Physics 11
Mr. Kevin Farrell – Physics Lab 1
Program Overview:
The goals of this course are:
(1) to have all students successfully complete the course.
(2) to develop students’ understanding of the principals and laws of physics as
they apply to the world around them.
(3) to prepare students for careers that require a background in physics.
(4) to develop in students an understanding of technological, historical, and
societal implications of physics.
(5) to develop in students a respect for and appreciation of physics.
Topics to be covered this year include waves, kinematics, dynamics, momentum
and energy.
Expectations of Students for Learning: The Physics 11 course will emphasize
practical work and problem solving. Students will be expected to incorporate skills and
information learned from other disciplines such as mathematics, arts, and English to show
that problem solving in physics does not isolate itself from other disciplines.
Students are expected to be able to work in group situations or individually in the
lab. Additionally, students are expected to acquire, synthesize, and interpret results in lab
or mathematical situations.
Students should expect to be assigned homework on a regular basis. Practice
problems will be assigned from various textbooks and worksheets.
Students are expected to be prepared and on time for class each day. Due dates
for projects and labs will be clearly stated to the students.
Evaluation Procedure: A student’s final mark in the course will be calculated based on
the following percentages: class mark (70%) and final exam (30%). The class mark will
consist of Kinematics (14%), Dynamics (20%), Momentum and Energy (33%) and
Waves (33%). Students with a valid excuse for missing a test will be given the
opportunity to write a make-up test.
Formal and Informal Communication: Parent-teacher visitation will be held. Test and
quiz marks will give parents an excellent idea of how their child is doing in the course
and, as such, parents are expected to keep themselves aware of their child’s continual
achievement.
Ways Parents can Communicate: Parent-teacher interviews, note to the teacher via
their child, call the office to make an appointment or request a telephone call home, or
email me at farrellkl@ccrsb.ca