MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
KASEMPA DAY SECONDARY, DEPARTMENT: NATURAL SCIENCE
SCHEME OF WORK
SUBJECT: Physics, GRADE/CLASS: Grade 12, TERM: 3, YEAR: 2026, NAME OF TEACHER: MR MAZIMBA
| WEEK | TOPIC | SUBTOPIC | SPECIFIC OUTCOMES | TEACHING/LEARNING AIDS | METHODS/STRATEGIES | REFERENCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 07/09/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.1. Nuclear atom | 12.1.1.1. Describe the structure of the atom 12.1.1.2. Describe the composition of the nucleus in terms of protons and neutrons 12.1.1.3. Explain mass number and atomic number | • Atomic model diagrams • Periodic table • Charts on atomic structure • Textbooks | • Question and answer • Group discussion • Demonstration • Note taking | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Teacher's guide |
| Week 2 14/09/2026 | TEST 1 | Assess the students | Assess learners' mastery of all topics covered up to this week | • Written test administration • Past papers • Test paper • Stationery | • Individual written assessment • Self-assessment | • Past papers • Syllabus |
| Week 3 21/09/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.2. Radioactivity | 12.1.2.1. Describe the nature of radioactivity 12.1.2.2. Describe the characteristics of the three kinds of radioactive radiations: alpha, beta and gamma 12.1.2.3. Describe methods of detecting radioactive emissions | • Diagrams of alpha, beta and gamma radiations • Geiger-Muller tube model • Photographic plate • Cloud chamber • Textbooks | • Demonstration • Discussion • Question and answer • Group work | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Resource charts |
| Week 4 28/09/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.2. Radioactivity | 12.1.2.4. Explain the origin and effects of background radiations 12.1.2.5. Describe what radioactive decay is 12.1.2.6. Describe what nuclear fusion and fission is | • Background radiation charts • Diagrams of decay series • Nuclear fission and fusion diagrams • Textbooks | • Illustration • Discussion • Problem solving • Question and answer | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Teacher's guide |
| Week 5 05/10/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.2. Radioactivity | 12.1.2.7. Demonstrate how to determine half-life of a radioactive material 12.1.2.8. Explain uses of radioactive substances | • Graph paper • Half-life charts • Calculators • Radioactive decay curves • Textbooks | • Demonstration • Graphing • Problem solving • Group work | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Past papers |
| Week 6 12/10/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.2. Radioactivity | 12.1.2.9. Describe the safety precautions necessary when handling or storing radioactive substances 12.1.2.10. Explain the effects of radioactive substances on the environment and health | • Charts on radiation protection • Protective clothing samples or images • Lead shield models • Textbooks | • Discussion • Case study • Question and answer • Note taking | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Safety guidelines |
| Week 7 19/10/2026 | 12.1.0. Atomic Physics | 12.1.2. Radioactivity | 12.1.2.11. Investigate management practices which safeguard the environment from radioactive contamination | • Case study materials • Environmental guidelines • Charts on radioactive waste management • Textbooks | • Investigation • Discussion • Presentation • Question and answer | • Approved Physics textbook • Syllabus • Environmental management guidelines |