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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 88765498.
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JC1 H2 MATH TUITION for JPJC students
As you know, different JCs do not teach the same sequence of H2 math topics, and even for the same sequence, the pace may be different. We have been coaching PJC and JJC students since 2007, thus this year we are allocating two tuition slots just for JPJC students as follows:
(1) Saturday | 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm
(2) Sunday | 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Our Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644)
Do join us early if you wish to master H2 Math and you are aiming for an ‘A’ at the A-Levels.
Early birds get at a good discount off the standard fee.
If you sign up in Feb, the fee per month of 4 lessons is just $240. This is to encourage JC students to learn ahead of their school, or at the least keep up with their school work.
Please note that our standard monthly fee for JC1 H2 math is $340.
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JC H2 Maths and Physics Lecture Series Tuition
For all JC students taking H2 Physics or H2 Mathematics in 2019. Are you feeling lost or confused in class? Not able to keep up with your H2 tutor in school? Have you forgotten some key concepts and need focused revision? Are you anxious that your school’s syllabus is too slow and want to get a head start? Do you just want a refresher session on the weekend to help you retain all that content after class?
Here at Singapore Learner, we have topical lecture series to address these needs! Priced at a competitive rate of $120/- every 2 lectures, or $190/- every 4 lectures, you can attend whichever topic of your choosing at our given time slots. Our lecture series will cover the full content of the entire topic, without skipping or speeding up unnecessarily, as well example questions based on popular questions asked in tutorial, block tests, as well as the A-levels. Our small class size ensures that we can address every misconception a student in time. Strengthen your concepts and build towards that A-grade with us now!
Lectures start with H2 Maths followed by H2 Physics. Sign up for 20 lectures with us before 10th Feb and you can get them at an exclusive price of $890!
Saturday Lectures
16th Feb:
9:00am – 10:30am – Functions Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Measurements Part 1
23rd Feb:
9:00am – 10:30am – Functions Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Measurements Part 2
2nd Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Graphing Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Kinematics Part 1
9th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Graphing Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Kinematics Part 2
16th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Inequalities Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Dynamics Part 1
23rd Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Inequalities Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Dynamics Part 2
30th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Sequences and series Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Forces Part 1
6th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Sequences and series Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Forces Part 2
13th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Differentiation Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Work, Energy, Power Part 1
20th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Differentiation Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Work, Energy, Power Part 2
27th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Maclaurin Series Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Circular Motion Part 1
4th May:
9:00am – 10:30am – Maclaurin Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Circular Motion Part 2
11th May:
9:00am – 10:30am – Integration Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Gravitation Part 1
18th May:
9:00am – 10:30am – Integration Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Gravitation Part 2
25th May:
9:00am – 10:30am – Definite Integrals Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Temperature and Ideal gas Part 1
8th Jun:
9:00am – 10:30am – Definite Integrals Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Temperature and Ideal Gas Part 2
15th Jun:
9:00am – 10:30am – Differential Equations Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – First Law of Thermodynamics Part 1
22th Jun:
9:00am – 10:30am – Differential Equations Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – First Law of Thermodynamics Part 2
29th Jun:
9:00am – 10:30am – Revision Lecture Pure Math Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Oscillation Part 1
6th Jul:
9:00am – 10:30am – Revision Lecture Pure Math Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Oscillation Part 2
Sunday Lectures
17th Feb:
9:00am – 10:30am – Vectors Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Wave Motion Part 1
24th Feb:
9:00am – 10:30am – Vectors Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Wave Motion Part 2
4th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Vectors Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Superposition Part 1
10th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Complex Numbers Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Superposition Part 2
17th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Complex Numbers Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Current of Electricity Part 1
24th Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Permutations and Combinations Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Current of Electricity Part 2
31st Mar:
9:00am – 10:30am – Permutations and Combinations Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – DC circuits Part 1
7th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Probability Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – DC Circuits Part 2
14th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Probability Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electric Fields Part 1
21st Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Discrete Random Variables Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electric Fields Part 2
28th Apr:
9:00am – 10:30am – Discrete Random Variables Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electromagnetism Part 1
5th May:
9:00am – 10:30am – Normal Distribution Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electromagnetism Part 2
12th May Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Normal Distribution Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electromagnetic Induction Part 1
19th May Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Sampling Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Electromagnetic Induction Part 2
26th May Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Sampling Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – AC Circuits Part 1
9th Jun Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Hypothesis Testing Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – AC Circuits Part 2
16th Jun Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Hypothesis Testing Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Quantum Physics Part 1
23rd Jun Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Correlation and Linearity Part 1
10:45am – 12:15pm – Quantum Physics Part 2
30th Jun Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Correlation and Linearity Part 2
10:45am – 12:15pm – Nuclear Physics Part 1
7th Jul Physics:
9:00am – 10:30am – Revision Lecture Stats
10:45am – 12:15pm – Nuclear Physics Part 2
PROGRAMME HAS CEASED OPERATIONS, PLEASE REFER TO OUR REGULAR TUITION SCHEDULE
List of Junior Colleges by Cut-Off L1R5 aggregate (2018) score (with bonus points)
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Below is the latest ranking of JCs that I have compiled based on their 2018 cut-off points. As expected, RI and HCI have remained at the top. Please note that this list is based on cut-off points, not A-Level results. DHS and RVHS are not in the list as they did not take in O-Level leavers in 2018.
