College Physics PHYS 103 Mechanics
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Regents Physics Topics
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Math Review, factor-label, algebra, sig.
figs, accuracy, precision, vector, scalar
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Ch. 2
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Linear motion, velocity, acceleration,
graphs, free fall
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Ch.3 & 4
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Vector resultants, vector components, trig,
simple projectiles
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Ch. 6 & 7.1
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Projectiles with angles,
Newton
’s laws, net force, equilibrium, force vectors
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Ch. 7.1, Ch 5
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Universal gravitation, friction,
coefficient of friction
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Ch. 8, Ch. 5.2
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Centripetal force, force types, inverse
square relationships
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Ch. 7.2
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Impulse & momentum, conservation of
momentum, collisions, traffic safety
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Ch. 9, Ch. 11.2
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Spring energy and constant k, work,
systems, power
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Ch. 10
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Work & friction, conservation of
energy, pendulums, energy conversions/transformations, PE, KE
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Ch. 10.1, Ch 11
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Total energy, review for midterm, MID TERM
EXAM
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Charge, point sources, fields, energy,
coulomb’s law
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Ch. 20 & 21
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Resistance and factors of L, A, T, and
resistivity, conductors vs. resistors, Ohm’s Law
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Ch. 22
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Series circuits, parallel circuits, V, I,
R, P, energy
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Ch. 23
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Magnetic fields, Oscillators, Waves, E-M
waves, mechanical waves, wave characteristics, boundary
behavior, reflection, transmission, refraction, absorption
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Ch. 24, Ch. 14.1,
Ch 17.1
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Refraction, index of refraction, wave
speed, wave energy, diffraction,
interference & superposition
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Ch 17.2, Ch. 19
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Resonance, Doppler shift, DeBroglie,
light as particles, photon energy, work function, photoelectric
effect
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Ch. 27
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Quantization,
energy levels in atoms, mass-energy and charge conservation,
standard model of particle physics
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Ch. 28, Ch. 30.2
Review book
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Atomic structure determines all
characteristics and interactions in universe, E=mc2
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Review book
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Standard One-
Analysis,
Inquiry & Design
Mathematical Analysis
- Use algebraic and
geometric representations to describe and compare data.
- Use scaled diagrams to
represent and manipulate vector quantities.
- Represent physical
quantities in graphical form.
- Construct graphs of
real-world data.
- Manipulate equations to
solve for unknowns.
- Use dimensional analysis
to confirm algebraic solutions.
- Interpret graphs of real
world data to determine the mathematical relationship between the
variables.
- Explain the physical
relevance of properties of a graphical representation of real world
data, e.g. slope, intercepts, area under the curve.
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Scientific Inquiry
- Develop extended visual
models and mathematical formulations to represent an understanding
of natural phenomena.
- Clarify ideas through
reasoning, research, and discussion.
- Evaluate competing
explanations and overcome misconceptions.
- Devise ways of making
observations to test proposed explanations.
- Design an experiment to
investigate the relationship between physical phenomena.
- Refine research ideas
through library investigations, including electronic information
retrieval and reviews of the literature, and through peer feedback
obtained from review and discussion.
- Develop and present
proposals including formal hypotheses to test explanations; i.e.,
predict what should be observed under specific conditions if the
explanations true.
- Carry out research plan
for testing explanations, including selecting and developing
techniques, acquiring and building apparatus, and recording
observations as necessary.
- Use various means of
representing and organizing observations (e.g.; diagrams, tables,
charts, graphs, equations, and matrices) and insightfully interpret
the organized data.
- Use appropriate methods
to present scientific information (e.g., lab reports, posters,
research papers, or multimedia presentations).
- Identify possible
sources of error in data collection and explain their effects on
experimental results.
- Apply statistical
analysis techniques when appropriate to test if chance alone
explains the result.
- Examine collected data
to evaluate the reliability of experimental results, including
percent error, range, standard deviation, line of best fit, and the
use of the correct number of significant digits.
- Assess correspondence
between the predicted result contained in the hypothesis and the
actual result, and reach a conclusion as to whether or not the
explanation on which the prediction was based was supported.
- Based on results of the
test and through public discussion (which may include lab partners,
lab groups, classes, etc.) they revise the explanation and
contemplate additional research.
