Unit 1 - Thermodynamics

Reason For Learning

You will apply thermodynamic principles to analyse, interpret and explain changes in thermal energy in selected contexts, and describe the environmental impact of human activities with reference to thermal effects and climate science concepts.

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On completion of this unit students should be able to explain and model relevant physics ideas to describe the sources and uses of thermal energy and their effects on living things, the environment and in industry.

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