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Physics Class

Physics Class. With Mr. Wick. The study of energy and it’s interaction with matter In other words ….. Everything is Physics!. What is Physics?. The laws and principles of physics govern the entire universe, from atoms to stars A new perspective of the everyday world can be attained

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Physics Class

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  1. Physics Class With Mr. Wick

  2. The study of energy and it’s interaction with matter In other words ….. Everything is Physics! What is Physics?

  3. The laws and principles of physics govern the entire universe, from atoms to stars A new perspective of the everyday world can be attained Is it magic? or science? Why Study Physics?

  4. Safety Scientific notation Significant Figures Metric system and conversions 1-d Kinematic motion Trigonometry 2-d Kinematic motion Forces Newton’s laws Momentum Work Energy Power Gravity Waves Sound Light Electricity Topics to be Studied

  5. Physics Engineering Chemistry Forensic Science Biology Geology Astronomy Meteorology Mathematics Majors in College

  6. Careers • Research / Development • Crime • Energy • Invention • Medicine • Transportation • Military • Education • Teacher • Professor

  7. Organization Equation sheet Letter meaning Capitol vs. lowercase letters Sign convention Conversions Significant figures Clear handwriting Baby steps Tips for Success in Physics

  8. Solid math skills Study for tests Do not fall behind Make connections Do extra credit Behave in class Record all Warm-ups Ask for help if necessary Attend connection period Practice, practice, practice! Do your Homework! Tips for Success in Physics

  9. Read the problem very carefully List your “knowns” with correct units Choose an appropriate equation Plug and Chug List Final answer using -Correct Units and Significant Figures Point Value (5 total) List knowns (1pt) Write Equation (1pt) Show correct math work (1pt) Correct Final answer-numerically (1pt) Final answer with appropriate units and significant figures (1pt) Steps to Solve any Physics Problem (baby steps)

  10. Mostly based on test grades Some Homework Warm-up notebooks Labs Extra credit Grades

  11. Mostly math-based word problems Some multiple choice Some fill-in-the-blank Partial credit assigned to word problems Practice test for every exam Make-up exams within a week of return to classes One sheet of notes allowed on tests Occasional CRTs Not for a grade Tests (100 pts)

  12. Most homework is NOT graded Random homework will be collected throughout the year for credit Late Policy: Accepted up to 2 days after due for full credit No credit after 2 days Homework (10 – 25 pts)

  13. Work according to safety rules Follow all procedures correctly Stay on task (participation points) Lab write-ups required for most labs Make-up labs due by next connection period Labs (10-30 pts)

  14. Warm-ups (50 pts) • At the beginning of almost every class, a warm-up question will be on the side board • Paraphrase the warm-up question in your notebook with your complete answer • Notebooks will be collected and graded throughout the year

  15. Participation (1-25 pts) • Participation points will be given randomly throughout the year • Working effectively • Paying attention during videos • Working well with lab group • Asking questions

  16. Volunteer to solve and describe problems on board Special physics related projects 1 page Summary of recent physics related article with copy of article Random questions Extra Credit (1 -20 pts)

  17. Preview of day on front board Warm-up question on side board Review of prior homework, tests, etc. Lecture using power point Preview next class A Typical Day in Physics Class

  18. Western Illinois University – Physics Hobbies: MX BMX Renewable energy and conservation Vintage bicycles, motorcycles, and other antiques Outdoors Mr. Wick

  19. In the End • Work hard and practice • Stay organized (baby steps and equation sheet) • Do all homework and labs showing complete work • Mutual respect • Ask questions • Spark an interest • Enjoy the class!

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