Sciences Course Information

Physics Course Outlines:

Physics 20/20 IB

Physics is the study of matter and energy and their interaction.  Through the study of Physics you will be given an opportunity to explore and understand the natural world and to become aware of the profound influence of physics in your life.

The major goals of the Physics 20 program are:

1.   To develop an understanding of the interconnecting ideas and principles that explain and unify the natural sciences

2.   To enhance your understanding of scientific inquiry, and the world view of science

3.   To help you attain the level of scientific awareness essential for all citizens in a scientifically literate society

4.      To help you make informed decisions about further studies and careers in science

5.      To provide you with the opportunities for acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes that contribute to personal development

Materials:

Textbook – Pearson Physics, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, ruler, binder, lined paper, non-programmable scientific calculator (programmable calculators are not permitted during exams).  You are expected to bring all materials to class each day.

Course Content:

Physics 20 consists of 4 units of study as per the Alberta Education Program of Studies as well as Topics 1, 2, 4 of the IB Syllabus.

Unit	Textbook Chapter Reference	General Dates
Review	Teacher notes	Sept. 2 – Sept. 5 (4 days)
1 – Kinematics	p. 4 – 121	Sept. 9 – Nov. 3 (24 periods)
2 – Dynamics and Gravitation	p. 122 – 237	Nov. 4 – Jan. 13 (24 lessons)
3 – Circular Motion, Work and Energy	p. 240 – 341	Jan. 28 – Mar. 27 (24 lessons)
4 – Oscillatory Motion & Mechanical Waves	p. 342 – 443	Apr. 6 – Jun. 3 (24 lessons)
Review	Teacher notes	Jun. 4 – Jun. 12

Evaluation:

Assignments and Labs              12%                

Quizzes                                    16%

Unit Exams (4)                         32%                 

Final Exam                               40%

Total                                       100%              

Student Responsibilities:

·        Be on time for class, a start-up activity, assignment or quiz may be administered at the beginning of class.

·        Attend regularly.

·        Come to class equipped with pen, pencil, data table, calculator, a well-organized binder and your textbook if necessary.

·        Do your assignments and labs to the best of your ability and complete them on time.

·        Practice concepts daily (homework).

·        Ask questions/seek help.

·        Behave in a safe and responsible manner in the laboratory.

·        Regularly review your notes, worksheets, handouts and textbook in order to avoid those late night cramming sessions that make you too tired to give important test your best shot!

Absences:

·        For scheduled absences, let your teacher know that you will be absent prior to the absence.

·        Bring a note (which must include a telephone number) for any absence on the day you return to class.

·        Be prepared to write quizzes, labs or exams the day you return to school after an absence – either during the scheduled period or after school.

Student success:

To be successful it is recommended that student have:

·        a course average of 65% in Science 10.

·        a strong algebra and trigonometry background.

·        a good understanding of graphing skills.

·        good language and writing skills.

·        good study and attendance habits.

Physics 30/30 IB

Course Outline 2008                                                    

Physics is the study of matter and energy and their interactions.  Through the study of Physics you will be given an opportunity to explore and understand the natural world and to become aware of the profound influence of physics in your life.

The major goals of the Physics 30 program are:

1.         Develop an understanding of the interconnecting ideas and principles that explain and unify the natural sciences.  Physics ties all the sciences together.

2.         Enhance your understanding of scientific inquiry, and the worldview of science.

3.         Allow you as a citizen to attain a level of scientific literacy that permits good decision-making.

Physics 30 consists of 4 units of study

This course will follow the order of the Alberta Program of Studies and use the text Pearson – Physics. Supplementary videos and lab activities will also be used.

Unit 1.  Momentum and Impulse (through the conservation of momentum students investigate interactions between large bodies and atomic particles.)

Exam:  October 1

Unit 2.  Forces and Fields (students examine the nature of electric ad magnetic forces and fields and the interactions of charged particles with them.)              Exam:  December 2

Unit 3.  Electro-magnetic Radiation (the dual nature of electromagnetic radiation is examined from an empirical and theoretical perspective.)

Exam : February 24

Unit 4.   Atomic Physics (through the concepts learned in units 1 - 3 students begin to understand the nature of the atom and learn about nuclear processes.)

Exam:  April 28

Evaluation:     

Assignments and Labs        5%

Quizzes                            10% 

Unit Exams (4)                 35%          

Unit 1                                       12.5%

Unit 2                                       12.5%

Unit 3                                       12.5%

Unit 4                                       12.5%

Final Exam                         50%

Total                                100%

June 22, 2008, Part A: 9:00 – 10:00, Part B: 1:00 – 3:00

            *Note: Quizzes will be given to test daily concepts. Basic skills are the responsibility of the student.

Materials required:

·         A pen, pencil and eraser for each class.

·         A binder, lined, unlined paper.

·         Scientific calculator ($20 - $30) that can calculate squares, square roots, cubes and cube roots, inverses, logs and trigonometric functions like sine, cosine and tangent.

·         Programmable graphing calculators will no longer be allowed on quizzes and exams.

* Students are encouraged to keep their textbooks secure. The cost of replacing a textbook is $65.00

Student Responsibilities:

·        Be on time for class, some quick quizzes may be administered just after the bell.

·        Attend regularly.

·        Come to class equipped with pen, pencil, data table, calculator, a well-organized binder and your textbook if necessary.

·        Do your assignments (labs) to the best of your ability and on time

·        Practice concepts daily (homework)

·        Ask questions/ seek help.

·        Behave in a safe and responsible manner in the laboratory.

·        Regularly review your notes, worksheets, handouts and textbook in order to avoid those late night cramming sessions that make you too tired to give important test your best shot!

Absences:

·        For scheduled absences, let your teacher know that you will be absent prior to the absence.

·        Bring a note (which must include a telephone number) for any absence on the day you return to class.

·        Be prepared to write quizzes, labs or exams the day you return to school after an absence - either during the scheduled period or after school.

Student success:

To be successful it is recommended that student have:

·        a course average of 65% in Physics 20.

·        a strong algebra and trigonometry background.

·        a good understanding of graphing skills.

·        good language and writing skills.

·        good study and attendance habits.