Course Description
Considered to be the most
fundamental of all the sciences,
Physics seeks to understand and
explain the behavior of matter and
energy. Students will recognize that
innumerable phenomena can be
explained by a surprisingly small
collection of related concepts.
AP Physics C is designed to
prepare students to discuss and solve
physics problems at a collegiate
level. The course will also prepare
students for the AP Physics-C:
Mechanics exam given in May.
Since this is a college level
course, a prior physics course is
desired (but not required) for
enrollment. Students must have a
strong background in math, since a
basic understanding of calculus
(differentiation and integration) is
used to derive formulas in the course.
This course uses labs,
discussions, guided inquiry, student
centered learning, and teacher
support to foster the development of
critical thinking skills.
CONTACT INFO
Advanced Placement
Mr. Libuit
Physics-C: Mechanics
Email: Matthew.Libuit@lcps.org
2015-2016
ROOM 610
PHYSICS OFFICE HOURS
Everyday 8:00-8:45 a.m.
4:00-4:30 p.m
*Additional times by appointment
Mr. Matthew Libuit
Dominion High School
21326 Augusta Drive, Sterling, VA 20164
571-434-4400
Supplies: The following items are
Labs (25%): Each unit will have several
required for this course:
1. Agenda
2. Covered textbook (expected to be
at Dominion High School on
Science Days!)
3. Pencil with eraser or pen
4. 1”-2” Binder with dividers (5)
5. Notebook or Loose leaf paper
6. Composition notebook
(Graph paper is preferred)
7. 1-4GB Flash Drive (for lab work)
8. Graphing Calculator
TI-83, TI-84+, or TI-89
Recommended
9. 1 box of Kleenex (Optional but
will be appreciated!)
hands-on labs that will be used as a way to
assess understanding of the concepts and
overall scientific procedures. A formal lab
report will be required for each lab.
Projects (20%): Projects will be
assigned each quarter that incorporates
both literature search and laboratory
investigation of a principle under current
study.
Tentative Topic Schedule
Homework (up to +3%): Students
will be assigned a problem set each class
that will reinforce the conceptual
understanding
and
mathematical
computations.
weighted categories:
Students will also be responsible for
reading and/or watching videos on the
upcoming week’s material.
Tests (30%): At the completion of each
Formative assessments will not be
Grading: Grades are calculated through
unit, the students will take a multiple choice
and free response question test.
Semester 1
- Measurements and Scientific Notation
- Vectors and Scalars
- Kinematics
- Newton’s Laws of Motion
- Conservation of Energy
Semester 2
calculated as part of the student’s grade,
but are important in a student’s mastery of
content material.
- Conservation of Momentum
- Rotational Dynamics
- Equilibrium
- Simple Harmonic Motion
- Gravitation
Late Work:
AP Test (May 9, 2016)
Quizzes (25%): At certain intervals of a
unit, a quiz will be given to assess student
understanding of concepts and the
mathematical relationships.
Tips for Success:
 Attend class!
 Complete assigned homework
the day it is assigned - don’t wait
until the last minute!
 Communicate with me early if
you are experiencing difficulties
with the content.
 Students will receive full credit for
turning in their work on time.
 Once the unit is complete, late work
will be not be accepted.