Standard Physics 1

Standard

Standard physics 1 in high school typically stresses the importance of defining forces, vectors that represent them and free-body diagrams to really help solidify the student’s grasp of applying Newton’s second law. It also details many different cases of equal-and-opposite force pairs as well as defining systems so the underlying principles of mechanics can be applied in a clear fashion. I work with students through constructing and understanding these diagrams and explain exactly how the underlying physics principles work in these applications; I find that many classes are lacking in clearly explaining these distinctions to students and I’ll help provide that insight!

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Honors Physics 1

Honors

Honors physics 1 includes the thorough analysis of free-body diagrams, forces and Newton’s second law that is found in standard physics, however at a quicker pace to leave room for more topics afterwards. More attention is given to further material possibly including uniform circular motion, gravity and other miscellaneous topics. Vectors may also be stressed more. I’ll help make sure all of these topics are understood clearly so you can succeed!

AP Physics 1

I scored a 5 on the AP physics 1 test back in high school as one of only two juniors to take it and have a full grasp of all of the concepts on this test as well as the underlying physics. I can assist in preparing for the test and acing all of the concepts along the way so that you’re completely comfortable with the process of solving AP Physics problems. I have taught the material so frequently that I know where students get caught up and am prepared to provide the best techniques and ways of thinking to make the work as simple and understandable as possible!

Algebra-Based

Algebra-Based

Algebra-based physics in college most closely matches AP physics 1 (see above) because the necessary concepts are introduced without the calculus material from which they are derived. These concepts include the kinematic equations, uniform circular motion, gravitation, and others with equations given without the usage of calculus. I work with students in these classes to help understand the approaches to solving problems without invoking math that they haven’t taken yet if they’re unfamiliar with the underlying calculus backbone!

Calculus-Based

Calculus-Based

Calculus-based physics 1 includes a derivation of many of the equations and concepts utilized in physics 1 including the kinematic equations, potentials and energies (for linear motion and gravitation), simple harmonic motion and others! Having my degrees in physics, as well as a strong understanding of and experience in calculus, allows me to help make sense of this class and I can work with you in both the physics topics you’ll cover as well as the math that produces what you learn in it. 

Engineering-Focused

There are many physics 1 classes for majors of engineering disciplines that are tailored to your specific major. My   undergraduate degree  was in Engineering Physics and so I am familiar with many of these engineering tracks. I have also worked with students from varying backgrounds on engineering-centered physics. Such majors that can have their own physics classes include mechanical, civil, electrical, and petroleum engineering. I can show you the underlying meaning behind the physics concepts you learn as well as help you apply them to your specific branch of engineering. 

~ Vectors and scalars

~ Position, displacement, velocity, and speed

~ Free-body diagrams and forces

~ Ramps, ropes and tension

~ Kinematic equations

~ Uniform circular motion

~ Newton’s law of gravitation

~ Angular momentum

~ Torque, rotational inertia and angular acceleration

~ Simple harmonic motion

~ Waves, tension and sound