AP Chemistry* (Senior Year)
The Course
Two AP Physics Exams, identified as Physics B and Physics C, are offered. These exams are designed to test student achievement in the Physics B and Physics C courses, as described below. These courses are intended to be representative of courses commonly offered in colleges and universities, but they do not necessarily correspond precisely to courses at any particular institution.
Prerequisites & Goals of ther Course
The AP Physics B course builds on the conceptual understanding attained in the New York State Regents Physics curriculum. This course provides a systematic development of the main principles of physics, emphasizing problem solving and helping students develop a deep understanding of physics concepts. It is assumed that students are familiar with algebra and trigonometry, although some theoretical developments may use basic concepts of calculus. In most colleges, this is a one-year terminal course including a laboratory component and is not the usual preparation for more advanced physics and engineering courses. However, Category B courses often provides a foundation in physics for students in the life sciences, premedicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science. The AP Physics B course is intended to be equivalent to such courses. This is representative of the Regents Physics curriculum that all junior must take.
The AP Physics B course covers the following major areas:
- Mechanics
- Heat & Thermodynamics
- Light and Geometric Optics
- Waves and Sound
- Fluids
- Electricity
- Magnetism
- Atomic and Nuclear Physics
- Quantum Physics
The AP Physics C course builds on the conceptual understanding attained in the New York State Regents Physics curriculum. This course normally forms the college sequence that serves as the foundation in physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. The sequence is parallel to or preceded by mathematics courses that include calculus. Methods of calculus are used in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems. The sequence is more intensive and analytic than the AP Physics B course. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a variety of challenging problems, some requiring calculus, as well as continuing to develop a deep understanding of physics concepts. A Category C sequence may be a very intensive one-year course in college but often will extend over one and one-half to two years, and a laboratory component is also included.
The AP Physics C course covers the following major areas:
- Mechanics
- Electricity and Magnetism
* Students who take this course will receive 4 college credits (per term / 8 credits total) via the St. John’s College Extension program.
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* Denotes college credit granted via the St. John's College Extension Program.
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