Description

This course will help students make the jump from the AP Physics 1 class to the necessary problem-solving skills required for competitions. The program will consist of weekly lectures adding to prior knowledge of the unit with assignments comprising problems from different textbooks and past F=ma exams. Prior knowledge of AP Physics 1 is recommended. The course is recommended for those interested in making the jump from school physics to competing in competitions. While students who have prior experience for physics competitions may gain from these classes, it may not be as efficient.

Syllabus

1. Mathematical Techniques
2. Relative Motion
3. 2D Kinematics
4. Newton's Laws of Motion (Without Friction)
5. Newton's Laws of Motion (With Friction)
6. Circular Motion, Work and Energy Part 1
7. Work and Energy Part 2
8. Center of Mass, Momentum
9. Simple Harmonic Motion
10. Rotational Motion Part 1
11. Rotational Motion Part 2
12. Gravitation and Fluid Dynamics