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PHYSICS
Physics provides a background in the physical laws that describe our universe. This course relies heavily on laboratory experimentation and mathematical modeling to give the students an understanding of the major concepts of physics. Student participation in ongoing discussion and experimentation is required, with an emphasis on data analysis and understanding of the physical concepts.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2 or concurrently enrolled.
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AP PHYSICS 1
AP Physics 1 is an enriched physics course which provides a background in the physical laws that describe our universe such as Newtonian mechanics, work, energy, power, waves, and sound. This course relies heavily on laboratory experimentation and mathematical modeling to give the students an understanding of the major concepts of physics. Student participation in ongoing discussion and experimentation is required, with an emphasis on data analysis and understanding of the physical concepts.
Prerequisite: Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2.
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AP PHYSICS 2
AP Physics 2 is an enriched physics course which provides a background in the physical laws that describe our universe such as Thermodynamics: laws of thermodynamics, ideal gases, and kinetic theory, fluid statics and dynamics, electrostatics: electric force, electric field and electric potential, DC circuits and RC circuits (steady-state only), magnetism and electromagnetic induction, geometric and physical optics and quantum physics, atomic, and nuclear physics. This course relies heavily on laboratory experimentation and mathematical modeling to give the students an understanding of the major concepts of physics. Student participation in ongoing discussion and experimentation is required, with an emphasis on data analysis and understanding of the physical concepts.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Physics 1
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AP PHYSICS C
Advanced Placement Physics C is a calculus-based, college level, physics course designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement exams. Students will study in-depth topics in mechanics during first semester, and in-depth topics in electricity and magnetism during second semester. Students can earn as many as 8 college credits upon successful completion of the AP exam.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of AP Physics 1 and concurrent enrollment or completion of Calculus.