Physics Curriculum Overview
Major Topics
Objectives:
1. Create a new paradigm for teaching physics efficiently using the two basic laws of
science which define every interaction of Matter and Energy: (1) Conservation of Matter
and Energy and (2) Increasing Entropy/Disorder.
2. Use these two laws and history to show that these laws of science are not only
universal but they come from Divine acts in history a short time ago, the Creation of the
Universe and the Fall of Man.
3. Teach students to solve the same type of problems found in public school textbooks
using these laws with problems sections, answers sections and exams.
4. Contrast the two contrasting world views-Divine creationism and atheistic naturalism.
5. Show the superiority and reality of the biblical creationism in working with the science
and in living for eternity.
I. The Most Basic Laws of Science: Basis of Physics
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The Natural Universe has only (1) Matter and (2) Energy.
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The Two Most Basic Laws of Science, although first
thermodynamics, define every interaction of Matter and Energy:
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1. The Quantity Law-Conservation of Matter and Energy
There is always the same quantity of Matter and Energy before and after every
interaction of Matter and Energy. The quantity of Matter and Energy in the Universe is
always constant.
2. The Quality Law-Increasing Entropy (Disorder)
There is always more disorder of the Matter and Energy after an interaction than
before. The quality (order) of Matter and Energy in the Universe always decreases.
These two laws are the king and queen of science. These two laws can be used of any
sized systems except infinite ones. All other laws of science including biological and
chemical interactions are subdivisions of these two laws. Albert Einstein believed that
the second law is the most important law of science.
II.
Introduction to Physics
1. History of Science and Physics-Creationist to Naturalist in 1800s
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Creationist-Assumes God created Universe with rational laws, science is to
discover those laws.
Naturalist-Assumes no God, science is to discover laws on how Universe
originated and ordered itself and life without God.
Atheistic Hegelian dialectic from early 1800s provided the philosophical
basis with no absolutes for modern naturalism.
2. History of Classical Physics-Creationist origins
Kepler-Heliocentric Solar system
Gallileo-Classical Relativity
Newton-Conservation of Momentum (mv)-Forces
Leibnitz-Conservation of Energy (1/2
Maxwell-Electromagnetism-Faraday, Gauss, Ampere, Orestad
Lord Kelvin-Two Laws of Thermodynamics-Helmholtz, Clausius,
3. History of Transition from Classical Physics to Modern Physics
Lorentz-Lorentz Transforms
Mach-Mach’s Principle
4. History of Modern Physics-Atheistic Origins
Einstein-Theories of Relativity
Bohr-Quantum Physics (Copenhagen)-Schrodinger, Heisenberg, Born
Hoyle, Hawkings,
Multiverses
etc.-Modern
Cosmology-Black
hole,
Big
Bang,
String and Superstring Theory
Grand Unified Theories (GUTs)
5. Define Concepts:
Concepts: Science (Quest for principles that govern all Matter and Energy
Interactions), Matter (Mass vs. Electric charge, Velocity)-Substance of
Universe, Energy-Action of Universe, Time and Space (Independent and
Linear), Temperature (measured from absolute zero Kelvin), Pressure
(measured from an absolute vacuum), Units of Measurements (Dimensions,
Standards, different systems-especially SI, conversions between systems),
Relative Frames of Reference (Inertial-Constant Velocity, Accelerating,
Gravitational), Matter Motion (No velocity, Velocity and Acceleration),
Vectors, Derivatives of Energy and Matter (forces and momentum).
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6. Methodology of Science
Three Stages of Scientific Methodology: Hypothesis, Theory, and Law
Hypothesis: Concept that need theoretical basis
Theory: Theoretical Proof by Induction, Deduction, or Combination of Both
Law: Theory proven extensively, without exception, by the Scientific
Method and must be falsifiable, as well as provable, by the Scientific
Method.
Scientific Method-Experimental Proof-Given the same conditions, then the
Universe, acting on absolute principles, always gives the same results.
Examples; gravity (theoretical and experimental proof), cold fusion
(theoretical but no experimental proof), and evolution/perpetual motion
machine (no theoretical and no experimental proof).