| S/No | Junior College | Arts | Science/IB |
| 1 | HCI | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | RI | 5 | 5 |
| 3 | ACS (I) | – | 6 |
| 4 | VJC | 8 | 6 |
| 5 | NYJC | 8 | 7 |
| 6 | NJC | 9 | 8 |
| 7 | SJI | – | 8 |
| 8 | ACJC | 10 | 9 |
| 9 | Eunoia JC | 11 | 10 |
| 10 | TJC | 11 | 10 |
| 11 | SAJC | 12 | 11 |
| 12 | Anderson Serangoon JC | 12 | 12 |
| 13 | Jurong Pioneer JC | 17 | 14 |
| 14 | Tampines Meridian JC | 13 | 14 |
| 15 | CJC | 14 | 15 |
| 16 | Yishun Innova JC | 20 | 20 |
| 17 | DHS | – | – |
| 18 | RVHS | – | – |
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What to do if you are failing in Integrated Programme?
Throughout the years, be it from my personal experience in the Integrated Programme system, or from the many IP students under my wing and those who come for free consultations, I have encountered all the different types of IP students. But one problem still bugs me, and that problem is this:
If you are a student who is failing in the IP system, what should you do? Besides investing heavily in tuition, here are some steps you can take in order to troubleshoot your problems.
- Am I working hard enough? That is the most basic question you have to ask yourself. The IP system is meant to be more challenging. Putting in little effort in your studies is just shortchanging yourself. As an IP student, you need to develop the mentality of working harder and being more proactive in your studies. So for those of you who have been slacking off, work harder and don’t give up! You are in the IP system for a reason, with enough work you will catch up and pull through. Practice some delayed gratification, put aside your playthings and put in the work. You will be surprised at what you can do once you put in more effort.
- I worked hard but failed, and now I feel really bad, what should I do? First of all, working hard alone doesn’t guarantee success, especially if you have been going in the wrong direction. Seek help from your school teachers first! The IP teachers I know are very caring, and they do their best to help you if you were to meet them halfway. Schedule a consultation with your teachers in the library to clarify all your doubts. It is likely that you have a deep conceptual error in the subject that went unaddressed, or you cannot understand the objectives of the exam questions. Your teachers will be able to help you with those problems as they are the experts. With their guidance, you should be able to do well. Never be shy in asking questions, especially when you are struggling. Many students before you have struggled as well, but with the help of their teachers, they have done very well for themselves eventually. Don’t give up!
- I have worked hard, sought help from my teachers, and it doesn’t seem to be working, what do I do now? Usually, this problem occurs when a student has taken the wrong subject combination. Students can take a combination because they have more friends in the same class, only to realize they do not have the aptitude for the subject or have no interest in the subject. If that happens, seek advice from your teacher in order to change your subject combination to something that suits you more. It is a drastic change, but it is necessary if you have exhausted all means and do not see a way out. If you have taken too many subjects, you might want to consider dropping one as you cannot handle the workload. Additionally, if the level as a whole is not doing well in certain subjects due to a sudden increase difficulty, there will be steps taken in order to moderate the scores. As long as you show good effort and attitude, you will eventually pass.
