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Physics Syllabus
Mark Horton ([email protected])
Honors Physics Content Standards
Date
Initials
Course Overview
Physics meet daily. The textbook is Glencoe, Honors Physics Principles and Problems. This course is designed to provide a solid
conceptual and experiential foundation for physics.
Labs support, convey and cement the principles presented in lectures
and demonstrations. They also provide students with an opportunity
to learn new skills, foster good collaborative relationships, and improve problems solving techniques. Labs will
come from the text and other various resources including the virtual interactive labs researched on the
internet. Each student will complete lab reports which state the objectives, purpose, and requirements for
the lab write up. The lab write up will also include complete calculations.
Physics Grade Breakdown
Tests
30%
Labs/ Projects
35%
Section Quizzes
10%
Test Prep
10%
Final Exam
15%
.
Materials needed:
1 3 - ring binder
Composition Notebook (LTA)
Loose leaf paper
Highlighters
Colored pencils
See through metric protractor and ruler
Pens, pencils
Scientific calculator - TI30X IIS
Project supplies when applicable
Binder should be divided into the following sections:
Class Notes
Test prep assignments
Labs
Tests
Students will be expected to keep all graded work in their binder.
Students will have open notes test periodically and will be able to reference only hand written notes in
their binder.
SP1. Students will
analyze the
relationships
between
force, mass,
gravity, and
the motion
of objects.
SP2. Students will
evaluate the
significance
of energy in
understandin
g the
structure of
matter and
the
universe.
SP3. Students will
evaluate the
forms and
transformati
ons of
energy.
.
a. Calculate average velocity, instantaneous velocity, and
acceleration in a given frame of reference.
b. Compare and contrast scalar and vector quantities.
c. Compare graphically and algebraically the relationships
among position, velocity, acceleration, and time.
d. Measure and calculate the magnitude of frictional
forces and Newton’s three Laws of Motion.
e. Measure and calculate the magnitude of gravitational
forces.
f. Measure and calculate two-dimensional motion
(projectile and circular) by using component vectors.
g. Measure and calculate centripetal force.
h. Determine the conditions required to maintain a body in
a state of static equilibrium
a. Relate the energy produced through fission and fusion
by stars as a driving force in the universe.
Week 1-3
b. Explain how the instability of radioactive isotopes
results in spontaneous nuclear reactions.
Week 7-8
a. Analyze, evaluate, and apply the principle of
conservation of energy and measure the components of
work-energy theorem by
• describing total energy in a closed system.
• identifying different types of potential energy.
• calculating kinetic energy given mass and velocity.
• relating transformations between potential and kinetic
energy.
Week 7-8
b. Explain the relationship between matter and energy.
c. Measure and calculate the vector nature of
momentum.
d. Compare and contrast elastic and inelastic collisions.
e. Demonstrate the factors required to produce a change
in momentum.
f. Analyze the relationship between temperature, internal
energy, and work done in a physical system.
g. Analyze and measure power
Week 7-8
Week 7-8
Week 1-3
Week 1-3
Week 4-6
Week 4-6
Week 1-3
Week 4-6
Week 4-6
Week 7-8
Week 7-8
Week 7-8
Week 7-8
Week 7-8
Physics Content Standards (cont)
a. Explain the processes that results in the
SP4. Students will
production and energy transfer of electromagnetic
analyze the
waves.
properties and
b. Explain how the instability of radioactive isotopes
applications of
results in spontaneous nuclear reactions.
waves.
c. Explain the relationship between the phenomena of
interference and the principle of superposition.
d. Demonstrate the transfer of energy through
different mediums by mechanical waves.
SP5. Students will
e. Determine the location and nature of images
evaluate
formed by the reflection or refraction of light.
relationships
between
a. Describe the transformation of mechanical energy
electrical and
into electrical energy and the transmission of
magnetic forces. electrical energy.
b. Determine the relationship among potential
difference, current, and resistance in a direct
current circuit.
c. Determine equivalent resistances in series and
parallel circuits.
d. Determine the relationship between moving
electric charges and magnetic
a. Explain matter as a particle and as a wave.
SP6. The student will
describe the
b. Describe the Uncertainty Principle
corrections to
c. Explain the differences in time, space, and mass
Newtonian
measurements by two observers when one is in a
physics given by
frame of reference moving at constant velocity
quantum
parallel to one of the coordinate axes of the other
mechanics and
observer’s frame of reference if the constant
relativity when
velocity is greater than one tenth the speed of light.
matter is very
small, moving
d. Describe the gravitational field surrounding a
fast compared
large mass and its effect on a ray of light.
to the speed of
light, or very
large.
Date
Week 9-12
Initials
Week 9-12
Week 9-12
Week 9-12
Week 13-15
Week 13-15
Week 13-15
Week 13-15
Week 9-12
Week 9-12
Week 9-12
Week 9-12
Your conduct will be evaluated by the instructor on the following factors based upon daily observations:respect for others (harassment, fighting), - student interaction (class participation), - attitude (makes an
effort to succeed), - punctuality (in seat and prepared when class starts), - behavior (disruptive, damage to
property), - academic honesty (cheating, plagiarism), - personal integrity (theft, dishonesty)
8. SCHOOL POLICIES: All school policies will be rigidly enforced -- no exceptions! Students must be familiar
with and abide by the guidelines in the UHS Student Handbook pertaining to such areas as discipline,
attendance, appearance, & academic honesty, etc.
9. EXPECTATIONS: The instructor assumes that you are mature, motivated, and willing to broaden your
understanding of the physical world; that you are curious, objective, and interested in new ideas; and above
all, that you are ready, willing, and able to work and study every day. This course is demanding; successful
completion requires full determination and dedication from beginning to end.
Class Contract- The student agrees to:
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4.
Respect the ideas, rights, and differences of all other individuals at all times and in all activities.
Work cooperatively and productively within small groups and participate within class activities.
Follow all safety procedures. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.
Turn in all assignments on the day they are due. Homework cannot be turned in late. In addition,
students are to complete assigned readings in a timely manner.
5. Comply with the guidelines as identified in the course description/syllabus.
6. It is the student’s responsibility (not the teacher’s) to obtain the assignments that are missed due to
absences. Extended absences will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
7. Try his or her best. Seek help when needed. (This one is critical – seeking help does not mean you
are not trying your best!!)
8. Utilize materials on the Internet in appropriate manners. By signing this contract, parents grant
their students permission to utilize the Internet for class-related activities.
9. Monitor his/her status in the class by regularly checking the online grade book.
10. Follow all SHS rules and policies including those regarding cheating and plagiarizing.
11. Maintain the confidentiality of all testing materials; refrain from discussing the content of tests with
other students who have not taken the test, and to return all written test materials to the teacher prior to
leaving the classroom.
12. Abide by all appropriate teacher requests pertaining to the class including arriving to class on time.
13. Allow pictures to be taken of himself or herself to support classroom activities. By signing this
contract, parents grant permission for photographs and/or movies of their students to be taken
to support class-related activities.
14. Maintain a positive attitude and will strive to foster a positive attitude in others with respect to this
class.
Student Name___________________________________________________ (printed neatly)
I have read the Course Syllabus for Physics and
understood what is expected of me in this course.
___________________________________________
____________________________________________
Student Signature
Date
I have read the Course Syllabus for Physics and do
understand what is expected of my student in this
course.
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date