AP Physics C

AP Physics C is equivalent to the first year college course taken by chemistry, physics and engineering majors, and uses introductory differential and integral calculus throughout.  The mechanics portion of the course covers topics in kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, systems of particles and linear momentum, circular motion and rotation, and oscillations and gravitation.  Work, energy, and power are also included. The electricity and magnetism portion covers electrostatics; electric circuits, magnetic fields, as well as conductors, capacitors, and dielectrics. 

This college-level course will qualify the student to take the Advanced Placement Physics C exam, which may provide college credit for students who plan to major in engineering or the physical sciences.