- I don’t see the point of all of this system, and I had enough. What else is there to do? At this point as a student, you might feel helpless because you have encountered certain emotional problems, and are struggling in a competitive system. Please seek help from your school counselor and address your emotional issues. It is equally important to take care of your mental well being besides your studies. Having a healthy mindset will put you back on the right path to success.
Every year, there will be IP students who are failing, have failed/retained, or have stopped attending school altogether. This is a matter that is close to my heart, as I have had good friends who struggled through such tough times. But I have also seen them rise above the occasion and bounce back. If you require a consultation about your options, or maybe even just a listening ear, please Whatapps Admin Staff to schedule a free consultation at 88765498. Do not despair, keep your chin up, and I wish you all the best in your studies.
Mr Y.S Pang, IP tutor at Singapore Learner.
OUR IP TUTORS:
Mr Pang: Mr Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 5 years. An alumnus of RVHS(IP) and an experienced tutor in IP/A-level education, Mr Pang is a results oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills. Mr Pang employs a variety of teaching methods to cater to every type of learner, as well as teaching them the skill of self diagnostics, giving them the ability to constantly spot and rectify their own errors. He takes pride in inspiring his students to become confident learners and critical thinkers.
Mr Ilyasa: An NIE-trained Teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in O-Level & IP Chemistry, Physics and Math for more than 12 years. An alumnus of Raffles Institution, Mr Ilyasa holds a a Bachelor of Science degree from the NUS as well as a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education. Mr Ilyasa’s thinking and metacognitive approaches to problem solving has helped many students of varying abilities to excel in Math and the Sciences. He has coached students from many different schools and streams, including IP, SAP, and IB.
For INDIVIDUAL (1-1) TUITION, you may contact Mr Ilyasa at 97860411.
IP Y1-Y4 SCIENCE PRACTICALS
Study Tips: O-Level Physics Chapter 16- Static Electricity
| Key Ideas |
| 1. There are two types of electric charges: positive and negative charges.
2. Like charges repel, unlike charges attract. 3. Electric charge is measured in coulombs (C). 4. Electrostatic charging of insulators by friction involves a transfer of electrons. 5. Electrical insulators do not conduct electricity because they do not contain mobile charged particles. 6. Electrical conductors are able to conduct electricity because they contain mobile charged particles (electrons). 7. Electrical conductors can be charged by induction. 8. Electrical insulators that are charged can be neutralised (discharged) by heating or exposure to humid conditions. Electrical conductors that are charged can be neutralised by earthing. 9. During electrostatic charging and discharging, only electrons are transferred. 10. An electric field is a region in which an electric charge experiences an electric force. 11. The direction of the electric field is the direction of the force acting on a small positive charge placed in the field. 12. Some hazards of electrostatic charging are lightning, and electrostatic discharge near flammable substances. 13. Electrostatic charging is used in photocopiers, electrostatic precipitators to reduce air pollution, spray painting to produce an even coat of paint. |
IMPORTANT STUDY POINTS
| 1. | Be aware of the formula Q = nq to calculate the number (n) of charge carriers given the the charge (q) on one particle and the total amount of charge (Q). |
| 2. | As 1 C is a large amount of charge, must know how to use or convert units such as millicoulomb and microcoulomb. |
| 3. | Must know the difference between how insulators and conductors are charged, and how they are discharged, and be able to explain these processes only in terms of the transfer of electrons. |
| 4. | Must know the difference between what happens when an insulator touches a charged object and when a conductor touches a charged object. |
| 5. | Must know the correct sequence for producing two similarly charged conductors, two oppositely charged conductors and a single charged conductor. |
| 6. | Must be able to define electric field and draw electric field patterns. |
| 7. | Be able to describe the dangers of electrostatic charging. |
| 8. | Be able to describe how electrostatic charging is used in photocopiers, precipitators and spray painting. |
Hope the above helps.