7. Development of Two Laws of Science in 1800s
Comprehensive of all Matter and Energy Interactions (Domain of Science)
Comprehensive of all Laws of Science and Physics
8. Origin of Laws:
1st Law- Law of Creation-Genesis 1-2-Ideal laws;
2nd Law-Law of Fall-Genesis 3-Non-ideal, non-perpetual
motion laws
9. Relation to Mathematics-1st Law of Conservation of Quantity
2nd Law of Probabilities and Statistics
Estimating by orders of magnitude
III.
Matter
1. Periodic Chart of Elements
Inert Gases, Periods, Families, Orbits, Trends
electronegativity, reactivity, physical properties, etc.)
(Atomic
size,
2. Atomic Structure of Matter
Conflict of Classical (Defined Boundaries) and Modern Quantum (Wave
Equation)
Bohr Model , Quantum Physics, Lucas-Bergmann Model
3. Quantity of Matter
Mass-Constant-Newton and Relativistic Change-Modern
Mass-Relativistic
Supercolliders
Change
with
velocity-Particle
Accelerators,
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Electric Charge-No Relativistic Change
E=
(Interconversion of Mass and Energy)
4. Concepts of Matter
Mass (Inertial, Gravitational, Electric charge), E=
(Interconversion of
mass and energy), Velocity Relativistic Mass Effect, and Mass Forces
IV.
Energy
1. Define Energy
Free Energy, quantitatively separate from the subatomic electric charged
particles in matter, above
K, absolute zero degrees temperature can be
(1) internal atomic energy-enthalpy in matter, (2) kinetic energy of matter,
(3) field energy (electric, magnetic, gravitational) from matter, and (4) wave
energy.
2. Contrast Matter and Energy
Classical-Matter consists of stable subatomic electric charged particles
whose electric charge does not quantitatively change under any
circumstances. Matter has a mass effect and energy does not. Matter and
energy are conserved independently.
Modern Physics (Relativity and Quantum Physics)-Difficulty to define
difference between matter and energy because matter and energy are
interconvertible, although the sum of matter and energy is constant. Matter
and energy both possess energy, momentum, and wave characteristics.
V.
Field Theories
1. Electromagnetism-Maxwell’s Laws, Right hand rule,
Electric Fields-Nature, Source,
Magnetic Fields-Nature, Cross vector of Electric field and Gravity
Electronics
2. Gravity-Nature, Source
3. Modern Physics-Particle Physics-Forces do not act at a distance
Gravity-Energy transferred by Graviton
Electromagnetism- Energy transferred by Photongravity
stronger than
Weak nuclear force- Energy transferred by Boson
Strong nuclear force- Energy transferred by Gluon
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4. Contrast Modified Classical (Quantity of Matter-electric charge, not mass) to
Modern Physics (Relativity and Quantum Physics)
No experimental proof of particle exchanges in field interactions
No mechanism to produce exact energy, momentum, vector for virtual
particle to exchange field energies between bodies of matter.
No mechanism for attractive field forces in particle exchanges (all
repulsive)
VI.
Waves
1. Define Waves
Waves are free energy traveling and vibrating in a medium of transport with
transverse (perpendicular) and/or longitudinal (compression) components.
2. Wave characteristics
Transverse vs. Longitudinal
Mediums-Elastic or Compressible Characteristics
Frequencies and Amplitude-Energy Density
Harmonics-Resonance-Standing Waves
3. Electromagnetic Waves
Spectrum of EM waves (microwave, radio, light, X-rays, gamma, cosmic)Energy, frequency, type- transverse and longitudinal
Properties- Maxwell’s speed (permittivity and permeability), refraction,
diffraction, interference, resolution, diffusion, relationship to atomic
structure- quantumization absorption, reflection, and re-emission
4. Light Waves-Nature of Light, Speed, Uses
Optics-Refraction, Diffraction, Reflection, Interference, Lenses, Mirages
Lasers-Solid (Ruby), Gas-Light waves in resonance
5. Other EM Waves
Microwave
Radio Waves
X-Rays
Gamma Rays
Cosmic Rays
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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6. Waves in Solids
Longitudinal Sound waves in solids
Harmonics in Structures-Tacoma Bridge, Engine Harmonic Balancer
7. Waves in Liquids
Transverse Water waves-Seas, lakes, and rivers
Longitudinal Water waves-Tsunamis and Tidal Waves
8. Waves in Gases
Longitudinal-Sound Waves
Shock Waves at Supersonic flight
VII.
