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Section D · Laboratory ScienceUC Honors · +1.0 GPA AP Exam Preparation
AP Physics C: Mechanics
UC A-G approved AP Physics C: Mechanics course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Physics Grades 11, 12 10 credits
Section DUC A‑G Requirement
Laboratory Science — 2 years required (3 recommended)
Must include at least two of the three foundational sciences: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Each course must have a meaningful lab component. Integrated or interdisciplinary sciences may qualify.
UC Honors Designation
AP Science scores of 3–5 earn 1 extra weighted GPA point and can satisfy university lab science requirements.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Laboratory science demonstrates hands-on analytical skills. Most STEM programs at UC require 3+ years. VR-based lab simulations meet UC lab requirements.
What You'll Learn
Apply Newton's laws to analyze motion, forces, and energy
Understand momentum, rotational dynamics, and oscillations
Explore electricity, magnetism, and electromagnetic waves
Study optics, modern physics, and quantum mechanics fundamentals
Use calculus-based reasoning (AP Physics C) or algebra-based methods (AP Physics 1/2)
Design and analyze controlled experiments and interpret graphical data
Course Structure
Unit 1Weeks 1–6
Foundations & Core Concepts
- Vocabulary and conceptual framework
- Historical/scientific/mathematical context
- Primary skill development
Unit 2Weeks 7–12
Core Content Development
- Deep dive into central themes
- Evidence analysis and interpretation
- Practice with AP-style free-response
Unit 3Weeks 13–18
Advanced Application
- Complex problem-solving
- Cross-unit synthesis
- Timed AP multiple-choice practice
Unit 4Weeks 19–24
AP Exam Preparation & Capstone
- Full-length practice exams
- Score analysis and targeted review
- Final project or research paper
Curated syllabus · 7 units · 42 videos
AP Physics C: Mechanics: study order
Calculus-based mechanics. MIT 8.01 + Walter Lewin lectures + Flipping Physics + Organic Chemistry Tutor for the spine.
Overview
Khan Academy
Khan Academy
Worked example: motion problems (with definite integrals) | AP Calculus AB | Khan AcademyKhan Academy
Also see(1 more pick)
Specialist
Also see(1 more pick)
Specialist
8.01x - Lect 2 - 1D Kinematics - Speed, Velocity, AccelerationLectures by Walter Lewin. They will make you ♥ Physics.
Free-Response / Exam
Free-Response / Exam
2012 #2 Free Response Question - AP Physics C: Mechanics - Exam SolutionFlipping Physics
Overview
Khan Academy
Also see(1 more pick)
Specialist
Specialist
AP Physics C: Momentum, Impulse, Collisions & Center of Mass Review (Mechanics)Flipping Physics
Also see(1 more pick)
Free-Response / Exam
Free-Response / Exam
AP Physics C - Dynamics Review (Mechanics) - Newton's 3 Laws, Friction, etc.Flipping Physics
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AP Exam Preparation
This course is designed to prepare you fully for the College Board AP exam. A score of 3–5 can earn college credit at thousands of universities, potentially saving you tuition on entry-level college courses.
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Extremely Well Qualified
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Well Qualified
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Qualified - Credit Eligible
UC/CSU Honors designation applies to courses with AP scores of 3 or higher. Check your target university's AP credit policy for specific course equivalencies.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Calculus (concurrent or prior); AP Physics 1 recommended
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