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Physics 30 Course Outline Teacher: Derek Cooney J.C. Charyk School 2014/2015 School year. Prerequisites: Math 20-1 or 20-2, Physics 20 (recommended 65% or better) Course Philosophy Goals of the Physics 30 Course According to the Program of Studies, the major goals of the Physics 30 curriculum are: • encourage students at all grade levels to develop a critical sense of wonder and curiosity about scientific and technological endeavours • enable students to use science and technology to acquire new knowledge and solve problems so that they may improve the quality of their lives and the lives of others • prepare students to critically address science-related societal, economic, ethical and environmental issues • provide students with a foundation in science that creates opportunities for them to pursue progressively higher levels of study, prepares them for science-related occupations and engages them in science-related hobbies appropriate to their interests and abilities • develop in students of varying aptitudes and interests a knowledge of the wide spectrum of careers related to science, technology and the environment. Course Outline The following section outlines the units we will be studying in this course, approximate timelines for those units, and a brief overview of what each unit entails. Unit 1: Momentum and Impulse Date: February (approximately 2 weeks) Overview: All sports and activities use the concepts used in this unit. Almost any helmet or safety device utilizes the basic concepts of momentum and impulse in its design. It is also commonly used to investigate car accidents In this unit, students will investigate collisions, and learn how momentum, impulse, and forces are all interrelated when looking at collisions. Unit 2: Forces and Fields Date: September and October (approximately 5 weeks) Overview: All electrical power and electrical motors operate on the basic principals which are covered in this unit. Students will investigate the underlying principals which have allowed us to generate electrical power, as well as convert it into useable forms. By the end of this unit, students will know how to use all of their left hand rules. Unit 3: Electromagnetic Radiation Date: October and November (approximately 5 weeks) Overview: Electromagnetic radiation comes in many forms, and we are surrounded by this commonly misunderstood phenomenon at all times. In this unit, students will look at the two fundamental theories which allow us to predict the behaviour of electromagnetic radiation, wave theory and the quantum theory (using the photoelectric effect, first explained by Einstein). Unit 4: Atomic Physics Date: November to January (approximately 4 weeks) Overview: Whether it is used to date fossils, in radioactive isotope injections to help diagnose patients, or to generate Gigawatts of power, atomic physics is the basics of nuclear physics. Students will learn about radioactive decay, nuclear reactions, spectra of atoms, as well as the effects of electrical charges at the atomic level. Tentative Schedule Topics Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Unit 4 Review Tentative Dates Momentum and Impulse February(2 weeks) Forces and Fields Feb-Mar (5 weeks) Electromagnetic Radiation Mar-Apr (5 weeks) Atomic Physics Apr-May (4 weeks) Review June (1 week) Note: Completion dates for each unit are tentative, and may change. Evaluation Your final mark will be tabulated using the following weightings: Category Weighting of Units Unit 1 15% Unit 2 30% Unit 3 30% Unit 4 25% School Final Mark 50% Provincial Diploma Exam 50% Each individual unit will be broken down as follows: Evaluation type Projects/Formal Labs Practice Assessments Tests Weighting Within the Unit 20% 0% 80% •Marks for this course are cumulative, meaning they are a running tally of student achievement throughout the semester. • Not all units will have a project. • Please note that while the weighting of projects and labs is 20%, it is an essential part of this course and is a standard requirement by Alberta Education for completion of this course. •Please note that assignments are not part of your final mark. They will be tracked with “homework checks” throughout the semester though, and it is essential that students complete assignments on time in order to be successful in the course Materials A graphing calculator is required for this course. While it is recommended that students have a TI-83 or TI84 graphing calculator, any equivalent graphing calculator will suffice. Students will also be assigned a textbook. General Expectations • Regular Attendance - To be successful in any course, students must be attending classes and completing the work associated with learning the concepts and skills of the course. The student is responsible for getting notes and doing the work that was assigned if they were absent/late. If you know you are going to be absent, please notify me so you can pick up your work prior to leaving, to avoid falling behind. If you wish to leave the room at any time during the class, you do not need to ask, but you must fill out the sign in/out sheet when you leave. • Arrive on time/Be prepared - It is expected that you will be in your desk ready to start class when the bell goes. If you unable to avoid being late, please enter the classroom quietly with minimal disruption. Books, writing utensils, calculators, data booklets, etc. must be brought to class every day. When you arrive, there will be an agenda on the board as to what we are doing in today’s class. •Work Habits - It is expected that students use their class time to the best of their abilities for the whole period every class. I expect everyone to be listening when I am providing instruction. Please raise your hand to ask questions at any time during class. • Homework/Exams - Homework assignments are due at the beginning of class. If you miss an exam or quiz, you will be allowed to write the exam on your own time upon returning. • Late Assignments - Late assignments will be tracked by “homework checks”. Remember, while the assignments are not marked, it is critical that you stay up to date on the assignments to be successful in this course. If a student fails to complete a number of assignments, parents will be notified. • Help Sessions - Extra help will be available before school, during lunch, and after school if the flex block time is not enough. Please make arrangements with me for help sessions. • Attitude - Another necessity for this course is independence and accountability. You are responsible for keeping up with homework, asking for help if needed, and studying for tests. This class is designed to help prepare you for post-secondary studies, which requires all of these skills. This class is designed to help prepare you for post-secondary studies, which requires all of these skills. Contact Information Should you have any questions regarding this course outline, this course, or need to contact me, please use the following contact information: Derek Cooney J.C. Charyk School Phone: 403-854-3642 Email: [email protected] Please see the school webpage http://view.dreamstalk.ca/plrd.jcc/index.php for any postings related to the course.