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High School AP Physics

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Suggested Prerequisites

Algebra 1, Geometry

Description

Uncover the mysteries that explain all phenomena in the universe. In this course, you will develop an understanding of physics through rich content, problem solving, and inquiry-based investigations in an algebra-based, introductory college-level course. You will create visual representations of physical phenomena as you explore dynamic concepts in the areas of motion, force, energy, momentum, and fluids. You will apply science practice skills when you engage in real-world and theoretical examples related to physical models, systems interactions, conservation laws, and experimental design. Get ready to make sense of the natural events witnessed in our universe.

Module One: Kinematics

-Measurements, graphing, and mathematical skills

-Scalars and vectors in one dimension

-Displacement, velocity, acceleration

-Representing motion with visuals, equations, and descriptions

-Reference frames and relative motion


Module Two: 2D Motion and Forces

-Vectors and motion in two dimensions

-Systems and center of mass

-Forces and free-body diagrams

-Newton's third law

-Newton's first law

-Newton's second law


Module Three: Translational Dynamics

-Gravitational force

-Kinetic and static friction

-Spring forces

-Circular motion

-Kepler's third law


Module Four: Energy

-Translational kinetic energy

-Work and the work-energy theorem

-Potential energy

-Conservation of energy

-Power

 

Module Five: Momentum

-Linear momentum

-Change in momentum and impulse

-Graphs relating to impulse and momentum

-Conservation of linear momentum

-Elastic and inelastic collisions


Module Six: Rotational Dynamics

-Rotational kinematics

-Connecting linear and rotational motion

-Torque

-Rotational inertia

-Rotational equilibrium and Newton's first law in rotational form

-Newton's second law in rotational form

-Rotational kinetic energy

-Torque and work


Module Seven: Rotating Systems and Oscillations

-Angular momentum and angular impulse

-Rolling, with and without slipping

-Motion of orbiting satellites

-Defining simple harmonic motion (SHM)

-Frequency and period of SHM

-Representing and analyzing SHM

-Energy of simple harmonic oscillators


Module Eight: Fluids

-Internal structure and density

-Pressure

-Fluids and Newton's laws, buoyancy

-Fluids and conservation laws

-Bernoulli's equation and Torricelli's theorem

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