Class Instructor: Erica Johnson »
Class Grade Level(s) Offered: 11th-12th
Credit Hours: 2
Class Day(s): Monday and Wednesday
Class Period(s): Second Period 9:30-10:30am
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Additional Cost: $25.00 lab fee
Minimum Number of Students: 6
Maximum Number of Students: 16
Class Description:
Physics will be an in-depth introduction to the major concepts of the “fundamental science” of physics. Topics introduced include force and motion, Newton’s Laws, work and energy, and basic circuitry. Students will explore these topics through study, lecture, and laboratory participation.
Confidence with algebra and basic trigonometry are expected. Additionally, students should be comfortable with maneuvering the metric system, converting units, making measurements, and reporting in significant figures.
Students will complete a wide variety of assignments including in-class note taking, reading and completion of comprehension questions, completing in-class and at-home labs, model building, study of and implementation of the scientific method, laboratory write-up procedures, tests, and semester exams.
Textbooks Needed:
Textbook: Exploring Creation with Physics (2nd edition) by Dr. Jay Wile
ISBN-13: 1932012774
Class Prerequisites:
Algebra II
Class Supplies Needed:
3 ring binder with five dividers
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