AP Physics 2 & Lab

The AP Physics 2 course includes topics in college level introductory physics, including fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, electrostatics, electric current, magnetism, electromagnetism, advanced wave theory, geometric and physical optics, and topics in modern physics. Understanding of the basic principles involved and the ability to apply these principles in the solution of problems are major goals of this course. The AP Physics 2 course also includes a hands-on laboratory component comparable to introductory college level physics lab programs. Knowledge of algebra and basic trigonometry is required for this course, as well as a command of topics learned in AP Physics 1. There is a more rigorous emphasis on written responses to questions using expository writing techniques than there is in the AP Physics 1 course. The final examination will be the New York State Regents Examination in the Physical Setting-Physics, unless previously satisfied.