Science Department Grade 11Advanced Placement , Physics ...

[Pages:2]Dr. GW Williams S. S.

2012/13

York Region District School Board

Science Department

Grade 11Advanced Placement , Physics University Preparation, SPH3U5 (1.0 credit)

Course Prerequisite: Grade 10 Academic Science (SNC2D)

Textbook: DiGiuseppe et al., "Physics 11", Nelson, 2011 (replacement $100.00) Giancoli, Physics 6th Ed., Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2005 (replacement: $150.00)

Teacher: Dr. Park x418 Subject Head: Mr. Lanziner

Course Description

Course Description for SPH3U (Ontario Curriculum 2008) This course develops students' understanding of the basic concepts of physics. Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves and sound; and electricity and magnetism. They will enhance their scientific investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.

Course Description for AP Physics B (The College Board 2007) This course provides a systematic development of the main principles of Physics, emphasizing problem solving and helping students develop a deep understanding of physics concepts. This course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life sciences, premedicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science. This course includes topics in both classical and modern physics in each of the five content areas: Newtonian mechanics, fluid mechanics and thermal physics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics.

Course Units In science students will demonstrate scientific investigation skills in the four areas of skills (initiating and planning, performing and recording, analysing and interpreting, and communicating) and, identify and describe careers related to the fields of science under study, and describe the contributions of scientists to those fields.

The following units of study will be covered:

1. Kinematics 2. Forces

3. Energy And Society

4. Waves and Sound

5. Electricity and Magnetism

Evaluation Breakdown The student will be provided with numerous and varied opportunities to demonstrate achievement in all four categories of knowledge and skills Knowledge/Understanding, Thinking/Investigation, Communication, and Application as indicated below (?5%):

Knowledge/Understanding Thinking/Investigation Communication Application Final Exam and Culminating Activities

40% 10% 10% 10% 20+10%

Knowledge/Understanding Understanding concepts, facts and terms, relationship among concepts. Primarily assessed from tests and/or quizzes

Thinking/Investigation/Communication Design/performance of lab experiments/activities, recording, analysis and interpretation of experimental data, problem solving Effective communication using correct scientific terminology, symbols and units, following instructions for communication or written material May be assessed during performance labs, lab reports, assignments, test, quizzes, presentations, projects and journals

Application Connecting science, technology and the environment May be assessed using assignments, tests, quizzes

Culminating Activities Usually towards the end of a unit a large assignment/lab will be given which summarizes many key ideas of the unit

Exams All categories of assessment may be reflected on the examinations

Learning Skills In addition students will be assessed on their learning skills as listed below. They are NOT included in determining the final percentage grade.

Responsibility

? Complete work with care ? Submit assignments on time ? ;Manage my behaviour ? Prepare for test & quizzes

Organization

? Come to class prepared ? Notebooks tidy & ordered ?Plan ahead & manage time to meet deadlines ? Use an organizer to achieve goals

Independent Work

?Use time effectively during class ?Follow instructions with minimum supervision ?Make use of notes to complete tasks ?Seek assistance after serious effort

Collaboration

?Complete my share of work ?Contribute ideas ? Cooperate & participate with others ? Listen attentively without interrupting

Initiative

?Make up missed work ?Get work before an absence ? Complete work without prompting Demonstrate interest ? Participate in discussions ? Seek assistance

Self-Regulation

? Attend class on time ? Set goals ? Consistent effort to complete work ? Correct homework ? Persist and do not give up easily on class work

Dr. GW Williams S. S.

2012/13

York Region District School Board

Assessment & Evaluation You and your teacher will have many opportunities to review your understanding throughout the course before summative evaluations occur to determine your mark. At the start of a topic you may get a diagnostic questionnaire in order to determine your readiness to learn new material. Throughout a topic you will have many instances of formative feedback in order to help guide you. This feedback may be formal (written comments on your rough draft, practice quizzes, peer & self evaluations) or informal (verbal feedback & coaching). Finally at the end of a topic you may have a summative evaluation (quiz, test, assignment) that will be used to help form your mark.

The AP Physics Exam The AP Physics Exam is written in the month of May of the grade 12 AP Physics year. It is 3 hours long and divided equally between 70-question multiple-choice section and a free-response section. The two sections are weighted equally, and a single grade is reported for the exam. The free-response section will usually contain 6 or 7 questions. Some questions, particularly in the free-response sections, may involve topics from two or more major categories. In general, questions may ask students to:

determine directions of vectors or paths of particles; draw or interpret diagrams; interpret or express physical relationships in graphical form; account for observed phenomena; interpret experimental data, including their limitations and uncertainties; construct and use conceptual models and explain their limitations; explain steps taken to arrive at a result or to predict future physical behaviour manipulate equations that describe physical relationships; obtain reasonable estimates; solve problems that require the determination of physical quantities in either numerical or symbolic form and that may require the application of single or multiple physical concepts

Instructional Strategies A variety of instructional strategies may be used in this course. They may include but are not limited to Socratic notes, laboratory investigations, demonstrations, question & answer, cooperative learning (i.e., Placemats, Jigsaws, Debate, Oral Presentations), simulations, role-playing, technological literacy (internet research, power point presentations), as well as small & large group discussion.

Extra Help Extra help is available from a variety of resources. Some of these resources include fellow students, textbook & handouts, peer mentors and your teacher. Each teacher has his/her own time(s) at which extra help will be available. Your teacher will let you know these times early in the semester. It is essential that you prepare for extra help by reviewing course material regularly. Identify specific items that you do not understand or that need clarification. An entire lesson/unit will not be re-taught during extra help.

Assignment Due Dates You are responsible for providing evidence of your learning within established timelines. You will receive consequences for cheating, plagiarizing, not completing work and submitting work late. These consequences can escalate and result in mark deduction for late assignments up to the full value of the assignment. The due date for each assignment will reflect the complexity of the assignment and allow an appropriate timeframe for its completion.

Extenuating circumstances may warrant an alternative arrangement. In such a case, it is your responsibility to discuss this with your teacher in advance of the deadline. Where there are extenuating circumstances, the decision regarding an extended deadline or an alternative arrangement with the teacher will depend upon course programming. It is expected that most evaluations will be written within two school days upon return to class at a time established by the teacher.

Any late or missed assessment, test or quiz due to truancy will not be accepted for evaluation and a zero assigned.

Classroom Safety Safety procedures must be followed at all times in the science classroom to ensure the well being of students and staff. Failure to follow teacher instructions (during laboratory work OR class time) will result in the removal of the student. A mark of zero may be assigned.

School Contact Information Students may speak directly to the teacher in class (at an appropriate time) or at a time established by the teacher. Parents may contact the teacher by phoning the school at (905) 727-3131 and leaving a message on the teacher's voicemail. The voicemail extension for your teacher is: Dr. Park x418

Advanced Placement Physics 11 Course

The grade 11 Physics course is designated the "pre-AP" course and the grade 12 AP Physics course is designated the "AP" course for official College Board designation purposes. The AP curriculum covers approximately 30% more content than the combined grade 11/12 Physics curriculum as outlined by the Ontario Ministry of Education. Thus, in practice, the grade 11 AP Physics course will present approximately 15% more content than the regular Ontario 11 Physics curriculum. This being the case, it is a absolute requirement that students who have chosen to enrol in the grade 11 AP Physics course understand that they will be expected to participate at a level that will ensure that they are well prepared for the College Board AP Physics Exam in the month of May of their grade 12 AP Physics year.

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