HONORS PHYSICS

GRADE LEVEL - ELEVEN AND TWELVE APRIL - 2007

PREPARED BY: ROBERT WELDON

GRADE LEVEL1 11 AND 12

PRIMARY TEXTBOOK:

PHYSICS - PRINCIPLES AND PROBLEMS

PUBLICATION DATE: 2005

SUPPLEMENTARY TEXT:

LABORATORY PHYSICS MERRILL. 2005

STUDY GUIDE TO PHYSICS MERRILL. 2005

VOCABULARY PHYSICS MERRILL. 2005

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

DAYS

ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

EQUIPMENT

NJCCCS

(S-standard)

ASSESSMENT

1. DEFINING PHYSICS

a. Define; the goals

and range of the

field of Physics.

b. Review the

Scientific

method in terms

of Physics

c. Review safety

procedures and

class require-

ments for

performing and

presenting

experiments

d. Research

Writing

Discussion:

Explain the areas of study in physics

and the professions associated with

these areas of study.

Lab: Falling

Review:

Steps in the Scientific Method and the

need to be innovative.

Demonstration:

Example experiment, with examples of

what to do and not to do in experimental

procedures and presentations.

Lab Demo.: Density Change with Heat

Discussion:

How to write a Science Research paper.

Video

"Opening The

Wide Window

To The World"

Video

"Lab Safety"

Internet

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C

Lab Report

Lab Safety Quiz

Lab Report

Report: one due every marking period

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ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

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NJCCCS

ASSESSMENT

2. MATH: THE LANGUAGE

OF PHYSICS.

a. Evaluation of basic

physics oriented math

skills.

b. Review of the

mathematics to the

International System

of Measurements.

c. An understanding of

the uncertainties in

measuring and how to

control the

mathematical effects.

d. Review of graphing

techniques and

predicting

mathematical

relationships based on

graph shape.

e. Review of equation

solving with Algebra

and correct terms.

Discussion:

Using Scientific Notation to solve Metric

problems in arithmetic operations.

Discussion:

Defining of an operation with accuracy,

precision, significant digits, and scientific notation

H.W.: Section Problems, Sec.1-1

Demonstration:

Broken Ruler

Review:

Scientific Method

Lab: Measurement

H.W.: Section Problems, Sec.1-2

Discussion:

Review of linear, quadratic and inverse

relationships.

Comp. Lab: Hook’s Law

Review:

Practice Drill

Solving equations with variables using

terms only

H.W.: Section Problems 1-3

Test: Basic Physics Math

Computer Graphing

Comp. Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Graph Worksheets

Homework Quiz

Lab Worksheet

Homework Quiz

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

DAYS

ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

EQUIPMENT

NJCCCS

ASSESSMENT

3. MOTION OF AN

OBJECT

a. An understanding

of the concept of

"frame of reference"

and how it applies

to motion.

b. The ability to find

velocity from

distance and time,

by graph or

equation.

c. Understanding types and variables of velocity.

Discussion:

1. Train

2. Astronaut

3. Geo-syncronis

4. Motion Diagrams

H.W.: Sec. Prob. 2-1

Discussion :

Coordinate system and time
Position and Time

H.W.: Sec. Prob. 2-2 & 2-3

Lab: Motion

Discussion:

1. Positive and Negative

Velocities

2. Speed vs. Velocity

3. Instantaneous Velocity

vs. Avg. Velocity

and Relative Velocity
H.W.: Sec. Prob. 2-4

Comp. Lab: Velocity

Review: Motion of an object

Test: Motion

Computer Simulation

Film Loop: "sail Boat*

Comp. Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Lab Worksheets

Homework Quiz Test

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(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

4. MOTION OF AN

ACCELERATING

OBJECT

a. Obtaining a

working definition

of acceleration.

b. An understanding of

motion during

constant or

uniformed

acceleration.

Discussion:

Positive and Negative acceleration

1. The meaning of average.

2. The base formula for acceleration.

3. How to derive formulas from base

formulas.

4. How to manipulate equations to
obtain the wanted variable.

5. Predicting acceleration from graphs.

H.W. : Sec. Prob., Sec 3-1

Discussion:

Acceleration problems with constant motion

H.W. : Sec. Prob. Sec. 3-2

Lab: Car and Ball

Comp. Lab.: Acceleration

Test: Acceleration

Film Loop:

"Velocity and

Acceleration"

Film Loop:

"Measuring Velocity in Free Fall-Computer Graphing

Video

“Newton – The Mind That Found The Future”

Comp. Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Lab Worksheets

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

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ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

5. A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF FORCES

a. defining forces in a nonmathematical way

b. a general understanding of the mathematical applications of Newton’s three laws

Discussion

movement in space vs. movement on Earth
defining force, kinematics, dynamics, and Newton’s Laws

H.W. : Sec. Prob., Sec. 4-1

Discussion:

1. Applying Newton’s 2^nd Law in mathematical terms

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 4-2

Discussion:

2. 1. Applying Newton’s 3^rd Law in mathematical terms

H.W.: Sec. prob., Sec 4-3

Comp. Lab.: Forces

Lab: The elevator ride

Test: Force

Comp. Simulation.

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.2

Lab Worksheets

Lab Report

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

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(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

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ASSESSMENT

6. TWO DIMENSIONAL

VECTOR

MATHEMATICS

a. An understanding

of addition in two

dimensions by

graphing.

b. A comparison of

analytical methods

of vector components and vector addition

to graphing

methods.

c. Introduction of friction.

d. An understanding

of the use of

component vectors

in daily problem

solving.

