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Energy in simple harmonic motion for A-Level Physics

Energy in simple harmonic motion is mapped to 17 Oscillations in the Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.

A2 · A Level extensionGuide 2 of 4

Where this fits

17 Oscillations

Curriculum
Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics
Theme or group
A Level extension
Current framework
Examinations in 2025–2027 · Version 1

SHM, energy in SHM, damping, and forced oscillations with resonance are Chapter 45; the calculus treatment is lesson 23.6.

Mastery checklist

Know what success looks like.

  1. 01

    Choose a coordinate direction and state the initial conditions before calculating.

  2. 02

    Separate perpendicular components when the motion is two-dimensional.

  3. 03

    Check the sign, unit, and physical size of every displacement, velocity, and acceleration result.

Exam lens

Build, apply, check.

17 Oscillations sits inside A Level extension. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.

Teaching sequence

17 Oscillations

This syllabus point maps to 4 ordered concept guides.

  1. 01Simple harmonic motion
  2. 02Energy in simple harmonic motionCurrent guide
  3. 03Damped oscillations
  4. 04Forced oscillations and resonance

Continue on GioPhysics

Choose the right next step.

The curriculum context stays public. Lesson and presentation access follows the existing GioPhysics membership rules.

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