PHYSICS2013-14

COURSE SYLLABUS

1. TEACHER: Mr. AbbottEmail – ken.abbott@avondale.k12.mi.usPhone – (248) 537-6144Website- www.Mrabbottmath.weebly.comRoom C4

2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: Physics is a branch of science that studies the physical world. It involves physical laws, reasoning, understanding concepts, problem solving, and mathematical skills. It includes a laboratory component that emphasizes the application and relevance of natural phenomena and related laws. This course cover some mathematical tools need for physics, motion, forces, vectors, momentum, gravity, work, energy, waves, light, electricity and magnetism, and nuclear physics.

3. LENGTH OF COURSE: 36 weeks (2 semesters)

4. PREREQUISITE: Algebra 1 (Algebra II and Geometry recommended)

5. TEXT: Physics, Principles and ProblemsPublished by McGraw Hill - Glencoe

6. REFERENCE MATERIALS: Videos/DVD’sMedia Center / Computers / Internet Science Laboratory ActivitiesProjects

7. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: One 1.5 inch 3-ring binder with dividers for Physics onlyNotebook paper for Physics notesPlanner/AgendaCalculatorColoring pencils/Ruler/ProtractorPens/Pencils (No red pens for seatwork or homework)

8. EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Tests (45%) – There will be at least one test per unit of study.There are no retakes on any test, so do your best. Tests will be based on the following material: Approximately 40% from homework, 25% from labs, quizzes, and handouts, 20% from application of the principles learned, and 15% from previous tests.Quizzes (10%) – There will be at least one quiz per unit of study.Quizzes may be announced or unannounced. They may be taken individually, with partners, or as a whole group.Point values for quizzes will vary. Labs / Projects/ Homework (25%) will be assigned with each unit of study. Points earned will vary by project or lab activity.Citizenship and participation (5%) will be earned in class every week (0 to 5 points).Final Semester Exam (15%) – There will be a cumulative final exam worth 15% of the final semester grade. No senior exemptions for 1st semester.

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Other factors affecting grades:Late work –All late work turned in within the appropriate unit of study will be worth 50% of its original value; any assignment turned in after the appropriate unit will be worth 1 point regardless of original point value.Plagiarism and copying – 0 credit, call home, and possible suspension – per AHS Academic Misconduct Policy in your student planner.Missing assignments – If all work is in, the lowest grade ofthe card marking will be dropped from the total percentage.This excludes tests.

9. CLASSROOM POLICIES: Success depends on attitude, commitment, and responsibility.To be successful in this course, coming to class on time, turning work in on time, and showing a polite attitude toward the teacher and fellow classmates are essential. Disruptive behavior will result in a verbal warning, followed by a contact home, followed by a referral to an administrator when necessary.

Absences – When absent, it is the responsibility of the student to obtain missed work from the absent work file located in the back of the classroom. It is also the responsibility of the student to obtain missed notes from a fellow classmate, schedule make up time for a missed lab, or obtain lab data from another classmate prior to completing the lab. The number of days absent equals the number of days allowed for make up work.

Tests – For excused absences, tests can be scheduled for make up after school, before school, or will be distributed in the Academic Center. Make up tests may not be the same as those given in the classroom during the regularly scheduled class and may be more difficult. It is very important to attend class on the day of a test.

Extra Credit – Several opportunities for extra credit will be announced throughout the semester. There are no make up opportunities for extra credit.

Assignments – Some assignments will be due the next day after being assigned in the classroom. Other assignments will be given a specific time and due date. It is important to be responsible and have all assignments turned in on time. Assignments are due at the beginning of the hour.

Grading System – Grades are calculated on a total point system. The grading system is as follows:95-100 A 90-94 A- 87-89 B+ 84-86 B80-83 B- 77-79 C+ 74-76 C 70-73 C- 67-69 D+ 64-66 D 60-63 D- 59 and below E

Food – Food is not allowed in the classroom. The only beverage allowed in the classroom is water. If a medical condition exists where food is necessary during the class period, arrangements with the teacher are necessary. Gum may be chewed, but if seen or heard must be discarded appropriately.

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CD players, music players, head phones, cell phones are not allowed in the classroom. These items may be taken away and given to administration if they are out. If you have them, keep them in your backpack.

10. SAFETY PROCEDURES: Lab Safety – We follow all classroom and laboratory Safety Rules. In addition, I may review specific safety rules as necessary depending on the activity, laboratory, or assignment.Fire Drills – Exit the classroom and turn right. We will be leaving by the back doors at the “T” hallway into the staff parking lot. Move away from the building. Remain as a group and wait until the all clear is given before returning to class.Tornado Drills – Exit through the main door of the classroom to the hallway outside, and sit quietly along the wall.Perimeter lockdown – Remain in the classroom.Emergency lockdown – Remain in the classroom. Stay away from the doors and windows. Your instructor will be turning off the lights and you must be absolutely quiet until the all clear is given.Eyewash – The eyewash station is located in corner of the lab room.

11. HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL: Be here and on timeApply yourself dailyShow responsibility for school materials and equipmentShow respect for other people and their itemsAbide by the rules, regulations, policies and safety proceduresBe prepared for class – bring you stuff daily!Follow directionsBe organizedHave a good attitudeTake advantage of class time to get work doneAsk questions if necessary

12. UNITS OF INSTRUCTION/ COURSE OUTLINE: Attached

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PHYSICS CURRICULUM:

I. UNIT 1 – A MATHEMATICAL TOOLKIT 2 WEEKS

II. UNIT 2 – VELOCITY 2 WEEKS

III. UNIT 3 – ACCELERATION 2 WEEKS

IV. UNIT 4 – NEWTON’S LAWS AND VECTORS 3 WEEKS

V. UNIT 5 – MOTION IN 2-D 2 WEEKS

VI. UNIT 6 – MOMENTUEM 2 WEEKS

VII. UNIT 7 – GRAVITY AND KEPLER’S LAWS 2 WEEKS

VIII. UNIT 8 – ENERGY AND CONSERVATION OF ENERGY 3 WEEKS----------------

End of 1st Semester 18 weeks

IX. UNIT 9 – HEAT, TEMPERATURE, AND EFFICIENCY 2 WEEKS

X. UNIT 10 – WAVES AND VIBRATIONS 2 WEEKS

XI. UNIT 11 – SOUND AND MUSIC 2 WEEKS

XII. UNIT 12 – LIGHTWAVES, COLOR, AND INTERFERENCE 2 WEEKS

XIII. UNIT 13 – FLAT AND CURVED MIRRORS 1.5 WEEKS

XIV. UNIT 14 – REFRACTION AND LENSES 1.5 WEEKS

XV. UNIT 15 – ELECTROSTATICS AND ELECTRIC FIELDS 2 WEEKS

XVI. UNIT 16 – CIRCUIT ELECTRICITY AND ELECTROMAGNETIC 2.5 WEEKS

XVII. UNIT 17 – NUCLEAR REACTIONS 2 WEEKS----------------

End of 2nd Semester 18 weeks

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