Course Detail
Apologia Physics with Lab
Who is eligible? Grades 10-12. Algebra II prior to, or concurrent with, the Physics program is a requirement. Geometry and Basic Trig functions are also recommended, although the instructor will review the necessary math concepts as part of the instruction.
When is it? Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00 PM, from Sep 9, 2009, to JMay 12, 2010, excepting holidays or other dates Mr. Putnam decides to cancel class.
END OF YEAR SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
MODULE # 14: Electric Potential
7-Apr NO CLASS
14-Apr Exp. 14.1: Making a Parallel-Plate Capacitor and Storing Charge, p470
MODULE #15: Electric Circuits
21-Apr Exp. 15.1: Current and Resistance, p. 491
21-Apr Exp. 15.2: Building a Simple Circuit to Turn on a Light Bulb, p.497
28-Apr Exp. 15.3: Series and Parallel Circuits, p. 504
MODULE #16: Magnetism
5-May NO CLASS
12-May Exp. 16.1: Oersted’s Experiment, p. 527
12-May Exp. 16.2: Diamagnetic, Paramagnetic, and Ferromagnetic Compounds, p.
Who teaches it? Mr. David Putnam
Mr. Putnam is a chemical engineer at Eastman Kodak where he uses the fields of chemistry, materials science, and engineering to develop and manufacture digital printing materials.
He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1997 with a doctorate in Chemical Engineering. His undergraduate degree in the same field was from Iowa State University.
Mr. Putnam’s email is ddputnam@frontiernet.net .
About the course: Physics is a fundamental science, allowing us to understand the mechanisms of the everyday world. Labs will be done at the TG covering the mechanisms of force, motion, gravity, energy, light, electricity and magnetism. We will use the Apologia text Exploring Creation with Physics, 2nd Edition; it consists of 16 modules covering 35 labs. Labs will be graded by the instructor using the following system:
I. Purpose 10 pts.
II. Theory 10 pts
III. Procedure and Apparatus (Figure describing the experimental set-up) 10 pts
IV. Collected Data and Observations 20 pts
V. Sample Calculations, Calculations Data Table and or Plotted Data. 25 pts
VI. Summary of Results and Conclusions � i.e. a brief summary describing what was done, specific results and general conclusions. Potential sources of experimental error should also be mentioned. 25 pts.
How much does it cost? $90 for the entire year
What does it include? 1) Instruction prior to the lab will ensure that the underlying theory is understood. This will be achieved by solving related practice problems. 2) Labs will be completed in entirety in class. Labs will be graded by the instructor. 3) All lab supplies including lab notebooks will be provided. 4) The instructor is available to answer questions via e-mail. Tutoring is offered by appointment.
What do I need to bring? To allow the instructor to efficiently cover the lab material, it is important that the students stay on track with the assigned reading and module problems. Prior to coming to class the student will be expected to have read the module and completed the problems up to the lab section. Before the next class, the student should complete the write up of the lab in their lab notebook. The instructor will grade the lab prior to the next class. It is the responsibility of the student�s home instructor to administer and grade the module tests.
Parents/Students are responsible for obtaining/purchasing the textbook and Solution Manual for: Apologia’s text called Exploring Creation with Physics, 2nd edition.
BRING TEXT and LAB NOTEBOOKS TO CLASS EACH MEETING.
If a student expects to be absent from a class, inform the instructor by e-mail in advance. In this case, the students should complete the lab AT HOME in order to stay on track for future classes. Lab materials will be made available.
Dress Code Exceptions: None
When do I need to register?:
Other notes:
Mrs. Mancini has an extra Apologia Physics (2nd ed.) SOLUTIONS MANUAL with easy to photocopy test packet. Please mention that you wish to purchase this from her. The cost is half the online price: $10. (Note: Student text is NOT included.)
