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Course Descriptions
603 Physics H 12 full year 12 credits
Physics H is a sequel to the Introductory Physics course for students who enjoyed physics and/or would like an additional high school physics course. Students will have an opportunity to elect to engage with lab design, project builds, experimental analysis, scientific communication, and research applications based on their own articulated goals. The major topics studied are: force and motion, vectors and projectiles, energy and momentum, electricity and magnetism, and waves and light. Physics H will require additional mathematical rigor in problem solving, and added complexity in conceptual understanding of content, as compared to Physics ACP. At the conclusion of the year all senior physics classes will build boats. A summer assignment is not part of the course.
613 Physics ACP 12 full year 12 credits
Physics ACP is a sequel to the Introductory Physics course for students who enjoyed physics and/or would like an additional high school physics course. Students will have an opportunity to elect to engage with lab design, project builds, experimental analysis, scientific communication, and research applications based on their own articulated goals. The major topics studied are: force and motion, vectors and projectiles, energy and momentum, electricity and magnetism, and waves and light. At the conclusion of the year all senior physics classes will build boats. A summer assignment is not part of the course.
607 Advanced Placement Physics H 12 full year 12 credits
Prerequisite: Completion of Math requirement, see details on science department page on NNHS website.
Recommendation: concurrent enrollment in 504 or 508 Math.
Advanced Placement Physics C: Mechanics is equivalent to a one-semester, calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in physical science or engineering. The course explores topics such as kinematics; Newton’s laws of motion; work, energy and power; systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. Introductory differential and integral calculus is used throughout the course. At the conclusion of the year all senior physics classes will build boats. A summer assignment is not part of the course.
How do I know which level is appropriate for me?
How do I know which level is appropriate for me?
Senior Physics relies heavily on a student's prior math skills. We require that anyone recommended for AP Physics C be co-recommended for AP Calc AB or BC. We are recommending that students be enrolled in any Calculus course to take Honors. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Hotchkiss, the Science Department Head.
If you are considering AP Physics, here is some sample classwork demonstrating the level of math required:
In past years, we have provided students with a math diagnostic. Taking this diagnostic has helped students determine math skills that could benefit from independent study before taking on a challenging Physics course. Students may access this diagnostic here. If you take the diagnostic, you can expect that Ms. Hotchkiss will provide feedback about what to study independently in preparation for your preferred Senior Physics course.
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