Physics

Physics is the foundation that all other sciences are built on.  Physics describes the world around us through the study of the relationship between energy and matter. It explains some of the most basic things we take for granted, such as why we don’t fly off the earth into space, how the molecules that make up our bodies and the items around us stay together, how we see and hear, and why a bowling ball falls at the same rate as a ball bearing.
This course is designed to help students think and analyze problems in the real world.  Demonstrations and Lab activities are used to enhance student understanding.  To be successful, students must possess strong Algebra II and problem solving skills. This physics course will cover measurement, vectors, kinematics, statics, dynamics, momentum, work, power, energy, electricity and magnetism.

Textbook(s): Physics, Douglas C. Giancoli, Sixth Edition

Prerequisites: Algebra II

Instructor: John Wickenhaeuser