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Engineering
Design
- Initiate and carry out
thorough investigation of an unfamiliar situation and identify needs
and opportunities for technological invention or innovation.
- Identify, locate, and
use a wide range of information resources, and document through
notes and sketches how findings relate to problem.
- Generate creative
solutions, break ideas into significant functional elements, and
explore possible refinements; predict possible outcomes, using
mathematical and functional modeling techniques; choose the optimal
solution to the problem, clearly documenting ideas against design
criteria and constraints; and explain how human understandings,
economics, ergonomics, and environmental considerations have
influenced the solution.
- Develop work schedules
and working plans which include optimal use and cost of materials,
processes, time, and expertise; construct a model of the solution,
incorporating developmental modifications while working with a high
degree of quality (craftsmanship).
- Devise a test of the
solution according to design criteria and perform the test; record,
portray, and logically evaluate performance test results through
quantitative, graphic, and verbal means. Use a variety of
creative verbal and graphic techniques effectively and persuasively
to present conclusions, predict impacts and new problems, and
suggest and pursue modifications.
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Standard
Two- Information Systems
Students will access,
generate, process, and transfer information, using appropriate
technologies.
- Understand and use the
more advanced features of word processing, spreadsheets, and data
base software.
- Prepare multimedia
presentations demonstrating a clear sense of audience and purpose.
- Extend knowledge of
physical phenomena through independent investigation, e.g.;
literature review, electronic resources, library research.
- Use appropriate
technology to gather experimental data, develop models, and present
results.
- Access, select, collate,
and analyze information obtained from a wide variety of sources such
as research databases, foundations, organizations, national
libraries, and electronic communication networks, including the
Internet.
- Use knowledge of physics
to evaluate articles in the popular press on contemporary scientific
topics.
- Utilize electronic
networks to share information.
- Model solutions to a
range of problems in mathematics, science, and technology, using
computer simulation software.
- Use software to model
and extend classroom and laboratory experiences, recognizing the
differences between the model used for understanding and real world
behavior.
- Have knowledge of the
impacts and limitations of information systems essential to its
effective and ethical use.
- Recognize that
information technology can have positive and negative impacts on
society, depending on how it is used.
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Standard
Six- Interconnectedness:Common Themes
Students will understand
the relationships and common themes that connect mathematics, science,
and technology and apply the themes to these and other areas.
Systems Thinking
- Define boundary
conditions when doing systems analysis to determine what influences
a system and how it behaves.
Models
- Revise a model to create
a more complete or improved representation of the system.
- Collect information
about the behavior of a system and use modeling tools to represent
the operation of the system.
- Observations of behavior
of a system can be used to develop a model.
- Find and use
mathematical models that behave in the same manner as the processes
under investigation.
- Physical and
mathematical models represent behavior of real world systems.
- Compare predictions to
actual observations, using test models.
- Experimental data can be
collected to either validate or reject a model.
- A model can be used to
predict the behavior of a system.
Magnitude
and Scale
- Describe the effects of
changes in scale on the functioning of physical, biological, or
designed systems.
- Extend their use of
powers of ten notation to understanding the exponential function and
performing operations with exponential factors.
- Orders of magnitude are
used to estimate quantitative results.
- Scientific notation is
used to simplify calculations.
Equilibrium
and Stability
- Describe specific
instances of how disturbances might effect a system's equilibrium,
from a small disturbances that do not upset the equilibrium to
larger disturbances (threshold level) that cause the system to
become unstable.
- Cite specific examples
of how dynamic equilibrium is achieved by equality of change in
opposing directions.
Patterns
of Change
- Use sophisticated
mathematical models, such as graphs and equations of various
algebraic or trigonometric functions.
- Mathematical models such
as graphs and equations can be used to predict the behavior of
physical systems.
- Search for multiple
trends when analyzing data for patterns, and identify data that do
not fit the trends.
- Patterns can be deduced
from the organization and presentation of the data.
- Patterns in data can be
used to identify and develop models.
Optimization
- Determine optimal
solutions to problems that can be solved using quantitative methods.
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Standard 7-
Interdisciplinary Problem Solving
Students will apply the
knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to
address real life problems and make informed decisions.
Connections
- Physics can be used in
solving problems on many scales, e.g.; local, national, and global.
- Scientific methodology
is used to solve real world problems.
Strategies
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