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H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL
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).
MOE/SEAB SYLLABUS FOR H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL
Paper 4 (Practical) is weighted to 20% of the Higher 2 assessment.
Candidates are expected to have been exposed to a range of topics and experimental techniques such as:
- Measurement and Uncertainty, including the use of vernier callipers and the micrometer screw gauge
- Calculation of percentage errors
- Precision of instruments, including decimal places and significant figures
- Kinematics and Forces, including the use of the Newton-meter, springs and pulleys.
- Period of Oscillations
- Moments and Centre of Gravity
- Thermal Physics
- Electricity, including the use of potentiometers, diodes, capacitors and digital multimeters
- Electromagnetism
- Recording of observations in tables and plotting of graphs
- Identification of Sources of Error in experiments and ways to overcome them
- Planning an experiment including identification of independent, dependent and control variables as well as safety precautions
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 H2 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 JC1/Y5.
OUR H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL SCHEDULE (OUTDATED)
BASIC LABS (for Beginners only):
Lab HP1: OSCILLATION 1, MEASUREMENT 1, PERCENTAGE ERROR (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 29/11 (10:30-1pm), 16/1 (2-4:30pm), 18/1 (2-4:30pm), 19/1 (2-4:30pm), 20/1 (10:30-1pm), 21/1 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP2: MOMENTS, UPTHRUST, SOURCES OF ERROR (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions : 6/2 (2-4:30pm), 8/2 (2-4:30pm), 9/2 (2-4:30pm), 10/2 (10:30-1pm), 11/2 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP3: THERMAL PHYSICS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 27/2 (2-4:30pm), 29/2 (2-4:30pm), 1/3 (2-4:30pm), 2/3 (10:30-1pm), 3/3 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP4: ELECTRICITY (POTENTIOMETER 4) + PLANNING (ELECTROMAGNETISM) (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 19/3 (2-4:30pm), 21/3 (2-4:30pm), 22/3 (2-4:30pm), 23/3 (10:30-1pm), 24/3 (2-4:30pm))
Note: The above 4 labs are BASIC TRAINING LABS which are available throughout the year, every week every month, as they are compulsory for all beginners. Thus if the date you can attend is not listed above, please message our Admin at 87762711 for a new schedule.
STANDARD LABS (for Retakers and current govt school students):
Lab HP5: SPRING EXTENSION + PULLEY 5 + POTENTIOMETER 5+ OSCILLATION 5 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 16/4 (2-4:30pm), 18/4 (2-4:30pm), 19/4 (2-4:30pm), 20/4 (10:30-1pm), 21/4 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP6: MEASUREMENT 6 (VERNIER CALIPER & MICROMETER) + ELECTROSTATICS (CAPACITOR) + OSCILLATION 6 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 14/5 (2-4:30pm), 16/5 (2-4:30pm), 17/5 (2-4:30pm), 18/5 (10:30-1pm), 19/5 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP7: FORCES 7+ OSCILLATION 7 + D.C CIRCUITS 7 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 28/5 (2-4:30pm), 30/5 (2-4:30pm), 31/5 (2-4:30pm), 1/6 (10:30-1pm), 2/6 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP8: PENDULUM 8 + D.C CIRCUITS 8 + PULLEY SYSTEM 8 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 18/6 (2-4:30pm), 20/6 (2-4:30pm), 21/6 (2-4:30pm), 22/6 (10:30-1pm), 23/6 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP9: OSCILLATION 9 + D.C CIRCUITS 9 + AIR RESISTANCE (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 9/7 (2-4:30pm), 11/7 (2-4:30pm), 12/7 (2-4:30pm), 13/7 (10:30-1pm), 14/7 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP10: D.C CIRCUITS 10 + OSCILLATION 10 + SPRING 10 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session : 30/7 (2-4:30pm), 1/8 (2-4:30pm), 2/8 (2-4:30pm), 3/8 (10:30-1pm), 4/8 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP11: REBOUND HEIGHT + INCLINED PLANE + POTENTIOMETER 11 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 20/8 (2-4:30pm), 22/8 (2-4:30pm), 23/8 (2-4:30pm), 24/8 (10:30-1pm), 25/8 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP12: