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    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Physics
    • Algebra I
    • Geometry
    • Algebra II
    • Pre-calculus
    • Economics & U.S. Gov
    • Principles of Engineering
    • Human Anatomy & Physiology
    • Business Management
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  • CLASS FEES
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Physics and ​AP® Physics

Syllabus and class materials
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  • This is an introductory Physics course with hands-on labs. The course covers classical Newtonian mechanics, rotational motion, mechanical waves & sound, periodic motion, electrostatics, and DC circuits. The AP® version of the class requires additional work and lab analyses beyond the ‘regular’ class.   
  • Textbook: All students will use Physics, BJU Press, 3rd edition.  Amazon link You don't need the accompanying lab book.  AP students will also use AP Classroom (you will receive a join code) and the Princeton Review AP Physics 1 Prep book. Make sure you get the 2025 edition when it becomes available.   Amazon link 
  • Supplies: You will need safety glasses for a few of the labs. I will provide lab coats and gloves when needed. 
  • Supplies: You will need a scientific calculator (TI-30Xa is perfect, $10)​, and various types of graph paper throughout the course Printfreegraphpaper.com. 
  • You will need access to a relatively modern computer with internet connection. A computer less than 5 years old should suffice.  You will need a webcam and mike to participate in the class.   
  • Homework: You'll be turning in your homework on Canvas. You will receive a join code.  

Course Outline

1st Semester

2: Measurement & Vectors

3: Motion in One Dimension

5: Motion in a Plane
6: Newton's Laws of Motion

7: Circular Motion & Gravity
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8: Applying Newton's Laws


9-10: Work and Energy

11: Momentum

12: Periodic Motion

2nd Semester

13: Properties of Matter

14: Expansion & Temperature

15: Thermal Energy & Heat

16: Thermodynamics

17: Fluid Mechanics


18: Electric Charge and Coulomb's Law

19: Electric Potential & Capacitors

20: DC Circuits

21: Magnetism 

22: Electromagnetism/AC Circuits

​27-29: Relativity, Quantum, and Nuclear Physics 

Final Exam
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