Physics

 

 

  • Physics 11
  • Physics 12

Physics 11 Course Outline


“The scientist is not a person who gives the right answers, he is one who asks the right questions.”

 Claude Levi-Strauss (1908)

Teacher : Mrs. McTague
Location : Room 306
Block: C                                 

 

Course Description

Welcome to Physics 11! This is an introductory Physics course  which covers a wide range of topics including:

Kinematics

Forces
Newton’s Laws
Momentum
Energy
Waves & Optics
Special Relativity
Nuclear Fission and Fusion

 

Course Activities

This course includes lecture, many hand-on activties, labs, demonstrations, videos, a library research  project and a class presentation.

Course Pre-requisites

Successful completion of Science 10 and a good grasp of Math 10 are required for this course. Taking Math 11 prior to this course or at the same time will help your success in this course. A positive attitude and good work ethic are essential.

Studies have shown that students who work more than 10 hours a week outside of school may suffer negative academic and emotional consequences. If it is necessary for you to work above 10 hours a week, you may need to reconsider this course or at the very minimum, plan for time off around test and exam periods.

Rollercoaster lab

Materials Required

Scientific calculator,3 ring binder, dividers, note paper, graph paper, pens, pencils, a  ruler, and a protractor.


 

Marking System

1) Term Marks
Unit Tests : 70%
Quizzes: 10%
Assignments: 20%

2) Final Grade
Term 1 : 40%
Term 2 : 40%
Final Exam: 20%


Extra Help 

Extra help will be provided whenever needed. Feel free to ask at any time! Make sure to stay ahead of the game

Physics 12 Course Outline                              

Teacher: Mrs. McTague
Location: Room 306  Block:  A

Course Description
Welcome to Physics 12! This is a pre-university Physics course that covers a wide range of topics including:

Content
Vectors

  • perform vector analysis in one or two dimensions

Time
(# of 1hr classes)
1

Kinematics

  • apply vector analysis to solve practical navigation problems
  • apply the concepts of motion to various situations where acceleration is constant

7

Dynamics

  • apply Newton’s laws of motion to solve problems involving acceleration, gravitational field strength, and friction
  • apply the concepts of dynamics to analyse one-dimensional or two-dimensional situations

7

Work, Energy, Power

  • analyse the relationships among work, energy, and power

4

Momentum

  • use knowledge of momentum and impulse to analyse situations in one dimension
  • use knowledge of momentum and impulse to analyse situations in two dimensions

4

Equilibrium

  • use knowledge of force, torque, and equilibrium to analyse various situations

9

Circular Motion

  • use knowledge of uniform circular motion to analyse various situations

6

Gravitation

  • analyse the gravitational attraction between masses

6

Electrostatics

  • apply Coulomb’s law to analyse electric forces
  • analyse electric fields and their effects on charged objects
  • calculate electric potential energy and change in electric potential energy
  • apply the concept of electric potential to analyse situations involving point charges
  • apply the principles of electrostatics to a variety of situations

9

Electric Circuits

  • apply Ohm’s law and Kirchhoff’s laws to direct current circuits
  • relate efficiency to electric power, electric potential difference, current, and resistance

9

Electromagnetism

  • analyse electromagnetism, with reference to magnetic fields and their effects on moving charges
  • analyse the process of electromagnetic induction

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Course Activities
This course includes lecture, labs, demonstrations, videos, in-class assignments and homework assignments

Course Pre-requisites
Successful completion of Physics 11 and a good grasp of Math 11 (Principles is recommended) are required for this course. Good knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, and vectors are critical. A positive attitude and good work ethic are essential.

Materials Required
Scientific calculator, 3 ring binder, dividers, note paper, graph paper, pens, pencils, a protractor and a ruler.

Marking System

1) Term Marks
Unit Tests : 60%
Quizzes: 10%
Assignments: 30%

2) Final Grade
Term 1 : 30%
Term 2 : 25%
In-class Final Exam: 5%
Provincial Final Exam: 40%

Extra Help 
It is your responsibility to make sure that you understand the work that has been assigned to you and the concepts that have been taught immediately. This course moves extremely fast. Make sure that you don't leave any questions unanswered.  Extra help is available after class. Your classmates are a vital tool, many of them will be able to help you as much as I can. However, if you feel really swamped you may need a tutor. I am happy to recommend one if that is the case.