MECHANICS + ELECTRICITY (POTENTIOMETER 12) (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER (Available Session: 10/9 (2-4:30pm), 12/9 (2-4:30pm), 13/9 (2-4:30pm), 14/9 (10:30-1pm), 15/9 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP13: FRICTION 13 + OSCILLATION 13 + POTENTIOMETER 13 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER ) (Available Session: 1/10 (2-4:30pm), 3/10 (2-4:30pm), 4/10 (2-4:30pm), 5/10 (10:30-1pm), 6/10 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP14: OSCILLATION OF WIRE + RATE OF HEAT LOSS + POWER OF A RESISTOR (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: 22/10 (2-4:30pm), 24/10 (2-4:30pm), 25/10 (2-4:30pm), 26/10 (10:30-1pm), 27/10 (2-4:30pm))
Lab HP15: PENDULUM 15 + FRICTION 15 + POTENTIOMETER 15 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (Comfirm with admin)
Lab HP16: OSCILLATION 16 + POTENTIOMETER 16 + FORCES 16 (NEWTON-METER) (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (Comfirm with admin)
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL (JUNE TO OCT)
CRASH COURSES (JUNE TO OCT):
H2 CHEMISTRY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 BIOLOGY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 PHYSICS HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
PAST TOPICS OF H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL:
2022: Oscillation (slotted masses hanging from a string), W.E.P, Electricity (not potentiometer)
2023:
The first question (14m) was on circuits, construct a circuit with a wire-jockey potentiometer and a fixed resistor in parallel, then vary the fixed resistors (we were given 5 in total) while adjusting the length of the wire in contact with the jockey to keep the ammeter reading in the circuit constant.
The second question (8m) was on oscillations, where there was a short stick with two metal balls hanging from it by strings, and a diagonal stick crossing the strings which allowed the length of string to be varied and hence the period of oscillation.
The third question (22m) was on forces where students had to build a cantilever by hanging one edge of a meter rule off the table while the other edge remained on the table, and placing weights on it to find the balance point, then do calculations.
The planning question was on measuring background radioactivity count rate for different distances from a building and from the ground.
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 87762711 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: $320
Mock Exam:- $380
SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR ADDITIONAL SUBJECT: For every H2 Physics lab session you book, you can also book a H2 Chemistry lab session for only $270 (usual fee: $320). To view our H2 Chem schedule, click the link below:
H2 CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL
Note: Above fees are subject to changes without prior notice.
IMPORTANT : 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. PLEASE NOTE IF YOU ARE ABSENT FOR A LAB SESSION, A PENALTY OF $50 MUST BE PAID TO POSTPONE THIS LAB TO ANOTHER SESSION, AND ONLY 1 POSTPONEMENT IS ALLOWED FOR EACH LAB, ELSE THE LAB IS CONSIDERED COMPLETED AND PAID FOR, AND NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN. THE FEE FOR THE MISSED LAB CANNOT BE USED FOR ANOTHER LAB.
Singapore Learner @ Bukit Batok
Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Tel: +(65) 6569 4897, +(65) 87762711 (WHATAPPS) https://wa.link/rey2dv
Email: principal@singaporelearner.com
If you wish to visit us, kindly call or sms first. Thank you.
Interested to be our Education Partner?
We are looking for Partners or Tutors to conduct the following courses or programs at our centres:
- P1-Prep English or Math class for current K2 students
- P1-P3 English, Math or Science Tuition
- S1-S2 Science Tuition
- Mother Tongue Language Tuition at any academic level
- Language or Communication Training
- Math or Science Olympiad classes
- Art classes
- A-Level H2 or H1 Economics, Chemistry, Math or Physics classes
- IB or IGCSE tuition for math and the sciences
- Any other educational programmes which do not give rise to conflict-of-interest situations with our own academic programmes
If interested, email principal@singaporelearner.com or sms to 97860411. Thank you!
