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AP Physics I Cedar Creek High School 2015-2016 Mr. Crunk Room C213 [email protected] Welcome to AP Physics I! This course will challenge you to develop a deeper understanding of how the physical universe works including phenomena such as: motion, electricity, magnetism, light, sound, and nuclear processes. The goal is for students to understand physics concepts, make connections between concepts, and apply their knowledge through authentically designed projects. Physics is a challenging course that requires students to do outside assignments, readings, and studying. You are expected to be diligent in your studies and encouraged to ask questions. Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:05- 8:35 am Room C211 Monday and Wednesday afternoons 4:15- 4:45 pm Room C211 *additional tutoring available upon request Expectations: In order to meet the high standards established by Cedar Creek HS and to provide an opportunity for ALL students to learn, the following expectations will be implemented in class. • Be present and on time. • Be prepared and engaged in learning. • Be respectful of yourself and others. • Follow all CCHS rules paying close attention to safety guidelines. Supplies: Composition Notebook (graph type if possible) for notes, lab exercises, practice, and reflection 3-Ring binder with 5 dividers for portfolio TI-83 or higher model graphing calculator for problem solving (class calculators are available if needed) Grading: Major Grades (60%) - includes tests, formal labs, performance assessments, and projects Daily Grades (40%) - includes homework, practice, lab exercises, and quizzes Policies: 1. Make-up work a. If you miss class because of an absence, you will get one extra day to turn in any assignment for each day that you are absent. b. Check for assignments, notes, and due dates. c. Laboratories and tests must be made up within one week of the day that they were done in class. d. Late work is accepted for partial credit three days after due. The total grade on the assignment will be a 70%. After three days, any work not yet turned in will earn a zero. e. If you know of an absence ahead of time, inform the teacher and collect assignments. 2. Beginning of Class a. You are encouraged to be to class on time and prepared when the bell rings. During passing periods there will be an opportunity to learn insight to questions for the exams. b. At the bell you will be required to show homework previously assigned and complete an introductory assignment. Homework and intro assignment will result in a cumulative participation grade factored into your daily grades. c. Tardies will be addressed per CCHS policy. 3. End of Class a. We will need every moment of class to fully explore the content. b. At the end of class you will be given a reflection assignment to self-assess your understanding of the day’s activities and concepts. If additional time is needed, you may complete for homework. 4. Academic Integrity a. I have very high expectations for students at Cedar Creek HS. You are expected to show your best effort on all assignments and assessments. b. Cheating or plagiarism will not be tolerated. Committing either offense could result in loss of credit for the assignment or assessment in question. I have read and understand the course syllabus and agree to follow the procedures and expectations described above for the 2015-2016 school year. Student Signature ____________________________ Date: ____________ Parent Signature _____________________________ Date: ____________ Course Outline: Grading Period 1st 6 weeks Unit Description Physics Skills Lab and Project Management Kinematics (1 D) 2nd 6 weeks Kinematics (2 D) Forces Specific Concepts Analyzing Data Using the calculator to analyze data Recognize linear and direct relationships and interpret slope of a curve Recognize quadratic and inverse relationships Organize and use components of a notebook Develop collaborative skills, responsibilities, and use of work ethic Interpret Motion Graphs Derive and use kinematics equations to solve problems Differentiate between scalar and vector quantities Use kinematic equations to solve problems involving objects in free fall Recognize vertical and horizontal motions of a projectile are independent of one another Solve problems involving projectile motion Define mass and inertia Define a force Understand and use Newton’s 2nd Law to solve problems Describe how weight and mass are related Grading Period Unit Description Specific Concepts Understand the meaning of Newton’s 3rd Law Define friction and distinguish between static and kinetic friction Work, Energy, and Power Define work and calculate work done by a force Distinguish between conservative and nonconservative forces Calculate the kinetic energy of a moving object Calculate gravitational potential energy Solve problems using the law of conservation of energy Define the momentum of an object Momentum Solve conservation of momentum problems for both elastic and inelastic collisions Explain acceleration of an object moving in a Circular Motion and Gravitation circle Define centripetal force Solve problems involving calculations of centripetal force Define torque and rotational equilibrium 3rd 6 weeks Forces 4th 6 Weeks Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics Electricity (Electrical Circuits) Define density and specific gravity Define absolute pressure, gauge pressure, and atmospheric pressure Describe the pressure in a fluid State and apply Archimedes’s principle Understand and apply Bernoulli’s equation Differentiate between internal energy and heat Calculate the linear expansion of heated objects Understand and apply the relationship between pressure, volume, and temperature in gases Understand and apply the first and second laws of thermodynamics Define electric current and describe conditions that create current in an electric circuit Define resistance and use Ohm’s law Calculate current, voltage, and equivalent resistance for devices connected in series and parallel circuits Grading Period 5th 6 weeks Unit Description Electricity Magnetism Electromagnetics Waves Specific Concepts Use Coulomb’s law to solve problems related to electrical force Describe the differences between conductors and insulators Define and measure and electric field Define potential difference Investigate and explain static electricity Describe the magnetic poles and the interactions between magnets Calculate the magnetic field of a long currentcarrying wire Learn the right-hand rules to determine the direction of the magnetic field Describe how emf is produced when there is relative motion between a conductor and a magnetic field Describe a transformer and solve problems involving voltage, current, and turn ratios Describe systems undergoing simple harmonic motion Calculate the period and frequency of a massspring system Calculate the frequency and the period of a simple pendulum Describe and predict interactions of waves Grading Period 6th 6 weeks Unit Description Waves (Light and Sound) Atomic and Nuclear Physics Specific Concepts Explain characteristics of transverse and longitudinal waves Understand how resonance occurs Understand the nature of sound waves Explain the formation of standing waves for open and closed pipes Apply the Doppler effect to problems Explain the law of reflection Understand and apply Snell’s law Calculate the index of refraction in a mediumExplain total internal reflection Explain how concave and convex mirrors form real a virtual images Distinguish between converging and diverging lenses Locate images using ray diagrams and calculate image location and size using equations Calculate image height using the magnification equation Explain the photoelectric effect Describe the wave nature of light and solve problems Review how to determine the number of neutrons and protons Define and calculate the mass defect and the binding energy of the nucleus Describe the three forms of radioactive decay and solve nuclear equations Define nuclear fission and chain reaction Describe the fusion process NOTE: Specific concepts are not necessarily presented in the order listed.