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MENNONITE BRETHREN COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE

GRADE 12

PHYSICS 40S Taught by: Mr. Andrew Hiebert

2014-2015

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Course Description PHYSICS 40S involves the rigorous extension of many concepts and understandings

learned in Physics 30S. A minimum Physics 30S mark of 65% verifies the student has what they need to enable them to pass this course.

The course will involve a significant amount of theory, and interesting problem solving, but

it will also allow students to apply their knowledge in practical ways through labs and major design-build-test, catapult project. The major projects allow student groups considerable creative latitude and are a lot of fun. It is always amazing to see what students come up with and the creative ways certain problems can be overcome. The project is a great introduction for those interested in engineering, architecture or design.

Physics 40S helps students deepen their understanding of the relationships they’ve

learned in the physics 30S course, and help them see the various ways these relationships can be expressed or applied. In particular the Medical Physics unit field trip will help students see a direct application of careers related to physics as well as specific examples of the interplay between physics, technology, and society.



Course Rationale Physics is the fundamental science. Understanding the physics of objects and

situations around us can be very satisfying and rewarding…not to mention other people will think you’re smart. : ) Physics pursues the ‘why?’ question as far as the human reach can take it. Even as human reach extends; with new understandings, knowledge and technical expertise; our reach still exceeds our grasp1. Thus the mystery continues. Physics is a science about relationships between various quantities in a system. Like any other ‘relationship’ the relationships in physics are based on that goes on within and between the various pieces of matter. To understand such relationships physics seeks descriptions of the interactions between the fundamental properties of matter & energy, and pursues laws that are able to explain and predict those interactions. Although the relationships can sometimes be illustrated visually, mathematics is the main medium of communication. The math will take numerical, graphical, and symbolic forms. Physics seeks to describe, explain and predict those relationships as accurately and precisely as possible. This has established physics as the foundational science upon which the other sciences, not to mention a huge variety of vocations, are built. Keys For Success in Physics 40S

Physics is a way of approaching the world that focuses on relationships, patterns, and fundamental principles. Quite often this way of thinking conflicts with our preconceptions about how the world “should” work. People who excel in physics have the following attributes:

q Mathematical ability – specifically algebraic and computational skills q Problem Solving Ability

– Understanding word problems and translating them into visual and numerical relationships, following the four step ‘HOW TO SOLVE IT’ strategy.

q Creativity – being able to approach problems in different ways, looking at situations from different perspectives

q Tenacity - not giving up despite difficult circumstances.

1“Ah, but a man's reach should exceed our grasp, or what’s a heaven for.” Robert Browning



Physics 40S Course Methodology Lectures Problem solving Discussions Demonstrations Labs Maximum of two per term 2 Major Design and construction projects Cost based on student choices budgets will

realistically be somewhere in between $ 20 - $60 for both, per group member.

1 Field Trip to Cancer Care MB Budget $5 − $10. MB Hydro Building Field trip Tests Two per term Final Comprehensive Exam in June

Materials Needed:

[Note – Marks may be lost if these items are absent] What When Student Planner Every class 4 different coloured pens/pencils Every class 3 ringed binder for notes and handouts Every class School Issued Text book [PHYSICS] Every class 2 slim labeled folders for homework whenever HMWK is handed in. 2 slim labeled folder for Labs whenever a LAB is handed in. A scientific calculator Every class tri-fold large presentation board For GROUP PROJECT

• IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: Individually submitted work must always represent the individual understanding and processing of the individual submitting it. Maintain your academic integrity.



Projected Course Outline

1. Projectile motion {~18 lessons} Physics Concepts & Connections Chp. 3.1-3.3

2D kinematics motion Test [~Oct 29th]] Initial Velocity of a Projectile lab

Build a CATAPULT GROUP PROJECT [DUE ~ OCTOBER 20H 2014] MARKS FOR TERM 1 END

2. Circular motion & Gravitation {~13 classes} Physics Concepts & Connections Chp.6.3-6.5 Circular motion Test [~Nov.25h 2014]

3. Static Equilibrium {~14 lessons}

Physics Concepts & Connections Chp.7 Static forces Test [Jan. 19th 2014]

Forces in equilibrium Lab 4. Medical Physics {~4 lessons} Field trip to Cancer Care Manitoba facilities

We will spent ~ 4 classes preparing & researching prior to the trip itself, which will take half a day. RESEARCH FIELD TRIP REPORT PROJECT [TRIP DATE: ~ FEB. 6TH 2015]

MARKS FOR TERM 2 END 5. Electric Currents {~14 lessons} Physics Concepts & Connections Chp.14

Building circuits Activity Electric currents Test [March 5 2015.]

