Overview
Course Overview
The Simple Machines & Mechanical Advantage course gives learners a clear, beginner-friendly mastery of how simple machines work. From understanding levers, pulleys, and inclined planes to calculating mechanical advantage, velocity ratio, and efficiency, this course builds a strong foundation for solving physics problems confidently.
Using simple explanations, step-by-step examples, exam tips, interactive activities, virtual discussions, and high-quality explainer videos, students will develop accuracy and confidence in applying physics concepts. Whether preparing for IGCSE, O-Level exams, or improving problem-solving skills, this course guides learners step by step.
What You Will Learn
- Identify and explain the 6 types of simple machines and their functions.
- Calculate mechanical advantage (MA) for levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wheels & axles, screws, and wedges.
- Determine velocity ratio (VR) and understand its relation to mechanical advantage.
- Compute efficiency of machines and account for real-world friction effects.
- Solve exam-style problems with step-by-step methods and diagrams.
- Apply simple machines knowledge to practical daily life examples and engineering contexts.
Why This Course Matters
Understanding simple machines is essential for mastering mechanics in physics and solving exam problems efficiently. With guided examples, calculations, and real-life applications, this course helps learners confidently tackle questions and improve problem-solving speed.
Course Features
- High-quality LearnStalk explainer videos
- Step-by-step worked examples for exam preparation
- Interactive quizzes and H5P activities
- Audio recaps for quick revision
- Flashcards to reinforce key formulas and concepts
- Discussion boards for collaborative learning
Who Is This Course For?
- IGCSE and O-Level students preparing for physics exams
- Learners seeking to strengthen understanding of mechanical advantage and simple machines
- Anyone interested in applying physics concepts to real-life scenarios and engineering problems
Course Price
$15 – Full Access
Build problem-solving confidence in physics and master simple machines with LearnStalk.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 6 Lessons
- 3 Hours
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Course Features
- Lectures 6
- Quiz 0
- Duration 3 hours
- Skill level Beginner
- Language English
- Students 945
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Yes
"This course made simple machines and mechanical advantage easy to grasp. The practical examples and clear explanations helped me apply physics concepts confidently in real-life situations!"