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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: 1. 2. 3. 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