Advanced Placement-level Physics Courses

P10A, P10B, P10C AP Introductory Physics
This sequence of three courses gives students a firm understanding of the principles and concepts of physics. Topics: mechanics, wave motion, sound, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, relativity, and some highlights of modern physics. Prerequisite: completion of first half of M011 or equivalent. This sequence prepares students to take the Physics B Advanced Placement Exam. Suggested completion time: 1 quarter per course.

P051 Physics C: Mechanics
An introductory calculus-based course in mechanics. Topics: kinematics, vectors, Newton's laws, work and energy principles, rotational dynamics, gravitation, and simple harmonic motion. Prepares students to take the Physics C: Mechanics AP exam. Co-requisite M040 or equivalent.

P053 Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
An introductory calculus-based course in electricity and magnetism. Topics: electric fields and potentials, circuits, magnetism, magnetic induction and AC circuits. Prepares students to take the Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Advanced Placement Exam. Prerequisite M041 or equivalent.