THE CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL
PHYSICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
Teacher: Mrs. R. Williams
Block: 1st
Prep Period: 3rd block
School Number: (334) 227- 4515
E-mail address:
TEXT: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt-Physics
ONLINE TEXT: https://www.my.hrw.com Username: ______Password: ______
Diagnoser: https://diagnoser.com Username: ______Password: ______
Google Classroom Username: Password: last name&lunch number
Mission Statement
The Mission of Calhoun High School, "to foster nourishing growth and the sound development of each individual, academically and emotionally who will thereby be prepared to intensely compete in global society. We will create a safe and extraordinary place to learn and excel. This will be accomplished by a well-trained staff, utilizing a technologically sound and student centered curriculum.
Course Description Physics is the branch of science that study matter and energy and their interactions. It provides a systematic understanding of the fundamental laws that govern physical, chemical, and biological processes. It consists of studies of mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, and magnetism. Physics is designed to instruct students in foundational physics concepts prepare students to exist in an increasingly technological society, develop the students’ analytical, problem solving, and laboratory skills and integrate math, science and technology.
Physics Course of Study
1. Investigate and analyze, based on evidence obtained through observation or experimental design, the motion of an object using both graphical and mathematical models that may include descriptors such as distance, displacement, velocity, and acceleration.
2. Identify forces in a system and apply Newton’s laws graphically by using models such as free-body diagrams to explain how the motion of an object is affected, ranging from simple to complex, and including circular motion.
3. Evaluate qualitatively and quantitatively the relationship between the average force acting on an object, the time of interaction, and the change in momentum using the impulse-momentum theorem.
4. Identify and analyze forces responsible for changes in rotational motion and develop an understanding of the effect of rotational inertia on the motion of a rotating object.
5. Construct models that illustrate how energy is related to work performed on or by an object and explain how different forms of energy are transformed from one form to another.
6. Investigate collisions, both elastic and inelastic, to evaluate the effects on momentum and energy conservation.
7. Plan and carry out investigations to provide evidence that the first and second laws of thermodynamics relate work and heat transfers to the change in internal energy of a system with limits on the ability to do useful work.
8. Investigate the nature of wave behavior to illustrate the concept of the superposition principle responsible for wave patterns, constructive and destructive interference, and standing waves.
9. Obtain and evaluate information regarding technical devices to describe wave propagation of electromagnetic radiation and compare it to sound propagation.
10. Plan and carry out investigations that evaluate the mathematical explanations of light as related to optical systems.
11. Develop and use models to illustrate electric and magnetic fields, including how each is created, and predict the motion of charged particles in each field and the energy required to move a charge between two points in each field.
12. Use the principles of Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws to design and construct combination circuits using typical components.
Weighted Grading Structure
Required Task / Percentage of GradeDaily/Homework/Quiz / 33.5%
Projects/Tests / 66.5%
Grading Percentage Distribution
Percentage / Grade90-100 / A
80-89 / B
70-79 / C
60-69 / D
Below 60 / F
Physics Chapters
The following chapters will be covered; they correspond with the Alabama High School Graduation Exam and the Alabama Course of Study: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, & 26 Note: The chapters are subject to change by the teacher. End of semester assignments (EOSA) are due on or before the due date. The EOSA will need to be turned in by the end of your class period; points will be deducted anytime after class period. A zero will be given if your EOSA is not turned in by the end of the school day of the due date.
Internet Assignments: Throughout the semester students will be submitting assignments via Google Classroom. To join Google Classroom you will need to download the Google Classroom app on your phone or go to Google Classroom on your computer. When prompted to use your first name.last / password is your last name and lunch number. You will need to join my class if you have already created an account in another teacher’s class. Join my class using the code: cwm58f4
Projects: You will have 2-4 projects to be completed within this semester. Each project will count as two grades: project and test.
Classroom rules and procedures: Classroom rules and procedures are expected to be followed by all students. The behavior and participation of each person will determine the type of learning that will occur. Make sure your behavior does not stop others from learning or the teacher from teaching the class. You determine and are responsible for what you take from this class. Teaching is my right, just as learning is yours; and teaching is my privilege, just as learning is yours.
The Classroom Rules are as follows:
1. Be Responsible
2. Be Respectful
3. Be Resourceful
Supply List
***All supplies are needed by Tuesday, January 10, 2017 . TEST GRADE****
The following items are needed in order to be successful and healthy in my class: (All items can be found at Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Wal-Mart)
1--3 ring spiral tablet (Bell Assignments, reflections, lab information, etc…)
2-Composition notebooks (1 book for daily assignments &
Homework and the other for vocabulary and notes)
1--3-ring binder (to keep bell assignments,
Composition notebooks, and other materials)
1-Ream of Copy Paper
Dividers (2 categories)
Notebook paper
Pencils
Kleenex
2-rolls of clear tape
1-roll of Paper Towels
1-bottle of Hand Soap or hand sanitizer
****This sheet must be kept in your Notebook at all times****
Text Notification of Class Reminders: Text the message @willp17 to the number 81010 for 1st Block Physics
The Calhoun School
Physics
COURSE SYLLABUS
School Term: 2014-2015
STUDENT AND PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTRACT
Please sign legibly below. After you have read the Syllabus, place pages 1-3 in your notebook and return the last page to the instructor.
I, the undersigned, do completely understand and agree to kindly act in accordance with the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______
Student’s Name (print) Student’s Signature Date
I/We, the undersigned, understand all of the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______Parent(s)/Guardian(s) (print) Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Signature Date
The Calhoun School
Physics
COURSE SYLLABUS
School Term: 2014-2015
STUDENT AND PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTRACT
Please sign legibly below. After you have read the Syllabus, place pages 1-3 in your notebook and return the last page to the instructor.
I, the undersigned, do completely understand and agree to kindly act in accordance with the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______
Student’s Name (print) Student’s Signature Date
I/We, the undersigned, understand all of the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) (print) Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Signature Date
The Calhoun School
Physics
COURSE SYLLABUS
School Term: 2014-2015
STUDENT AND PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTRACT
Please sign legibly below. After you have read the Syllabus, place pages 1-3 in your notebook and return the last page to the instructor.
I, the undersigned, do completely understand and agree to kindly act in accordance with the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______
Student’s Name (print) Student’s Signature Date
I/We, the undersigned, understand all of the aforementioned Physics class guidelines.
______
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) (print) Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Signature Date