Physics

Physics 11 covers four big ideas: Motion, Forces, Energy and Waves with a major focus on describing how objects move in one-dimension and two- dimensions. This course serves as a foundation for many post-secondary courses in science (ex: engineering and kinesiology) as well as for Physics 12. A willingness to work in the language of math is crucial in this course as equation manipulation and right-angle trigonometry will be used extensively; creative and critical thinking will be practiced regularly.

Physics 12 is developed around four big ideas: Frames of Reference, Forces (linear and circular), Fields Interaction, and Momentum Conservation. Students will build upon their knowledge and skills developed in Physics 11 with additional study on physical laws, their related theories, and the mathematical relationships. As this course is a continuation of Physics 11, a willingness to work in the language of math is required.

Teacher recommendation required.

Advanced Placement (AP) Physics I is an intensive study in a range of physics topics including Kinematics (linear and rotational), Forces, Energy, Momentum, Torque, Circuits, and Waves. This course demands motivated students who are enthusiastic to address the material quickly and who will complete independent study on the concepts. Fluency in the language of math is critical in this course as equation manipulation and trigonometry will be used regularly.
There is an opportunity to complete an AP Exam associated with AP Physics I.

Teacher recommendation required.

Advanced Placement (AP) Physics II explores Fluids, Electric Force and Fields, Electromagnetism, and Optics. This course may be pursued after AP Physics I or Physics 12. There is an opportunity to complete an AP Exam associated with AP Physics II.