AP PHYSICS “Summer Reading”

AP PHYSICS “Summer Reading”

AP Physics-C is a college-level introduction to Mechanics and E&M (Electricity and Magnetism).  As you will see, many of the ideas of physics are expressed in the language of calculus.  This may sound intimidating, but in many cases, the use of calculus makes things easier.  After all, much of calculus was invented for the specific purpose of doing physics.

To help you to a smoother start in physics, I have prepared a series of blog posts that I would like you to read over the summer.  You can find them at advancedmathyoungstudents.com or you can link to the individual posts directly from the outline below.  The links that are not active yet are for posts that I will be writing as the summer goes along.  You can subscribe to the blog to get emailed updates and I will also send you an email as well – but you have to check your school email!

Students who have successfully completed the two practice sets will have an easy time of it on our first test of the year.  And I believe that you will find that the information will also help you in your calculus class.

One other note:  we will be talking a lot about rotational physics this year.  It would be helpful if you have a clear understanding of radian measure.  If you feel at all shaky, you should review these two posts:  Angle Measurement for Pizza Crust Lovers and That Radian Feeling.

If you have any questions about any of these posts, please feel free to email me or to post them as comments at the blog.  I hope you have a relaxing summer and that you are looking forward to another year of interesting physics.

 -- Mr. K