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Preparing for the AP Physics 1 exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in physics as well as an understanding of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is designed to teach you everything you need to know and help you prepare for the AP Physics 1 Exam.
As you work through this course, you will find lecture videos taught by Rice professors, problem-solving sessions with expert AP Physics teachers, interactive lab experiences and practice questions. By the end of the course, you should be ready to take on the AP exam!
Prerequisite
Algebra and basic mathematical concepts.
Syllabus
- Newton’s Laws and motion
- Conservation of energy and momentum
- Gravitation
- Electric charge in matter
- Electric forces and fields
- DC circuits
- Waves and sound
Instructors
Matt Wilson
AP Physics teacher
Fort Bend ISD
Gigi Nevils
Online Course Developer and AP Physics Teacher Educator
Rice University
Jason Hafner
Professor of Physics, Astronomy and Chemistry
Rice University
Content Designer

Rice University is a private American research university located in Houston, Texas. It is located in the city's Museum District and is adjacent to the Texas Medical Center. It was founded by William Marsh Rice (en) in 1891 as The William Marsh Rice Institute for the Advancement of Letters, Science, and Art, and was inaugurated in 1912 with Edgar Odell Lovett as its first president.
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