Program: Science
Course: SPH4U
Grade: 12
Level: University Preparation
Semester: 2, 2020-2021
Teacher Name: Mr. Hamilton
Contact: ahamilton@rchs.on.ca
Introduction
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation
Course Documents
Units Of Study
- Unit 1 – Dynamics
- Unit 2 – Energy and Momentum
- Unit 3 – Electric and Magnetic Fields
- Unit 4 – The Wave Nature of Light
- Unit 5 – Special Relativity and Quantum Mechanics
Resources
Unit 5 – Special Relativity and The Photoelectric Effect
- Class Notes HERE
Unit 4 – The Wave Nature of Light
- Class Notes HERE
Unit 3 – Electric, Gravitational and Magnetic Fields
- Unit Outline and Class Notes HERE
Unit 2 – Energy and Momentum
- Unit Outline and Class Notes HERE
Unit 1 – Dynamics
- Unit Outline and Class Notes HERE
Turn It In
To turn in documents and projects, log in to your Turn It In account. Please note, you should also submit a paper copy of all documents and projects.
Class ID: 28240962
Password: 12physics
Check out the great math and science links below!
Mathematics
- Math and Physics Applets – (2D and 3D Animations)
- Sudoku Puzzles
- KenKen Puzzles
- Virtual Manipulatives
- High School Math Games and Puzzles
- Braingle – Math Brain Teasers
- Problem of the Week (CEMC)
- Waterloo Math Contests (CEMC)
Physics
- Math and Physics Applets
- Next Time Questions (Challenging Your Understanding)
- Physics Visualizations
- The Physics of Interstellar (Video)
- Physics Today Magazine
- Physics and Christianity
General Science
- Creation Ministries International (Young Earth Creationism)
- Reasons to Believe (Old Earth Creationism)
- Answers in Genesis (Young Earth Creationism)
- 9 Groundbreaking Scientists Who Were Christians (Article)
- 5 Reasons the Church Should Embrace Science (Article)