Welcome to Physics!
Physics is often considered the basis for all sciences. It studies and describes the motion, energy, momentum, and forces on matter throughout the entire universe. Many scientists believe in order to truly understand the other sciences one must also have an understanding of physics. This course is designed to do just that: provide a basic understanding of physics to round out your science education. We will cover many topics throughout the school year. Some will involve problem solving, others critical thinking. Mathematics will also play a vital role in your physics education, so brush up on those algebra skills now!
In Honors Physics I we explored the world of Mechanics – how and why things move. Although mechanics is the foundation of physics, it is only half of our introduction to the world of physics. To further our studies of physics we must explore the realm of Electricity and Magnetism through Modern Physics. We will cover many topics throughout the school year. Some will involve problem solving, others critical thinking. Mathematics will play a minimal role in your physics education, so breath a sigh of relief now!
Our AP Physics C Course is designed around increasing each student’s ability to solve problems that involve multiple physics concepts and differential/integral calculus. All students are to have completed a one year course (Honors Physics) before taking the AP Course. In the first year course, students are introduced to most of the concepts that we discuss in AP Physics and are able to practice these skills in the lab and through homework problems. Additionally, all students are required to have completed a calculus course or to be enrolled in a calculus course concurrent with AP Physics.