Course title

SC 96

Pre-requisite

Biology, Chemistry or Honors Chemistry, Honors Algebra II

Course description

Part One of a two part course: IB Physics is designed to introduce students to the laws of physics;
the experimental skills required in physics; and the social and historical aspects of physics as an evolving body of human knowledge about nature. Emphasis is placed on experimental design and analysis in order to produce a practical working model of the physical situation. Students will make extensive use of technology to process and communicate information. Mathematical competence in algebra; geometry; and trigonometry is crucial as a prerequisite to IB Physics. Core topics include: measurement; mechanics; thermal physics and properties of matter; waves; electricity and magnetism; and atomic and nuclear physics. Optional topics include: mechanics extension; atomic and nuclear physics extension; energy extension; biomedical physics; historical physics; astrophysics; special and general relativity; or optics. These courses are part of the IB Diploma Programme. NOTE: These are weighted courses. Physical Science

School country

United States

School state

Arizona

School city

Mesa

High school

Westwood High School

School / district Address

63 E. Main St.

School zip code

85201

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

07/26/2016

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

• LPHY
• Physics

Approved date

09/13/2016

Online / Virtual

No