AQA A-Level Physics — Engineering Physics

AQA 7408 A-Level Physics coverage of engineering physics (3.11 — optional C): rotational dynamics and moment of inertia; angular momentum conservation and rotational energy; the first law of thermodynamics with the four ideal-gas processes (isothermal, adiabatic, isobaric, isochoric); indicator diagrams and engine cycles (Otto, Diesel); the second law, entropy, and the Carnot cycle; reversed heat engines (refrigerators and heat pumps); engineering applications and efficiency analysis. Optional unit — students only need this course if their school chose option C.

What you'll cover

• Rotational Dynamics and Moment of Inertia
• Angular Momentum and Rotational Energy
• First Law of Thermodynamics and Ideal Gas Processes
• Indicator Diagrams and Engine Cycles
• Second Law, Entropy and the Carnot Cycle
• Reversed Heat Engines, Refrigerators and Heat Pumps