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Bukit Batok:
Days/Times: Weekday Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings | Sat Mornings | Sun Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings.
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
Contact: CALL 65694897 OR SMS 98530744 OR 97860411.
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CLASSROOM FOR RENT
If you are looking for classrooms to rent for educational purposes, we have spare rooms to rent out in both our Bukit Batok and centres, on a first-come-first-served basis.
We are looking for partners or tenants to conduct the following courses:
- Primary English, Math or Science Tuition or Enrichment
- S1-S2 Science Tuition
- Mother Tongue Language Tuition or Enrichment at any academic level
- Language or Communication Training
- Math or Science Olympiad classes
- Art classes
- A-Level classes
- Any other educational programmes which do not give rise to conflict-of-interest situations with our own academic programmes
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Bukit Batok:
Days/Times: Weekday Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings | Sat Mornings | Sun Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings.
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
Contact: CALL 65694897 OR 97860411.
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Pls note: OUR 2017 LESSONS WILL BEGIN IN NOV 2016.
Due to requests from parents and students, our tuition classes for 2017 will commence this November. So do check out our Academic Timetable and sign up as soon as possible if you need a head start to the new academic year!
TUITION CLASSES FOR 2017 (STARTING THIS NOV):
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EDUCATIONAL SERVICES:
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
Haze seems strong today; PSI reading quite high. What if MOE closes schools again?
When schools were closed last Friday, some parents had no choice but to still send their children to school. We suppose it’s not too bad if the child’s school is near home. For those whose schools are further away, they will still be heavily exposed to the haze. For those who stay at home, conditions are not ideal for them if there is no air-conditioning, no adult supervision or no internet access to do online learning.
In view of the above, our learning centre can help students living in or near Bukit Batok during this difficult period. If schools are asked to close again, students may come to our centre instead, at no charge, where there is adult supervision, air-conditioning and internet access, from 7.30 am to 7.30 pm. To utilise this free service, all you need to do is to sms Student Name and Time of Arrival to 97860411, as we are not sure how many would want to come and our resources are limited; we can only accommodate about 30 students.
We hope the haze will disappear real soon and that things will return to normalcy.
Rgds,
SINGAPORE LEARNER
Supervised Study Space for Exam Period
Dear Parents/Students.
As this is the exam period, first the PSLE, then the O-Levels and the schools’ SA2s followed by the A-Levels, we understand that students need a conducive space for supervised study, preferably aided by tutors.
Thus from 28 Sep to 30 Oct students may use our premises (for 4 hours at a time) on Weekdays from 9.30 am to 9.30 pm for supervised study.
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)
For each 4-hr stretch, primary or secondary students will need to pay just $30 each. Students may bring their own work to do and get help from our tutors, or ask for worksheets or exam papers to do with answers or help provided later.
Tutors will only assist for the following levels and subjects:
Primary 1 to 6: English, Math and Science.
Secondary 1 to 4: English, Math, Additional Math, Physics.
To use this service, sms NAME OF STUDENT, DATE and TIME OF ARRIVAL to 97860411.
10% monthly fee discount for certain subjects
To view details, please click HERE.
You may also sms to 97860411 for further queries. Thank you.
We are closed from 18 Feb to 22 Feb for CNY
Please note that our centre is closed for CNY from Wed 18/2 to Sun 22/2.
REMINDER: Our Special Early Bird Discount (SEBD) period ends on 31 Jan 2015
As a gesture of appreciation, we offer discounts to students who join us EARLY in the year or those who take more than one subject.
To students who join in between November and January (inclusive), we offer a Special Early Bird Discount (SEBD) of between $40 to $80 off their monthly fees. This SEBD period ends on 31 Jan 2015.
Once determined, a student’s monthly tuition fee REMAINS THE SAME from the point of registration to the time he/she leaves the course (except in the case where a student drops a subject after being given a discount).
To check out the exact Tuition Fees for each level, click HERE.