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AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
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Course Description For AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based is a rigorous, full-year introductory course equivalent to a first-semester college-level physics class. Students explore Newtonian mechanics, energy, momentum, rotational motion, oscillations, and fluids through inquiry-based investigations, mathematical modeling, and laboratory experiments. In addition, they strengthen analytical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving skills. As a result, students build a strong foundation for the AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based Exam and future STEM studies.
Skills You'll Learn
Course Content
| Unit | Title | Expectations Summary | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kinematics | Students describe motion using position, velocity, acceleration, graphs, equations, and motion diagrams in one and two dimensions. | Motion |
| 2 | Force and Translational Dynamics | Students apply Newton's laws, free-body diagrams, friction, tension, and system models to explain changes in motion. | Forces |
| 3 | Work, Energy, and Power | Students analyze work, kinetic and potential energy, conservation of energy, power, and energy transfer in physical systems. | Energy |
| 4 | Linear Momentum | Students investigate impulse, momentum, conservation of momentum, collisions, and center-of-mass reasoning. | Momentum |
| 5 | Torque and Rotational Dynamics | Students study torque, rotational equilibrium, angular acceleration, rotational inertia, and Newton's second law for rotation. | Rotation |
| 6 | Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems | Students connect rotational kinetic energy, angular momentum, rolling motion, conservation laws, and rotational work. | Rotational Systems |
| 7 | Oscillations | Students analyze periodic motion, springs, pendulums, simple harmonic motion, energy in oscillating systems, and graphical models. | Oscillations |
| 8 | Fluids | Students study density, pressure, buoyancy, fluid flow, continuity, and Bernoulli-style reasoning in fluid systems. | Fluids |
| Labs | AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based Laboratory Investigations | Students design experiments, analyze uncertainty, collect and graph data, evaluate models, and communicate evidence-based conclusions. | Scientific Practices |
Frequently Asked Questions
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based is an introductory algebra-based, college-level physics course that explores mechanics, energy, forces, waves, and fluids through inquiry-based learning and laboratory investigations.
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based is ideal for students interested in science, engineering, technology, or other STEM fields. Students should have completed Geometry and be taking Algebra II or an equivalent mathematics course.
Students develop critical thinking, scientific reasoning, data analysis, and problem-solving skills. They also learn to design experiments and apply physics concepts to real-world situations.
Yes. Students should have completed Geometry and be enrolled in Algebra II or an equivalent mathematics course.
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based is typically completed over one academic year. Students also receive ongoing AP-style practice and exam preparation throughout the course.
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