Course Description
Advanced Physics, taught by Mrs. Chase, explores both algebra and calculus based approaches to
physics. We work together in exploratory labs and regular assignments, and cover a multitude of
topics. This
course covers most, if not all of the AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C curricula, encouraging a
deep and thorough understanding of both the theory and
computations.
Kinematics Lab
The first lab of the year explored the ideas of acceleration and velocities, asking us to
determine whether a particular cart had experienced acceleration or not and how to determine
this. The process included designing the lab and conducting the experiment, as well as
analyzing the results and completing a write-up of the solution.
Dynamics Lab
In this lab, we were asked to create any question of our choosing investigating forces, then to
design an appropriate experiment and analysis for proving or disproving our hypothesis. I worked
with Joshua Schnee to determine if the static and dynamic coefficients of friction change with
acceleration or force.