Physics 40S (PHY40S)

Course Description

Topics studied include forces and motion, electric and magnetic fields, energy, planetary mechanics, current induction, and medical applications. Physics 40S develops many of the concepts introduced in Physics 30S. Again, the important skills of problem solving, and mathematical analysis will be emphasized, and a variety of labs and demonstrations will be performed. Physics 40S is required or recommended for many careers in engineering, technology, and medicine/health. ​

Recommended Prerequisite

• Physics 30S, Any grade 11 level Math

Units Covered

• ​Introduction – Fundamentals of science and math 
  
• Kinematics – Vector components, advanced equations, projectiles 
  
• Dynamics – Forces and motion 
  
• Energy and Planetary Mechanics – work, energy, gravitation 
  
• Electric and Magnetic Fields – Forces between charges, voltage, and the motion of charges 
  
• Electric Circuits – Series and parallel circuits, Ohm’s law and power 
  
• Induction – Creation of electric current, generators and transformers 
  
• Medical Physics – Basics of radiation and its uses ​