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Comparing AP Physics B and C Courses: Algebra vs. Calculus-Based

This guide compares the Algebra-based (AP Physics B) and Calculus-based (AP Physics C) courses, highlighting credit opportunities and exam structures. Newtonian Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, and more are covered, with emphasis on MCQs and free-response questions. Resources like sample exams and teacher guides are available. Teaching AP Physics generally follows the college model after an introductory course, requiring program certification. Instructors are encouraged to be well-prepared before teaching these challenging courses.

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Comparing AP Physics B and C Courses: Algebra vs. Calculus-Based

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  1. AP Physics B & C(updated 12/2010)

  2. Comparing B & C • B = algebra-based course • C = calculus-based course • B offers credit for 108-109 type courses • C offers college credit for 110-111 type courses • 3 = qualified; 4 = well qualified; 5= extremely well qualified

  3. Newtonian Mechanics 35% Fluids &Thermal Physics 15% Electricity & Magnetism 25% Waves & Optics 15% Atomic and Nuclear 10% Semester 1: Newtonian Mechanics 50% Semester 2: Electricity & Magnetism 50% Comparing B & C

  4. AP Exams • B exam = 3 hours long, equally divided between 70 MC questions (no calculator allowed) and 7 free-response questions (calculator allowed) • C exam = two 90-minutes parts, one mechanics and one E&M; separate grades for each; second exam is optional; each section split between 35 MC questions (no calculators) and 3 free-response (calculators allowed)

  5. AP Resources • Sample exams • Sample syllabi • Recommendations for textbooks • Teacher’s guide • Teacher workshops • Released examinations

  6. When to Teach AP Physics • After an introductory course, unless in an extremely gifted situation. AP typically uses the “college model” of instruction. • Only when you as an instructor are ready. • Requires program certification from AP.

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