One-Week JAMB Physics Study Matrix
Day 1: Mechanics (Kinematics & Dynamics)
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Distance, displacement, velocity, Review equations of motion (v = u
Kinematics 2 hours
acceleration, motion equations + at, s = ut + ½ at², v² = u² + 2as)
Newton’s Laws, force, mass, Study Newton's 3rd law, frictional
Dynamics 2 hours
acceleration, friction forces, and their applications
Practice MCQs from past papers on
Practice Solve 20 problems on motion,
2 hours Newton's laws and equations of
Problems forces, and friction
motion
Summarize key points and formulas
Review and Go over notes, highlight
1 hour in a formula sheet for quick
Summary important formulas
reference
Day 2: Work, Energy, Power & Circular Motion
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Work-energy theorem,
Work & Study the work-energy principle (W = F
conservation of energy, 2 hours
Energy × d) and power formula (P = W/t)
power
Centripetal force, angular Study motion in circular paths,
Circular
velocity, acceleration, 2 hours centripetal acceleration, and forces in
Motion
rotation circular motion
Practice Solve 20 problems on energy, Work through problems on energy
2 hours
Problems power, and circular motion conservation and circular motion
Review and Go over work-energy and Summarize key formulas and concepts
1 hour
Summary circular motion topics for quick review
Day 3: Waves & Oscillations
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Simple Harmonic Hooke’s Law, oscillations, Study SHM basics: displacement,
2 hours
Motion (SHM) frequency, amplitude velocity, acceleration, restoring force
Types of waves, Study the wave equation (v = f × λ),
Wave Properties wavelength, frequency, 2 hours types of waves (longitudinal,
speed of waves transverse)
Doppler Effect Shift in frequency, moving 2 hours Understand the Doppler effect in
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
sound and light, solve related
source and observer
problems
Review and Review SHM, waves, and Make concise notes, highlight
1 hour
Summary Doppler Effect important formulas
Day 4: Electricity & Magnetism
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Ohm’s Law, resistance, Study Ohm’s Law (V = IR),
Electric Circuits voltage, current, 2 hours Kirchhoff’s rules, solve circuit
series/parallel circuits problems
Study induced EMF, magnetic
Electromagnetic Faraday’s Law, Lenz’s Law,
2 hours fields, and applications in electric
Induction induced EMF, transformers
generators
Understand the force on charged
Magnetic force on moving
Magnetic Fields 2 hours particles in magnetic fields,
charges, Biot-Savart Law
magnetic field formulas
Create a formula sheet for electric
Review and Review concepts on electric
1 hour circuits and magnetic force
Summary circuits and magnetism
equations
Day 5: Fluid Mechanics & Thermodynamics
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Pressure, Archimedes’ Study fluid flow equations, pressure
Fluid Mechanics Principle, Bernoulli’s 2 hours in fluids, and applications in real-life
Equation systems
Laws of thermodynamics, Study thermodynamic processes
Thermodynamics heat engines, work done by 2 hours (isothermal, adiabatic) and the laws
gases of thermodynamics
Conduction, convection, Understand heat transfer methods
Heat Transfer 2 hours
radiation and their practical applications
Review and Review fluids and Summarize key points and equations
1 hour
Summary thermodynamics for easy recall
Day 6: Modern Physics & Atomic Models
Study
Topic Key Concepts Action Items
Time
Rutherford, Bohr models, Study the development of atomic
Atomic Models energy levels, electron 2 hours models, Bohr’s quantization, and
transitions energy levels
Einstein’s equation, work
Photoelectric Understand how light interacts with
function, kinetic energy of 2 hours
Effect matter, solve related questions
ejected electrons
Types of radiation, half-life, Study the types of radiation (alpha,
Radioactivity 2 hours
decay constant beta, gamma) and their properties
Review atomic models,
Review and Summarize concepts and key
photoelectric effect, 1 hour
Summary formulas for final review
radioactivity
Day 7: Full Revision & Practice Test
Activity Details Time Action Items
Take a full mock exam covering
Full Physics Mock Simulate a 2-hour JAMB-style 2
all topics, focus on speed and
Exam exam under timed conditions hours
accuracy
Identify mistakes, review wrong
Review Mistakes 2 Revise areas you struggled with
answers, and go over tricky
from Mock Exam hours during the mock exam
concepts
Go over your formula sheet, key
Final Formula Quick revision of all major
concepts, and common problem- 1 hour
Sheet Review formulas and concepts
solving methods
Rest and ensure you are
Relax and Prepare Take a break, relax your mind, and
1 hour mentally ready for the exam
Mentally prepare mentally for the exam
tomorrow
Additional Tips for Maximizing Your One-Week Physics Study Plan:
1. Active Recall: While reviewing each topic, use active recall to test yourself without
looking at notes. This will help you retain information better.
2. Past JAMB Questions: Practice past JAMB questions related to the topics you’re
studying each day. This ensures you're familiar with the exam format and timing.
3. Timed Practice: Make sure to simulate exam conditions when taking mock tests. Time
yourself and avoid distractions to build exam stamina.
4. Formula Sheet: Make a formula sheet with important equations (kinematic equations,
laws of thermodynamics, etc.), and keep it by your side for quick reference during
practice.
5. Stay Consistent: Don’t skip study days! Each day builds on the previous day’s work.
Stick to the schedule as much as possible.
6. Rest and Relaxation: Don’t forget to rest! Make sure you sleep well, especially the night
before the exam. A fresh mind performs better.
