New Canaan High School

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PHYSICS

Grade: 11 - 12

Duration: 2 Semesters

Prerequisite: M2 Algebra II

Credit: 0.5 per semester

The emphasis of the course is on a conceptual understanding of the topics covered. Problem-solving and lab exercises are used to demonstrate, reinforce, and clarify concepts. The following topics are investigated in this course: mechanics (velocity, acceleration, forces, motion, gravity, work, power, simple machines, momentum), interrelationships between energy and matter, heat, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, optics, wave motion, and nuclear physics.

A working knowledge of Geometry and Algebra 1 is important for success in this course. Daily homework problem worksheets and lab reports based on presented concepts will be assigned.

Text: Conceptual Physics, 3rd Edition, Hewitt, Addison Wesley.

Haag, Tim