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 private or school candidate.
PRIVATE CANDIDATES
If you are a private candidate, for each subject, you must complete 4 Basic practicals (preferably by 15 Apr) plus a further 2 Exam-Paper-Style practicals, before we issue you a certificate to acknowledge that you have completed a sufficient amount of practical training necessary for your actual exam. Beyond these 6 practical sessions, you may also opt to attend our Practical Crash Courses and our Practical Mock Exams in June, September or October.
SCHOOL CANDIDATES
If you are a current school candidate, you may select any of the training labs found in our schedule, and you are strongly encouraged to sign up early for our Practical Crash Courses and our Practical Mock Exams which will be held in June, September or October.
OUR H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL SCHEDULE (Jan to Oct)
Note: For school-going or working candidates, lab timings such as 5pm-7pm and 7.45pm – 9.45pm are also available (upon request) on any day except Thursdays, at our Bukit Batok centre only.
BASIC LABS:
Lab HP1: OSCILLATION 1, MEASUREMENT 1, PERCENTAGE ERROR (TOPICAL TRAINING) (Available sessions: 1/4 (10:30-12:30pm))
Lab HP2: MOMENTS, UPTHRUST, SOURCES OF ERROR (TOPICAL TRAINING) (Available sessions : 22/2 (10:30-12:30pm))
Lab HP3: THERMAL PHYSICS (TOPICAL TRAINING) (Available sessions: 24/3 (2-4pm))
Lab HP4: ELECTRICITY (POTENTIOMETER 4) + PLANNING (ELECTROMAGNETISM) (TOPICAL TRAINING) (Available sessions: 23/3 (2-4pm), 7/4 (11:30-1:30pm), 21/4 (2:30-4:30pm), 9/5 (10:30-12:30pm))
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 private candidates. Thus if the date you can attend is not listed above, please message our Admin at 87762711 for a new schedule.
STANDARD LABS:
Lab HP5: SPRING EXTENSION + PULLEY 5 + POTENTIOMETER 5 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 20/4 (2-4pm))
Lab HP6: ELECTROSTATICS (CAPACITOR) + OSCILLATION 6 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 5/4 (2:30-4:30pm), 18/5 (10:30-12:30)
Lab HP7: FORCES 7 + D.C CIRCUITS 7 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 23/5 (2-4pm), 1/6 (10:30-12:30pm), 21/7 (2-4pm))
Lab HP8: PENDULUM 8 + D.C CIRCUITS 8 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 13/6 (2-4pm), 22/6 (10:30-12:30pm), 23/6 (2-4pm))
Lab HP9: OSCILLATION 9 + AIR RESISTANCE (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 4/7 (2-4pm), 5/7 (2-4pm), 13/7 (2-4pm))
Lab HP10: D.C CIRCUITS 10 + OSCILLATION 10 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available session : 1/8 (2-4pm), 29/8 (2-4pm), 4/8 (2-4pm))
Lab HP11: INCLINED PLANE + POTENTIOMETER 11 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING) (Available sessions: 21/7 (11:30-1:30pm))
Lab HP12: MECHANICS + ELECTRICITY (POTENTIOMETER 12) (FULL PAPER MOCK EXAM) (Available Session: TBC)
Lab HP13: FRICTION 13 + OSCILLATION 13 + POTENTIOMETER 13 (FULL PAPER MOCK EXAM) (Available Session: TBC)
Lab HP14: OSCILLATION OF WIRE + RATE OF HEAT LOSS + POWER OF A RESISTOR (FULL PAPER MOCK EXAM) (Available session: TBC)
Lab HP15: PENDULUM 15 + FRICTION 15 + POTENTIOMETER 15 (FULL PAPER MOCK EXAM) (Available sessions: TBC)
Lab HP16: OSCILLATION 16 + POTENTIOMETER 16 + FORCES 16 (NEWTON-METER) (FULL PAPER MOCK EXAM) (Available sessions: TBC)
CRASH COURSES AND MOCK EXAMS (Jun, Sep, Oct)
H2 CHEMISTRY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 BIOLOGY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 PHYSICS HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL
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: $290
Mock Exam:- $420
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.
Our Practical Centre:
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.
