5011s / 5012s-H

Physics 1

Semester / 0.5 Credit / Grade 10

Prerequisites:

Physics 1: none

Physics 1 Honors:

• Teacher recommendation based on Q1 performance and grade (minimum B+ and above)
• Honors placement is finalized after Q1

Description:

The Physics 1 course is designed for 10th grade students and aims to develop conceptual and analytical skills in the areas of Waves, Thermal Physics and Electricity.

This is a semester course. Course topics include: Measurements, Basic Laboratory Techniques, Transverse and Longitudinal Waves, The electromagnetic spectrum, Wave Effects, Sound, Light, Kinetic Theory, Temperature, Thermal Expansion, Thermal Energy Transfers (Conduction, Convection and Radiation), The gas laws & the ideal gas equation, Electric Charge, Electric Current, Potential Difference, Resistance, Ohm’s law.

The practical aspect of the course focuses on measurements, simple experimental techniques, following the scientific method when designing an investigation, data collection and data analysis.

Assessment:

Tests, exam, quizzes, lab reports, projects, homework assignments, participation in class, extra assignments and test/exam questions for Honors students.