6. Electromagnetic Induction {~10 lessons} Physics Concepts & Connections Chp.16

Electromagnet ACTIVITY Electromagnetic induction Test [~April 20, 2015] Electromagnetic induction Lab 7. Work, Energy, Power, Momentum & Conservation Laws {~18 lessons}

Physics Concepts & Connections Chp.9 OPTIONAL Two ½ tests will form the test mark for this unit. [~May 27TH]

No Lab required OPTIONAL BUILD AN ELECTRIC MOTOR GROUP PROJECT [Due by June 5th 2015]



Evaluation Procedure

v Term 1 25 marks Tests 11 marks 44% of term Catapult Project 5 marks 20% of term

Homework 4 marks 16% of term Labs 4 marks 16% of term Learnie 1 mark 4% of term

v Term 2 25 marks Tests 11 marks 44% of term Medical Physics Project 5 marks 20% of term

Homework 4 marks 16% of term Labs 4 marks 16% of term Learnie 1 mark 4% of term

v Term 3 25 marks Tests 16marks 64% of term Homework 4 marks 16% of term

Optional Electric motor Project Labs 4 marks 16% of term Learnie 1 mark 4% of term

v Final Exam 25 marks

FINAL GRADE: 100 marks

Note: the number of tests or amount of homework or number of labs may vary from term to term. Thus the actual weight of

each particular assignment may vary as they are all bundled into an average for each term.



For a great website to illustrate the connection between a subject area (Physics) and career opportunities check out this fantastic infographic for 15600 Williams College Alums: http://web.williams.edu/Mathematics/devadoss/careerpath.html “This work with Hayley Brooks, Scott Sanderson, and Kaison Tanabe, using the CIRCOS software at its core, has motivated the formation of CereusData. The left side of the circle is broken into 15 parts, each representing a grouping of all majors available at Williams. For example, "Cultural Studies" includes such majors as Anthropology, Sociology, and Asian Studies. The right side of the circle is similarly broken into 15 parts, each representing a grouping of possible careers chosen by Williams alums. Choose one of the three tabs below to explore further.”



LAB Write up Format

The lab write-up needs to be nicely word processed, the data tables, charts, although the graphs & and formula analysis may be done neatly by hand. If you can not get access to a computer to do so please see the teacher as soon as possible and make alternative arrangements.

IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: Authored work must demonstrate authentic understanding of the Author or Co-author(s).

The data collection of labs can be done in groups, but EVERYTHING ELSE NEEDS TO BE AUTHENTICALLY INDIVIDUAL. You may collaborate and get tips from each other on solving the analysis issues, but each student must be able to demonstrate that they can solve them by themselves. Never ever share electronic copies of your lab work with other authors! The originality of your work should never be in question. If you use someone else’s material you must cite your source clearly. FOLDER: The lab needs to be submitted in a slim folder with the following info on the cover of the folder: Student’s full name, course title with section letter TITLE PAGE: When the folder is opened the first thing that should be seen is a neat title page. The following 6 pieces of information need to be on the title page: Title, Course title with section letter, Author’s name(s), Group members, Teacher, & Date submitted

Every lab should have the following sections in order.

PURPOSE: Restate the purpose as it was presented in the lab instructions

HYPOTHESIS: [uniquely done by the author(s)] Answer the hypothesis, providing a justification for why you believe that outcome will occur. Feel free to elaborate and demonstrate to the reader that some considerable thought went into your hypothesis.

DATA SECTION: [collected as a group, uniquely presented by the author(s)]

QUALITATIVE OBSERVATIONS: This is where you record all sentence observations of things that you noticed that may be relevant to the outcome or conclusion of the lab.

QUANTITATIVE OBSERVATIONS: This is where you have all your measured observations neatly organized in a systematic chart. The chart must include headings, units, and levels of precision. Be careful to record all measurements as honestly in significant figures as possible.

ANALYSIS SECTION: [uniquely done by the author(s)]

This is where the graphs are put. Make sure you have a title, well labeled axis with units, and a line/curve of best fit through the data points. This is where the data is manipulated through formulas and calculations to determine other important quantities. One sample calculation for each type needs to be shown in full. The answers for these values need to neatly organized in a systematic chart. The chart must include headings, units, and levels of precision. Be careful to record all calculations as honestly in significant figures as possible.

CONCLUSION: [uniquely done by the author(s)]

Briefly state your conclusion.

DISCUSSION: [uniquely done by the author(s)] Answer all your discussion sections in full sentences.

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