for Sec 2 Science headstart as well as our strategies for next year. Certainly I would want Afiq and my daughter to excel in Science again next year, especially since it would be their streaming year. It is important to be able to do at least two Pure Science subjects in Sec 3.
Rgds,
Ilyasa