Physics

This is a full-year online course that offers a comprehensive survey of basic principles in various physics topics. The course covers force and motion, properties of atoms and phases of matter, thermodynamics, sound and light waves, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics topics including relativity and quantum mechanics. The class employs a “flipped” classroom structure where students prepare for class by watching videos and reading from the textbook, followed by discussions and mastery of the material during class meetings. Assessments and assignments will focus on both conceptual understanding and the application of relevant equations.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to have a mastery of introductory concepts and principles of physics, as well as the ability to think scientifically. Students will also develop skills in applying mathematical and conceptual knowledge of physics and the scientific method to real-world scenarios, interpreting data and results of scientific investigations, and engaging in scientific discourse. It is recommended that students have a strong foundation in algebra II and should be comfortable with solving systems of equations for unknowns. Familiarity with pre-calculus is helpful, but not required. A basic understanding of vector addition is necessary.