Syllabus
Imagination is more important than knowledge. Albert Einstein
Physics
Mr. Field ([email protected])
Class Website: physicsrob.weebly.com
What We Will Learn:
1: Think
Learn how to think like a physicist through investigation, experimentation, and use of mathematical models.
2: Velocity
We will learn how to see the world differently through measuring, calculating, and describing the motion of an object in terms of position, time, and velocity.
3: Acceleration
We will continue to learn how to describe, measure, and calculate motion; but now, we will focus on acceleration of an object by building, and racing a paper drag racer.
4:First Law
First, we experience Newton’s first law via a hover craft. We will then learn how to describe, draw, and solve force problems using Newton’s First Law of Motion.
5: Second Law
We will understand and solve force problems using the relation between force, mass, and acceleration. We will also learn about: Gravitational, Electric, and Frictional forces.
6. Projectiles
We will learn how objects move through the air with the use of Newton’s first two Laws, and be able shoot a marble through hoops and onto a penny on the floor.
7: Third Law
We will learn why it is important to wear a seat belt by discovering Newton’s Third Law of motion, conservation of momentum, and the idea of impulse.
8: Energy
We will learn, understand, and solve cool problems using the idea of transferring and conservation of energy.
9: Waves
We will learn the amazing properties of waves, and discover how they relate to light, sound, and energy.
10. Open Topic
This will be a unit where we will learn either my favorite topics in physics, or we will explore your favorite questions and topics.
*Note I will show You Tube Clips, watch Olympic events, use cell phones, listen to music, and play Mario Kart in class to further the understanding and discovery of all the topics discussed above.
*In this class, some activities may require physical activity, if you have an injury or any other condition let me know and I will accommodate.
Class Expectations:
Make Friends
Work Hard
Have Fun
Feel Accomplished
Be Prepared
Be Engaged (not get Engaged)
Be Honest
Materials Needed:
Pen and Pencil
Binder and Paper to take notes
Lab Notebook (I will provide)
Scientific Calculator (graphing abilities not required)
Brain
Grades:
Grades will be posted online on Skyward. I will do my best to ensure that the grades shown there are up to date and accurate. Scores from the online homework are not automatically uploaded into Skyward, but I will load them on the due date. Final grades are accumulated by points.
Homework 750 pts. Labs 750 pts. Tests 1000 pts. Total 2500 pts.
93 to 100%
A-
90 to <93%
B+
87 to <90%
B
83 to <87%
B-
80 to <83%
C+
77 to <80%
C
73 to <77%
C-
70 to <73%
D+
67 to <70%
D
63 to <67%
D-
60 to <63%
F
<60%
Online Homework:
(All Homework and Lab/Class Summaries are to be completed on Canvas, we will have one homework and one lab summary to fill out every class period)
Lab Notebook:
You will keep and grade your own notebook online, and once a term I will sit down with you and review your notebook with you to see how you are doing and give you pointers.
Tests and Quizzes:
There will be a quiz or something to think about every day when you come into class. These quizzes and challenges won't be graded and they are for you to how you understand the material.
Textbook:
The Utah State Office of Education has created a free PDF Physics textbook. You may download it for free. https://eq.uen.org/emedia/file/57342e7a-1990-4eb8-a075-17c5302a69ff/1/PhysicsRS.pdf
Text Reminders:
I use a system called Remind to send out texts and/or emails to students and parents about upcoming due dates. To join, visit this link: https://www.remind.com/join/mvhsphysa2 (replace the last two digits with your class period. This one is for a2, but if you are in b1, it should say mvhsphysb1 at the end).
Academic Honesty:
I expect every student to do his or her own work. Student are encouraged to teach and help each other to develop understanding of concepts, but should never complete work for another student. Students caught copying or cheating or being dishonest in any way in my class will lose an appropriate amount of credit on the related assignment.
Attendance and Tardies:
I will adhere firmly to school policy regarding absences and tardies. In the case of an absence, it will be the student’s responsibility to come talk to me to discuss a plan to make up missed classwork and labs.
Distractions in Class:
I reserve the right to take away lab points from any student who is using items that are acting as a distraction in my class. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, iPods, tablets, games, and accessories. Texting or receiving or making phone calls or playing electronic games for entertainment during class is NEVER permitted. If a student is found using a distracting item in class I will inform them of the loss of points.
No Discrimination:
This class is open to all students. Mountain View High School offers education to all students and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Students who have a grievance with another student or any school employee should talk to the school administration or a counselor about their concerns.
No Sexual Harassment
Anxieties
I understand how anxiety can play a major role in interfering with our lives. If there is anything I can do to help, let me know, or come talk to me and we can figure something out to help accommodate your circumstances.
*If you need to meet with me, I will be available thirty min. Before school and thirty min. After school. If you need some other time to meet with me contact me and we will work something out.
You’ve Got This!
Mr. Field ([email protected])
Class Website: physicsrob.weebly.com
What We Will Learn:
1: Think
Learn how to think like a physicist through investigation, experimentation, and use of mathematical models.
