Welcome to

Conceptual Physics
Mrs. Rick


What is Conceptual Physics?
Focuses on the concepts that govern the
behavior of physical systems and minimize the
reliance on mathematics
Conceptual
Understanding
Reliance on math
The Goals of the Course
Understanding the world around us
Understanding our relationship to the
world
Practice and develop skills useful in
analyzing information and performing
critical thinking
Grading Policy
Grades are determined out of total points
Points are earned through
Journals
Class work
Homework
Labs
Quizzes/Tests
Projects


Percentage breakdowns are on the class
handout.

Class Routine
1. Grab your folder and notebook
2. Complete your journal question
a) You have the first 3 minutes of class to complete
b) Graded on a regular basis
c) Review answer
3. Complete Class Assignment
4. Place materials in your folders
5. Return folders and journals to proper
location.

Topics
Linear Motion
Vectors
Newtons Laws of Motion
Work and Energy
Power
Electrostatics
Electricity
Light
Conqueror of the Hill
Etc