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AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism

Course Name: AP Physics C: Electricity And Magnetism 
Course Type: Advanced Placement (AP)
Delivery Options Available: Online / In Class ( You can only choose one )
Recommended Prerequisite: Calculus-based Physics + Calculus

$999.00

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Course Description For AP Physics C Electricity and Magnetism

AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism is a calculus-based Advanced Placement course that explores electricity and magnetism at the college level. Students study electric charges, electric fields, circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, and Maxwell’s equations. In addition, they use calculus and mathematical models to solve physics problems. Moreover, students complete lab activities, analyze data, and apply their knowledge to real-world situations. Throughout the course, they strengthen their math, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving skills. As a result, students prepare for the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Exam and build a strong foundation for future studies in physics, engineering, and other STEM fields.

Skills You'll Learn

✓ Representing and explaining physical phenomena
✓ Using mathematics to calculate and predict outcomes
✓ Planning experiments and analyzing data
✓ Using evidence to support scientific claims

Course Content

Unit Title Expectations Summary Focus
8 Electric Charges, Fields, and Gauss's Law First, students study Coulomb's law, electric fields, electric flux, symmetry, and Gauss's law. Electric Fields
9 Electric Potential Next, students calculate electric potential for different charge systems. In addition, they apply energy conservation to charged systems. Electric Energy
10 Conductors and Capacitors Then, students study conductors, capacitance, energy storage, dielectrics, and combinations of capacitors. Capacitance
11 Electric Circuits In addition, students study current, resistance, power, Kirchhoff's rules, batteries, resistors, and direct-current circuits. Circuits
12 Magnetic Fields and Electromagnetism After that, students explore magnetic forces, magnetic fields, the Biot-Savart law, and Ampere's law. Magnetism
13 Electromagnetic Induction Furthermore, students study magnetic flux, Faraday's law, Lenz's law, induced emf, inductance, and LR circuits. Induction
Labs AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory Investigations Finally, students plan experiments involving electric and magnetic fields, circuits, and induction. They also analyze data and test physics models. Scientific Practices

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AP Physics C Electricity and Magnetism?

AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism is a calculus-based college-level course that focuses on electricity, magnetism, electric circuits, and electromagnetism, preparing students for advanced STEM studies.

Who should take this course?

This course is ideal for students planning to study physics, engineering, computer science, or other STEM disciplines. Students should have completed or be taking calculus and have a background in mechanics.

What skills will students develop?

Students develop analytical, mathematical, and scientific reasoning skills through calculus-based problem solving, laboratory investigations, and data analysis.

Are there any prerequisites?

Students should have completed a calculus-based Newtonian physics course, such as AP Physics C: Mechanics or equivalent. Calculus should also be completed previously or taken concurrently.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course is typically completed over one academic year and prepares students for the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Exam through rigorous coursework and laboratory investigations.

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