Review:

Scalar vs. Vector

Examples:

1. "Person Walking - Part 1"

2. "Person Walking- Part 2"

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 5-1

Discussion:

1. Types of Friction

2. Mathematical application of friction.

H.W. Sec. Prob., Sec.5-2

Discussion:

1. Equilibrium forces and inclined planes

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 5-3

Lab: Inclined Planes

Test: Two Dimensional Math

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.2 & B.3

Lab. Report

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

DAYS

ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

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NJCCCS

ASSESSMENT

7. PROJECTILE MOTION

a. Introduction to

projectile motion.

b. Understanding of

the trajectory of

objects launched

at an angle.

c. Introduction to

periodic motion,

and Simple

Harmonic Motion

D. Introduction to relative velocity

Discussion:

1. "Falling straight vs. throwing straight."

2. Controlling angular launches.

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec 6-1

Discussion:

1. Launching orbital satellites

2.Designing the best wrench

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec 6-2

Discussion:

True motion vs. apparent motion

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec 6-3

Comp. Lab: Trajectory

Test: Projectile Motion

Film Loop: "Projectile Fired Vertically"

Video: 'A Sporting Chance"

Video: "Apollo 13"

Computer Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.2

Homework Quiz

Worksheet

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

DAYS

ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

8. Universal Gravity

a. Introduction to

Kepler's law of

Planetary Motion.

b. An examination of

the development of

the Newtonian

understanding of

Universal Gravity.

c. An examination of

the motion of the

planets using

Universal Gravity.

d. A general

understanding of

weightlessness,

gravitational fields

and Einstein's

Theory of Gravity.

Discussion:

1. Kepler's proportions

2. Inverse Square Law

3. Newton and Universal Gravity

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec 7-1

Comp. Lab:

1. "The Orbit"

2. "Weight in Near Vacuum"

Discussion:

1. Satellites

2. Planetary orbits

Discussion:

1. Weightlessness vs. zero gravity

2. Force Fields

3. The Ant Lion

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 7-2

Test: Universal Gravity

Computer Graphics

Film Loop: 'Jupiter Satellite Orbit'

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.3

Homework Quiz Lab Report

Homework Quiz

Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

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(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

9. Introduction to Rotational Motion

Understanding of the mathematics of Rotational motion

Introduction to

rotational dynamics

c. Introduction to rotational equilibrium

Discussion:

Angular vs. Linear motion

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 8-1

Discussion:

1. Rotational Dynamics, torque, and the moment of inertia

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 8-2

Discussion:

1. Equilibrium and the center of mass

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 8-3

Lab: Translational and Rotational Equilibrium

Test: Rotational Motion

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.3

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Test

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(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

10. MOMENTUM AND

CONSERVATION

a. Introduction to

the concept of

momentum

b. Understanding of

the concept of the

conservation of

momentum.

Discussion:

1. Defining momentum

2. Gaining momentum

3. Angular Momentum

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 9-1

Discussion:

1.Total momentum

2. Transfer of momentum

3.External vs. Internal forces

4. Conservation of momentum
Example Problem: pgs. 185,188,190

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 9-2

Lab.: "The Explosion"

Comp. Lab: Momentum

Test: Momentum and Conservation

Film Loops:

"One Dimensional

Collisions-1"

"One Dimensional Collisions-11"

Computer Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1 to A.2 & B.3

Homework Quiz

Lab Report

Lab worksheets

Test2

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

DAYS

ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

TECHNOLOGY/

EQUIPMENT

NJCCCS

ASSESSMENT

11. WORK, ENERGY,

AND SIMPLE MACHINES

a. Introduction to

work and energy.

b. An understanding

of machines.

DISCUSSION

1. Definition of work

2. Net work vs. Instantaneous work

3. Work as a function of force and

distance

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec 10-1

Lab: "Your Power"

Discussion:

1. Simple machines vs.
compound machines

2. Mechanical advantage and
efficiency

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec. 10-2

Test: Work

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1, A.2, A.6, & B.1 to B.3

Homework Quiz Lab Report

Homework Quiz Test

TOPIC OBJECTIVES

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ACTIVITIES

(labs, lectures, demonstrations, homework

projects, etc.)

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ASSESSMENT

12. Energy

a. A general understanding of the forms of energy and the mathematical equations for calculating Kinetic Energy.

b. Introduction to Potential Energy in terms of Kinetic Energy and Total Energy.

c. A general understanding of Conservation of Energy

Discussion:

1. Define: Kinetic energy, potential

energy and radiant energy

2. Kinetic energy as related to work.
H.W.: Sec. Prob., Kinetic Energy Prob. Sec. 11-1

Discussion:

1. Total Energy

2. Potential energy as a function of
mass, gravity and height,
(reference level), elasticity.

3. Rest Energy

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Potential Energy Sec. 11-1

Comp. Lab: Energy

Discussion:

1. Falling Bail

2. Pendulum

3. Elastic vs. Inelastic collisions

H.W.: Sec. Prob., Sec.11-2

Lab: Total Energy

Test: Energy

Film Loop: "Measuring Energy"

Computer Graphing

Computer Simulation

S-5.1, A to C, S-5.2 A & B,5.4 A to C, 5.3 A to D, S-5.7 A.1, A.2, A.6 & B.1 to B.3

Homework Quiz