Relativity-Classical
1. Frames of Reference (Constant velocity-Inertial, Accelerating, and Gravitational)
2. Motion in a Frame of Reference (Stationary, Velocity, Acceleration)
3. Motion Relative to Different Frames (Inertial, Accelerating, Gravitational)
4. Conservation or Ideal Laws using 1st Law:
Conservation of Energy and Matter
Conservation of Momentum
Conservation of Angular Momentum
5. 1st Law Alternatives using Forces: Newton’s Laws of Motion
Reduction of Newton’s Laws to Third Law-Action/Reaction
6. Non-ideal Laws using 2nd Law
Free expansion of gases, non-elastic collisions, and friction
7. 2nd Law Alternatives using Forces
Friction, statistics mechanics and kinetic energy
VIII.
Matter-Energy Interactions
1. Concepts of Energy-Non-changing energy (constant velocity motion, field
potentials), Changing/Dynamic energy exchanges (Vibrations, Waves, Energy
storage-electronic, mass, fluid, compression, fields),
2. Mechanics
3. Thermodynamics
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4. Fluids
5. Gases
6. Electric Currents
IX.
Atomic Structure: Microcosm of Matter-Energy Interactions
1. Periodic Table- Characteristics of Elements
2. Chemistry-Exchange of Electrons
3. Nuclear Reactions-Changes of Nuclei
Types of Changes: Alpha, Beta, Neutron
Radioactive decay-Schrödinger Wave or Background Radiation (cosmic)
Accelerated Decay-Nuclear power plants, Nuclear Bombs
4. Lucas/Bergman Model
X.
Cosmology: Macrocosm of Matter-Energy Interactions
1. Origin of Universe-Old or New Universe
Uniformitarian vs. Catastrophic
Age Determination-Speed of Light Issue
Age Determination-Radiometry of Elements, Erosion, Salt Content of Sea,
Stellar decay, Cosmic dust (Moon), etc.
2. Old Universe-Naturalist (No God)-Steady State, Big Bang, Multiverses
Problems with two basic Laws-Conservation of Angular Momentum,
Conservation of Momentum, Conservation of Matter and Energy, Doppler
Shift (Dark matter and energy), Gravity vs. Antigravity, Time travel and
death of stars and galaxies.
3. Young Universe-Creationist-Creation short time ago
Supernatural sudden origin and steady state death
XI.
Relativity: Microcosm of Modern Physics
1. Definition-Frames of Reference
2. Define: Classical Relativity and Modern Relativity
Classical-Galilean-Linear Time and Space-Independent Dimension
Modern (macrocosm)—Einsteinian-Interdependent Dimensions of Time and
Space
Special Relativity-Two Postulates
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General Relativity-One Postulate
Implications-Developed from Singularity Theory
Time dilation, Contracted Space, Time Worm Holes, Black
Holes, Singularities of Time and Space, Multiverses in other
dimensions.
3. Contrasts of Modified Galilean Relativity and Einstein Relativity
XII.
Quantum Physics: Microcosm of Modern Physics
1. Copenhagen Interpretation Model
Bohr Model, Schrodinger Wave Equation, Heisenberg’s Uncertainty
Principle
2. Lucas-Bergman Model
Spinning Ring subatomic particles (1915)-Compatible with Compton
scattering pattern, known parameters of particles (electric and magnetic
moments, spins), compatible with Maxwell’s electromagnetic equations
3. Conflicts of Classical and Modern:
Nature of Matter (Mass vs. Electric Charge)
Laws of Science (Violations of 2 Laws, Gravity, Angular Momentum,
Momentum)
Maxwell’s equations (radiation loss from centripetal acceleration spins)
Creationist vs. Naturalist
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