Course Description: IB Physics SL (Lakewood High School)
IB Physics prepares students to take the International Baccalaureate Physics exams at the Standard level. In keeping with the general aim of IB Experimental Sciences courses, IB Physics promotes understanding of the facts, patterns, and principles underlying the field of physics; critical analysis, prediction, and application of scientific information and hypotheses; improved ability to communicate scientific ideas; and an awareness of the impact of scientific advances in physics upon both society and issues of ethical, philosophical, and political importance. Course content varies, but includes the study of the fundamental laws of nature and the interaction between concepts of matter, fields, waves, and energy. Laboratory experimentation is essential; calculus may be used in some courses.
This course can earn 5 credits in IB Physics SL at International Baccalaureate (IB) Program .
College Tuition for this course: $0
Additional Costs for this Course: $139
Additional Information: A TI-83 plus (or higher) calculator is required. $20.00 course fee. IB test costs $119.
Is this class Guarantee Transfer college credit? Yes.
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