AP Physics 1

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Course Description

AP Physics 1 is a rigorous full-year course divided into two semesters. Semester A focuses on kinematics, Newton’s law of motion, forces, work, energy, power, and momentum. Semester B expands these topics while focusing on torque, inertia, angular momentum, oscillations, and fluids. Throughout this course you will gain knowledge, skills, and understanding of key physics principles, as well as gain preparation for taking the AP Physics 1 Exam.

Course Requirements

Grade Level

11 – 12

Materials

Graphing Calculator

Digital Textbook: College Physics 2e for AP Courses by OpenStax  (embedded in the course, no need to download)
ISBN-13: 978-1-951693-61-9

Princeton Review AP Physics 1 Premium Prep, 13th Edition
ISBN-13: 979-8217125142

Advanced Physics Lab Kit  (Must be purchased for this course)

Duration

2 Semesters

Credit Value

1.0

Prerequisites

Algebra 2

Semester A

Major Concepts

Kinematics
Motion in Two Dimensions
Forces and Newton’s Laws
Forces Applications
Work, Energy, and Power
Linear Momentum

Course Syllabus

Semester B

Major Concepts

Rational Kinematics – Torque
Rotational Inertia
Motion and Angular Momentum
Conservation of Momentum
Oscillations
Fluids