AP Physics 2 is equivalent to most college-level introductory physics courses with a focus on the following topics: fluid statics and dynamics, thermodynamics, PV diagrams and probability, electrostatics, electrical circuits with capacitors, magnetic fields,electromagnetism, physical and geometric optics, and other topics in modern physics.
Emphasis is placed on understanding physical science literacy and applying physics concepts to think critically and solve problems. Algebra and trigonometry are the primary mathematical tools for problem solving. Science literacy is the process of both knowing physics and doing physics. Hands-on laboratory and the scientific notebook will be emphasized.