Course Description: AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based, or just AP Physics, is essential for understanding motion and energy. AP Physics 1 is designed to be the equivalent of a first semester college algebra-basedphysics course devoted to topics in Newtonian Mechanics. Students will cultivate their understanding of physics by developing models of physical phenomena through inquiry-based investigations (hands-on laboratory experiments). This course will focus on AP exam preparation and
to foster skills that will allow for the student to be college ready through course completion.

Prerequisites
From College Board: "Students should have completed Geometry and be concurrently taking
Algebra II or an equivalent course. Although the Physics 1 course includes basic use of trigonometric functions, this understanding can be gained either in the concurrent math course or in the
AP Physics 1 course itself."
Note to student: Students who have completed AP Precalculus or are taking the course currently will be well prepared for the class.