Mr. J. Talbot
jtalbot@daltonschool.kr
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AP Physics C
Course Description
Course Description
The AP Physics C Mechanics course is designed to be equivalent to a semester college foundation course in physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. The course emphasizes solving a variety of physics problems focused specifically on Newtonian Mechanics while utilising calculus. This course is much more rigorous than the standard high school physics class. Several new topics are introduced here, such as rotational kinematics and oscillations. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through classroom study and activities as well as hands-on laboratory work as they explore concepts like change, force interactions, fields, and conservation.
The full course and exam description for AP Physics C: Mechanics can be found online here on the collegeboard website.
Units of Study & Assessment Information
Units of Study & Assessment Information
Unit 0: Skills for Physicists
Unit 0: Skills for Physicists
22nd Aug ~ 2nd Sep
(2 weeks)
Unit 1: Kinematics
Unit 1: Kinematics
5th Sep ~ 26th Sep
(3 weeks)
Unit 2: Dynamics
Unit 2: Dynamics
27th Sep ~ 27th Oct
(5 weeks)
Unit 3: Work, Energy and Power
Unit 3: Work, Energy and Power
8th Nov ~ 25th Nov
(3 weeks)
Unit 4: Systems of Particles and Linear Momentum
Unit 4: Systems of Particles and Linear Momentum
28th Nov ~ 9th Dec
(2 weeks)
Unit 5: Rotation
Unit 5: Rotation
11th Jan ~ 6th Mar
(5 weeks)
Unit 6: Oscillations
Unit 6: Oscillations
8th Mar ~ 17th Mar
(2 weeks)
Unit 7: Gravitation
Unit 7: Gravitation
27th Mar ~ 7th Apr
(2 weeks)
Week by Week Breakdown by Section
Week by Week Breakdown by Section
Unit 0: Skills for Physicists
Week 1: Mathematics for Physics
Week 2: Lab etiquette and graphical analysis
Unit 1: Kinematics
Week 3:1D kinematics , graphical representation of kinematics and SUVAT
Week 4: 2D kinematics and calculus
Kinematics Lab Due 16th Sept
Week 5: Unit 1 Workshop and Test
Test Date 22nd Sep
Unit 2: Dynamics
Week 6: Forces and Friction
Week 7: Free body diagrams
Forces Lab Due 14th Oct
Week 8: Circular Motion
Week 9: Review and AP Classroom Check
Week 10: Unit 2 Workshop and Test
Test Date 25th Oct
Broad Learning Categories
Broad Learning Categories
The big ideas serve as the foundation of the course and develop understanding as they spiral throughout the course. The big ideas enable students to create meaningful connections among course concepts. Often, these big ideas are abstract concepts or themes that become threads that run throughout the course. Revisiting the big ideas and applying them in a variety of contexts allow students to develop deeper conceptual understanding. Following are the big ideas of the course and a brief description of each:
BIG IDEA 1: CHANGE (CHA) Interactions produce changes in motion.
BIG IDEA 2: FORCE INTERACTIONS (INT) Forces characterize interactions between objects or systems.
BIG IDEA 3: FIELDS (FLD) Fields predict and describe interactions.
BIG IDEA 4: CONSERVATION (CON) Conservation laws constrain interactions.
Grading Breakdown
Grading Breakdown
Lab Experiments
Semester Exam
Unit Tests
Projects
Classwork
30%
0%*
30%
20%
20%
*The score for your semester exams will replace previous scores for unit tests if a higher level of understanding has been shown. (Effectively a reassessment)
All Exams and Quizzes will be graded based on proficiency and there will be opportunities to reassess when needed.
Proficiency Scale
Proficiency Scale
Course Expectations
Course Expectations
Come to class prepared with all necessary course materials.
Complete assignments thoroughly and submit them on time.
Perform laboratory experiments that demonstrate inquiry.
Master standards relevant to each unit.
Work effectively in collaborative groups.
Show kindness, open-mindedness, and respect to peers.
Seek appropriate help when needed.
Students can expect the following from the teacher concerning the following:
GOOGLE CLASSROOM - All assignments will be posted in Google Classroom. If you are having trouble locating it, contact the teacher.
RUBRICS AND POLICIES - Once posted here they will not change. However, if a chance is necessary the teacher will inform students well in advance and will clearly mark the changes.
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