HSC Physics: How Much of Preliminary Course is Needed?

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The discussion centers on the relevance of the Preliminary Physics course for the HSC. Key points include that while some concepts from the Preliminary course, such as motion and waves, are revisited in the HSC, the focus is primarily on Year 12 content. It is emphasized that understanding Preliminary Physics is beneficial, as it helps reinforce foundational knowledge, although the HSC curriculum will cover necessary topics more rapidly. Overall, a solid grasp of Preliminary concepts can aid in achieving a good mark in the HSC Physics course.
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Hey guys! I have a question about the HSC. How much of the Preliminary Physics course is actually used in the HSC (that is actually needed)? Do you have to know motion, waves and all the rest, or just motion? Would really help me out, thanks!

Would i have to know the preliminary course to get a very good mark for the subject, or does it or it really focus on the year 12 stuff?

Thanks!
 
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lemon1 said:
Hey guys! I have a question about the HSC. How much of the Preliminary Physics course is actually used in the HSC (that is actually needed)? Do you have to know motion, waves and all the rest, or just motion? Would really help me out, thanks!

Would i have to know the preliminary course to get a very good mark for the subject, or does it or it really focus on the year 12 stuff?

Thanks!

Some things carry on, but most of the stuff is different. Everything from Prelim that you need for the HSC is covered again but quicker just to refresh it for yourself.

I do advise trying to understand your Prelim Physics quite well though!
 

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