IB Physics
IB PHYSICS # 03157H05034 & 03157H05044 Full Year Course
Prerequisites: Honors Physics and recommended to be on SL Math Track Grade Level: 11-12
Fee: $10 for lab materials. Students must purchase their own textbook and study guide.
IB Physics prepares students to take the International Baccalaureate Physics exam at the Standard Level. In keeping with the general aim of IB Experimental Sciences courses, IB Physics promotes understanding of the facts, patterns, and principles underlying the field of physics; critical analysis, prediction, and application of scientific information and hypotheses; improved ability to communicate scientific ideas; and an awareness of the impact of scientific advances in physics upon both society and issues of ethical, philosophical, and political importance. Course content varies, but includes the study of the fundamental laws of nature and the interaction between concepts of matter, fields, waves, and energy. Laboratory experimentation is essential.
This course can be taken by IB students as part of their IB programme and general education students to earn an IB certificate.
We will analyze
-natural world to further our understanding as to how the universe and its parts fit together.
We will model
-concepts and phenomena quantitatively with mathematical equations and spreadsheets.
-concepts qualitatively in class and during labs through written and oral explanations.
We will conduct
-many experiments, some with step by step instructions and others which are more inquiry based.
The nature of science will be incorporated into the class with examples or experiments to aid in the learning of the history of physics.
An independent investigation called the internal assessment ( IA) is required and will be conducted at the beginning of second semester.
The external assessment in May consists of three papers. Grades of 4 or better on the assessment can earn college credit.
The topics covered are:
1. Measurements and Uncertainties 5. Electricity and Magnetism
2. Mechanics 6. Circular motion and gravitation
3. Thermal Physics 7. Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics
4. Oscillations and Waves 8. Energy Production
Option D: Astrophysics
Questions? see Mrs. Rudloff in ST-207
