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 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