IB DP Physics 12 Practical Investigations Pre-Lab Notes Bundle 2026

IB DP Physics Practical Investigations: Pre-Lab Notes, Teacher Notes and Technician Guides Bundle

This bundle brings together a collection of IB DP Physics pre-lab note packs designed to support students and staff before practical investigations. Each resource follows a consistent structure so students know what to expect and teachers and technicians can prepare laboratory work efficiently and safely.

Keeping it Simple
These pre-lab packs are built for clarity. Each investigation gives students a short conceptual overview, clear expectations, and practical guidance before they enter the lab. The focus is on understanding the aim, recognising key variables, and knowing how measurements and analysis will be carried out.

What This Bundle Provides
Each practical includes three core components:

1. Student Pre-Lab Notes

Clear explanations of the main physics concepts for each investigation

Diagrams of typical apparatus and setups

Step-by-step outlines of procedures and data collection

Guidance on variables, measurements and basic calculations

Prompts for graphing and interpreting results

Notes on uncertainty and common sources of error

Safety reminders relevant to the apparatus used

Short exam tips linked to practical skills and data analysis

1. Teacher Notes

Concise background theory for pre-lab discussion

Suggested concept-check questions

Common student misconceptions to address

Differentiation ideas for varied confidence levels

Assessment opportunities linked to reasoning and data interpretation

1. Technician Preparation Guides

Equipment and materials lists

Setup guidance for safe, organised stations

Health and safety reminders

Assembly notes for consistent apparatus arrangement

Troubleshooting tips for common technical issues

Investigations Included

This bundle covers a wide range of IB DP Physics practical themes, including:

Mechanics (free-fall, Atwood machine, Young’s modulus)

Waves and optics (double slit, refraction, polarization, speed of sound)

Electricity and circuits (internal resistance, RC time constants)

Thermal physics (specific heat capacity, gas laws)

Nuclear physics (radioactive decay and half-life)

Audio Support

Each pack includes a short audio summary

Explains the aim, setup and analysis in accessible language

Useful for pre-lab preparation or revision

Ideal For

IB DP Physics teachers organising practical programmes

Students who benefit from structured pre-lab preparation

Laboratory technicians needing clear setup and safety guidance

This bundle provides a consistent framework for preparing students for practical work while supporting safe practice and clear understanding of measurement and analysis.