Physics 1 is a college preparatory, introductory course in Physics that is taken by most students intending to study applied science at college.
Physics is a study of how and why things work. In this course, we will study kinematics, waves, electromagnetic radiation and relativity. We use theories, observations and mathematics to make these descriptions. We can use what we find to make predictions about other phenomena and then create 3D world demonstrations and exhibits to show these concepts in a meaningful way.
Other Topics Covered
Mathematics of Physics, Motion in One and Two Dimensions, Newton's Law and Gravitation, Momentum Work, Energy, Wave Properties and Optics, Electricity and Magnetism, Atomic Physics
Evaluation
· Short quizzes based on assigned homework
· Cumulative exams (approximately 4 - 5 per quarter)
· Lab Reports - approximately 25 experiments are done in the year
· Cumulative semester exam
Pre-requisites
Strong background in science/mathematics and proficient with the graphing operations of a graphing calculator. Students should have taken (or be taking concurrently), a Pre-Calculus (or equivalent) course in mathematics.
