Introduction

AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based learn about the foundational principles of physics as you explore Newtonian mechanics; work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; simple circuits. Students will do hands-on laboratory work to investigate phenomena.

Objectives
Systematize the core knowledge of the subject
Become familiar with most AP exam formats
Reduce pressure and study time
Improve scores effectively
Enhance independant thinking
Create a solid foundation for higher education
Characteristics
Quality teachers with extensive knowledge about students psychology
Teaching programs are based on international standards
Exclusive materials that closely follow the AP formats
Personalized teaching method according to student progress
Commitment on AP pass grade
AP exam registration support
Course content
Unit 1: Kinematics
1.1 Position, velocity, and acceleration
1.2 Representations of motion
Unit 2: Dynamics
2.1 Systems
2.2 The gravitational field
2.3 Contact forces
2.4 Newton’s First Law
2.5 Newton’s Third Law and free-body diagrams
2.6 Newton’s Second Law
2.7 Applications of Newton’s Second Law
Unit 3: Circular Motion and Gravitation
3.1 Vector fields
3.2 Fundamental forces
3.3 Gravitational and electric forces
3.4 Gravitational field/acceleration due to gravity on different planets
3.5 Inertial vs. gravitational mass
3.6 Centripetal acceleration vs. centripetal force
3.7 Free-body diagrams for objects in uniform circular motion
Unit 4: Energy
4.1 Open and closed systems: Energy
4.2 Work and mechanical energy
4.3 Conservation of energy, the work–energy principle, and power
Unit 5: Momentum
5.1 Momentum and impulse
5.2 Representations of changes in momentum
5.3 Open and closed systems: momentum
5.4 Conservation of linear momentum
Unit 6: Simple Harmonic Motion
6.1 Period of simple harmonic oscillators
6.2 Energy of a simple harmonic oscillator
Unit 7: Torque and Rotational Motion
7.1 Rotational kinematics
7.2 Torque and angular acceleration
7.3 Angular momentum and torque
7.4 Conservation of angular momentum
Unit 8: Electric Charge and Electric Force
8.1 Conservation of charge
8.2 Electric charge
8.3 Electric force
Unit 9: DC Circuits
9.1 Definition of a circuit
9.2 Resistivity
9.3 Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s loop rule (resistors in series and parallel)
9.4 Kirchhoff’s junction rule, Ohm’s law (resistors in series and parallel)
Unit 10: Mechanical Waves and Sound
10.1 The properties and behavior of waves that travel through a medium such as air or water

Student achievement