PHYSICS

Mrs. Buehner  

Deubrook Area Schools, White, SD

School phone # 629-1101  

                                                            

                      

                                            2001                                2003

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In Physics we will use your math skills from Algebra and Geometry. We will use the metric system for measurements, and scientific notation when we deal with really small or large numbers. We will learn to use significant digits when recording our answers. Things that we will study are: vectors, velocity, acceleration, gravity, Newton, Einstein, Kepler,  momentum, sound and light. We will try to have a hands on activity or lab about once a week.

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HOMEWORK, GRADING AND RULES

Supplies: Tablet PC, notebook/paper, folder, pen/pencil, calculator.

You will need a reliable calculator for this class. It needs to have scientific notation, sine, cosine, tangent, square and square root capabilities.

Make up work is the responsibility of the student. Usually one day is allowed for make up work due to an excused absence.

Late work will earn fewer points.

Grades are based on the points you earn. All letter grades will be assigned according to the school approved grading scale.

  • 60% of points will come from tests quizzes and projects

  • 20% of points will come from homework..  

  • 20% of points will come from labs, daily work and participation.                                     

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CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

·            SHOW UP

·         PAY ATTENTION

·         ASK QUESTIONS when something isn’t clear

·         DO YOUR ASSIGNMENTS

·         TURN YOUR WORK IN ON TIME

o   Late work (for whatever reason) takes more time to grade and will be graded as my time permits.

  • Unexcused late work will earn fewer points.

o   Note that late work may not be returned to you in time for questions or for review before a test or quiz.

·         SHOW YOUR WORK when solving problems, include

o    A data table of known and unknown quantities

o   An equation that isolates the unknown

o   Numbers with their units placed in the equation

o   The cancellation of the appropriate units

o   An answer with the correct # of significant digits and the correct unit

·         Answer questions with COMPLETE SENTENCES

·         Boot up and Synch up within 5 minutes of the beginning of class.

 

RULES        

  • Be seated when the bell rings.

  • Keep your papers in a folder, not in your book.  

  • Feet stay off the furniture.  

  • Be prepared for class with needed supplies plus a reading book in case class gets done early.

  • Show courtesy, respect and consideration of others.

  • Taking class notes is required.  

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