IB Physics HL · A.3 Work, energy and power
Energy conversion and conservation for IB Physics HL
Energy conversion and conservation is mapped to A.3 Work, energy and power in the IB Physics HL pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.
Where this fits
A.3 Work, energy and power
- Curriculum
- IB Physics HL
- Theme or group
- Space, time and motion
- Current framework
- First assessment 2025
Mechanics, energy, rigid bodies, and relativity.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Track energy transfers with a clearly stated system boundary.
- 02
Choose the appropriate work, energy, or power relationship and keep its sign convention visible.
- 03
Account for useful output, dissipation, and conservation before judging the final value.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
A.3 Work, energy and power is identified as SL + HL in this curriculum map. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
A.3 Work, energy and power
This syllabus point maps to 5 ordered concept guides.
- 01Work done and signed energy transfer
- 02Energy conversion and conservationCurrent guide
- 03Kinetic energy
- 04Gravitational potential energy
- 05Power and efficiency