2: Velocity
We will learn how to see the world differently through measuring, calculating, and describing the motion of an object in terms of position, time, and velocity.
3: Acceleration
We will continue to learn how to describe, measure, and calculate motion; but now, we will focus on acceleration of an object by building, and racing a paper drag racer.
4:First Law
First, we experience Newton’s first law via a hover craft. We will then learn how to describe, draw, and solve force problems using Newton’s First Law of Motion.
5: Second Law
We will understand and solve force problems using the relation between force, mass, and acceleration. We will also learn about: Gravitational, Electric, and Frictional forces.
6. Projectiles
We will learn how objects move through the air with the use of Newton’s first two Laws, and be able shoot a marble through hoops and onto a penny on the floor.
7: Third Law
We will learn why it is important to wear a seat belt by discovering Newton’s Third Law of motion, conservation of momentum, and the idea of impulse.
8: Energy
We will learn, understand, and solve cool problems using the idea of transferring and conservation of energy.
9: Waves
We will learn the amazing properties of waves, and discover how they relate to light, sound, and energy.
10. Open Topic
This will be a unit where we will learn either my favorite topics in physics, or we will explore your favorite questions and topics.
*Note I will show You Tube Clips, watch Olympic events, use cell phones, listen to music, and play Mario Kart in class to further the understanding and discovery of all the topics discussed above.
*In this class, some activities may require physical activity, if you have an injury or any other condition let me know and I will accommodate.
Class Expectations:
Make Friends
Work Hard
Have Fun
Feel Accomplished
Be Prepared
Be Engaged (not get Engaged)
Be Honest
Materials Needed:
Pen and Pencil
Binder and Paper to take notes
Lab Notebook (I will provide)
Scientific Calculator (graphing abilities not required)
Brain
Grades:
Grades will be posted online on Skyward. I will do my best to ensure that the grades shown there are up to date and accurate. Scores from the online homework are not automatically uploaded into Skyward, but I will load them on the due date. Final grades are accumulated by points.
Homework 750 pts. Labs 750 pts. Tests 1000 pts. Total 2500 pts.
- Late work will be accepted up until the unit test. After that come talk to me. (late homework grades will be put into skyward after the unit Test)
- Tests may be retaken if all homework is turned in.
93 to 100%
A-
90 to <93%
B+
87 to <90%
B
83 to <87%
B-
80 to <83%
C+
77 to <80%
C
73 to <77%
C-
70 to <73%
D+
67 to <70%
D
63 to <67%
D-
60 to <63%
F
<60%
Online Homework:
(All Homework and Lab/Class Summaries are to be completed on Canvas, we will have one homework and one lab summary to fill out every class period)
- Have your Parents Sign into Skyward Parent Access and Approve the computer use agreement.
- Create a Canvas account at canvas.instructure.com using your School Email.
- I have already sent invites for all to join this class through your school email; however, if you do not have an invite let me know ASAP.
Lab Notebook:
You will keep and grade your own notebook online, and once a term I will sit down with you and review your notebook with you to see how you are doing and give you pointers.
Tests and Quizzes:
There will be a quiz or something to think about every day when you come into class. These quizzes and challenges won't be graded and they are for you to how you understand the material.
Textbook:
The Utah State Office of Education has created a free PDF Physics textbook. You may download it for free. https://eq.uen.org/emedia/file/57342e7a-1990-4eb8-a075-17c5302a69ff/1/PhysicsRS.pdf
Text Reminders:
I use a system called Remind to send out texts and/or emails to students and parents about upcoming due dates. To join, visit this link: https://www.remind.com/join/mvhsphysa2 (replace the last two digits with your class period. This one is for a2, but if you are in b1, it should say mvhsphysb1 at the end).
Academic Honesty:
I expect every student to do his or her own work. Student are encouraged to teach and help each other to develop understanding of concepts, but should never complete work for another student. Students caught copying or cheating or being dishonest in any way in my class will lose an appropriate amount of credit on the related assignment.
Attendance and Tardies:
I will adhere firmly to school policy regarding absences and tardies. In the case of an absence, it will be the student’s responsibility to come talk to me to discuss a plan to make up missed classwork and labs.
Distractions in Class:
I reserve the right to take away lab points from any student who is using items that are acting as a distraction in my class. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, iPods, tablets, games, and accessories. Texting or receiving or making phone calls or playing electronic games for entertainment during class is NEVER permitted. If a student is found using a distracting item in class I will inform them of the loss of points.
No Discrimination:
This class is open to all students. Mountain View High School offers education to all students and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Students who have a grievance with another student or any school employee should talk to the school administration or a counselor about their concerns.
No Sexual Harassment
Anxieties
I understand how anxiety can play a major role in interfering with our lives. If there is anything I can do to help, let me know, or come talk to me and we can figure something out to help accommodate your circumstances.
*If you need to meet with me, I will be available thirty min. Before school and thirty min. After school. If you need some other time to meet with me contact me and we will work something out.
You’ve Got This!