Rgds,
Ilyasa, Physics Tutor
hp: 9786 0411
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Retaking A-Levels
FAQ
FAQ1: If I’m a private candidate re-taking the A-Levels, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into a local university like NUS or NTU?
You only need to do GP and 3 H2 subjects. Total 4 subjects. You don’t need to redo your H1 content subject or PW or MT.
FAQ2: If I’m a private candidate doing the A-Levels for the first time, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into a local university like NUS or NTU?
You’ll need to do 3 H2 subjects, 1 H1 content subject, GP and MT. Total 6 subjects.
FAQ3: If I’m a private candidate, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into an overseas university like in the UK or Australia?
Most overseas universities accept just 3 H2 subjects. Even GP is not needed. However some universities may expect a fourth subject, which can be a H1 or H2 subject, but it is safer to take a H2 subject.
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You may need science practical lessons if you are a private candidate who needs a science lab and apparatus as well as practical coaching, or you are a school candidate who needs more practical training or timed practice for a FULL PRACTICAL.
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Study Tips: O-Level Physics Chapter 1- Measurement
Dear students,
If you want to master Physics chapter 1 Measurement, you must make sure you have understood the following Physics concepts and have perfected the following skills:
- Memorise the 7 base quantities and their units.
- Memorise the prefixes and must know how to convert from one prefixed unit to another eg. 10 dm = ? km.
- Must know how to convert to standard form with 2 or 3 S.F. Please note Physics calculated answers cannot be to 1 or 4 S.F. or more.
- Must know how to convert from composite unit to another eg. 72 km/h = ? m/s and vice versa. Please note 1.0 g/cm3 = 1000 kg/m3.
- Must know the Order of Magnitude of the sizes of common large and small objects eg. the height of a mountain is about 103 to 104 m and the diameter of an atom is about 10-10
- Must know and compare the Measuring Range, Precision and Common Usage of Measuring Tape, Metre Rule, Vernier Calipers and Micrometer Screw Gauge (refer to point 5 of Key Ideas above).
- Must know how to read the main scales of the vernier caliper and the micrometer as well as the zero errors to get the corrected reading. Corrected Reading = Observed Reading – Zero Error.
- Must know how to derive or measure the period of a pendulum. Good to know the ticker tape timer and the meaning of frequency.
You must practise the above knowledge and skills on both past year MCQs as well as the longer Paper 2 questions.
Rgds,
Mr Ilyasa, Physics Tutor
hp no: 9786 0411
H2 Math Tuition by Top Tutors
NEW!! (2019) Bukit Batok Tuition Schedule:
JC2 H2 Math: Saturday |4.15 pm-5.45 pm| Code: J2M1
JC2 H2 Math: Saturday |7.30 pm – 9.00 pm| Code: J2M2
JC2 H2 Math: Monday |7.30 pm – 9.00 pm| Code: J2M3
JC1 H2 Math: Thursday |7.30 pm-9.00 pm| Code: J1M1
JC1 H2 Math: Friday |7.30 pm-9.00 pm| Code: J1M2
JC1 H2 Math: Saturday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Code: J1M3
JC1 H2 Math: Sunday | 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm | Code: J1M4
THE TUTORS:
Mr Pang:
Mr. Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in PSLE, O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 5 years. An alumnus of RVHS, Mr. Pang is a results-oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills.
Mr Teng:
Mr. Teng (or some students call KS) has been teaching H2/H1 Mathematics for the past 10 years. Having taught students from various Junior Colleges, KS adapts to students’ abilities and help them better understand the topics. As someone who loves to teach mathematics and who sees it as a truly useful tool in life, KS seeks to enable students to appreciate math. Therefore, his tuition mission is to motivate and cultivate students to be independent and confident thinkers. He seeks to improve himself constantly by retaking and scoring As in the H2 Math exam every 2 years. An NUS math graduate, Mr Teng also has a Master degree in Math from the NTU.
Mr Ilyasa:
An NIE-trained ex-school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in A–Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 7 years, as well as O-Level & IP Physics, Chemistry, A.Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
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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.
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