Physics

This year-long Physics course introduces students to the fundamental principles that govern the physical world. Designed for high school students, the course emphasizes both conceptual understanding and practical application, using mathematical reasoning, hands-on experiments, and real-world examples. Students will explore how and why objects move, interact, and respond to forces, gaining a deeper appreciation for the God ordained laws of nature that shape our universe.

Course Topics Include:

Introduction to Physics and Scientific Methods

1. • Measurement and units
     
     

   • Precision, accuracy, and error analysis
     
     

   • Scientific inquiry and problem-solving techniques
     
     

Kinematics

1. • Motion in one and two dimensions
     
     

   • Speed, velocity, and acceleration
     
     

   • Graphical analysis of motion
     
     

Dynamics (Forces and Newton’s Laws)

1. • Newton’s three laws of motion
     
     

   • Free-body diagrams
     
     

   • Friction, tension, and normal forces
     
     

Work, Energy, and Power

1. • Kinetic and potential energy
     
     

   • Work-energy theorem
     
     

   • Conservation of energy
     
     

   • Power and efficiency
     
     

Momentum and Collisions

1. • Linear momentum and impulse
     
     

   • Conservation of momentum
     
     

   • Elastic and inelastic collisions
     
     

Circular Motion and Gravitation

1. • Uniform circular motion
     
     

   • Centripetal force
     
     

   • Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation
     
     

Waves and Sound

1. • Properties of waves (frequency, wavelength, amplitude)
     
     

   • Sound waves and the Doppler effect
     
     

   • Reflection, refraction, and interference
     
     

Electricity and Magnetism

1. • Electric charge and static electricity
     
     

   • Electric circuits (Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits)
     
     

   • Magnetism and electromagnetism
     
     

Light and Optics

1. • Nature of light
     
     

   • Reflection, refraction, and lenses
     
     

   • Wave-particle duality
     
     

Course Components:

• Laboratory experiments and reports
  
  

• Problem-solving sessions
  
  

• Quizzes, tests, and projects
  
  

• Final exam or culminating assessment
  
  

By the end of the course, students will be equipped with foundational knowledge in physics and critical thinking skills that prepare them for further study in science, engineering, or related fields.

Course Requirements:

The class will use Berean Builders "Discovering Design with Physics" ($69).  Students should have completed one year of high school algebra and be finished with or taking geometry. Knowledge of sine, cosine, and tangent is useful.

Course class times and cost:

Physics class will be at 9:30 am - 12 noon on Tuesdays at Covenant Home School Resource Center (CHSRC) located at 2940 W Bethany Home Road in Phoenix, AZ.

The cost for the course is $110/month.  The tuition cost covers all lab supplies and class materials that will be used.  CHSRC requires all students to pay a non-refundable $100 registration fee.   (The CHSRC registration fee is $100 per student, regardless of the number of classes taken. This fee supports administrative services and provides student insurance coverage while on campus.  Parents will be automatically added to CHSRC’s email list. CHSRC values your privacy and will never sell or share your information.)  The class size is limited to a maximum of 15 students.  Dukes Educational Services takes payment through this site, Zelle, cash and is a certified AZ ESA educational provider with a ClassWallet account.

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