Conceptual Physics
Avon Lake City Schools
Curriculum Framework
Conceptual Physics
Course Overview:
Physics is the fundamental science of the natural world. This course involves study, extensive laboratory work, problem solving, and demonstrations in the areas of measurements, kinematics, dynamics, vectors, work and energy, waves and electricity. Less emphasis is placed on mathematics in this course than in more traditional physics courses. Instead more emphasis is placed on developing a deep understanding of the concepts and principles of physics. The student is responsible for having a class notebook and a calculator. A “C” or better average in Algebra and Geometry is recommended for students enrolling in this course. This class meets one period daily for ½ unit of credit each semester. FEE: $20
Textbook (Title and Publishing Company):
Prentice Hall Conceptual Physics
Online/Supplemental Materials:
Google Classroom
Assessments:
Chapter Tests - Midterm (cumulative) - Chapter Tests-- Final (cumulative second semester information)
Content/Topics/Learning Goals Subject to Pacing and Schedules |
1st Quarter- |
Science Inquiry and Application and MotionStandards/Learning Goals: SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY:
MOTION:
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2nd Quarter- |
Newton's Laws, Circular Motion, MomentumStandards/Learning Goals: FORCES, MOMENTUM AND MOTION:
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3rd Quarter- |
Work and Energy, Planetary Motion, ElectrostaticsStandards/Learning Goals: ENERGY:
ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM:
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4th Quarter - |
Electric Circuits, Magnetism, Waves (Light and Sound)Standards/Learning Goals: ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM:
WAVES:
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Last Updated:
September, 2023