Physics AP Level C

PHYSICS, AP Level C: Mechanics (1 period course): This laboratory course is the capstone course in physics for those students planning on majoring in physical sciences or engineering in college.  The subject matter is a yearlong focus on classical calculus-based mechanics.  Students are expected to take the AP Physics C: Mechanics exam in May.  The course culminates with a student designed physics based research project. This course is aligned with the College Board guidelines for AP Physics C.

Full year  (1 period course)

Prerequisite: B in Physics II or an A in Physics I, the recommendation of the previous physics teacher, and the student must have completed or be enrolled concurrently in Calculus AB or Calculus BC.                                                   

Grade Level: 11-12