Physics Objectives

Unit 1 – Measurement & Scientific Inquiry

Objective 1: I can take data with appropriate measuring tool and record data in a table form using appropriate labels and units.

Objective 2: I can graph data on a coordinate plane with appropriate scale, with labeled axes and units.

Objective 3: I can state AND describe the type of relationship (linear, quadratic, square root, no variation, inverse or inverse square).

Objective 4: I can write an equation that models my data.

Objective 5: I can use my equation to find the slope (with units) of the best fit line AND describe the meaning of the slope with a “for every” statement.

Objective 6: I can use my equation to find the “y-intercept” of a best fit line AND state the meaning of the “y-intercept”.

Unit 2 – Constant Velocity 

Objective 1:  I can write equations describing the motions of objects.

Objective 2:  I can analyze x vs. t graphs to find initial position, displacement, velocity, etc.

Objective 3: I can create and analyze v vs. t graphs to find displacement

Objective 4: I can describe the motion of an object.

Objective 5: I can draw and analyze motion maps (dots & arrows).

 

Unit 3 – Constant Acceleration 

Objective 1: I can analyze x vs. t graphs

Objective 2: I can create and analyze v vs. t graphs to find displacement and acceleration

Objective 3: I can describe the motion of an object.

Objective 4: I can draw and analyze motion maps (dots & arrows).

Honors Objective 5: I can create and analyze an a vs. t  graph.

 

Unit 4 – Forces 

Objective 1: I can draw and label a force diagram by identifying the forces acting on an object, including magnitude and direction.

Objective 2: I can calculate the net force on an object.

Objective 3: I can use the net force on an object to describe the motion of an object.

Note:  include stationary objects so students understand the concept of weight.

Objective 4: I can solve problems involving force, mass and acceleration of an object.

Honors Objective 5: I can draw force diagrams for and solve problems for an object on an inclined plane.