Mr. Cahill, dcahill@d127.org
Physics C AP
What Current Students Say...
We enjoy learning why things happen in a course helps us be prepared for college
Many students take APC if they are interested in physics or a related career, such as engineering, or they are seeking potential college credit
Some common challenges include: balancing time with other commitments (academic or extracurricular), the fast pace, and sometimes the math requirements
Advice to Future Students?
Manage your time so you aren’t overwhelmed.
Review unit materials before the unit.
What Else You Should Know...
Recommended concurrent enrollment in Calculus or higher. This course relies on a solid foundation of Physics concepts and comfort with associated problem-solving skills, and will use Calculus-based problem solving
Class meets daily with alternating 90-minute and 45 minute blocks, often with Rams Block being the balance of the 45 minute block
Average students 2 hours or more of work outside of class per two days of block
Many students take AP C if they are interested in physics or a related career, such as engineering, or they are seeking potential college credit
Students will be prepared to take two AP tests associated with this course
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