Science Department
Physics Courses
(All Courses Above are Included in GPA)
Physics L3
SC330 - 1.0 Credit - Year Long - Grades 11-12
Prerequisite:
- All of: Recommendation of current science teacher AND concurrent enrollment or C+ or better in Algebra II L3, L4 or L5
Students in this course will study basic principles of physics and their application to everyday life. Hands-on laboratory investigations, including real-time computer-based experiments, are an integral part of this course. Students concentrate on the topics of kinematics, dynamics, waves and sound, momentum, work and energy, electricity and magnetism. A primary component of this course is learning to approach and solve problems.
Physics L4
SC340 - 1.0 Credit - Year Long - Grades 11-12
Prerequisite:
- All of: Recommendation of current science teacher AND concurrent enrollment or B- or better in Precalculus L4 or L5
This is an accelerated course designed for students considering careers in science or engineering. Topics studied include vector mathematics, kinematics, dynamics, waves and sound, momentum, work and energy, electricity and magnetism. Hands-on laboratory investigations, including real-time computer-based experiments, are an integral part of this course. Honors Physics places particular emphasis on problem solving skills, conceptual understanding, construction and interpretation of graphical data, and critical analysis of quantitative laboratory results.
Calculus Based Physics L5
SC451 - 1.0 Credit - Year Long - Grade 12
Prerequisite:
- All of: Recommendation of current science teacher AND concurrent enrollment in AP Calculus or Calculus L4 AND either: B+ or better in Physics L4, or B+ or better in VHS AP Physics 1, or A or better in Physics L3
This is a calculus-based course in physics that emphasizes the study of kinematics, dynamics, heat, electricity, magnetism and light.