- 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.

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 gamePhysics 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
|
Time |
Kinematics
|
7 |
Dynamics
|
7 |
Work, Energy, Power
|
4 |
Momentum
|
4 |
Equilibrium
|
9 |
Circular Motion
|
6 |
Gravitation
|
6 |
Electrostatics
|
9 |
Electric Circuits
|
9 |
Electromagnetism
|
14 |
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.
