Physics (Honors)

Instructor:

Mr. Michael Sinclair

Description:

KAMSC Physics is an extensive study of the physical laws of nature. Students will be actively involved in the learning and application of basic concepts from classical mechanics, thermodynamics, oscillatory and wave motion, light, electromagnetism, special and general relativity, and quantum mechanics. The primary focus of the course is on problem solving and students will complete an extensive number of laboratory exercises (including an experiment using Western Michigan University’s Tandem Van de Graaff accelerator). Students will also review current topics in modern physics. The course is mathematically rigorous and is equivalent to a yearlong introductory college-level physics course. This can be considered an honors-level course and has been approved as an Advanced Placement course (Physics B syllabus). All students are also required to complete an individual semester-long research project in physics, engineering, or mathematics.

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