This course enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity.

They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.

Prerequisite: Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation

Course Title: Physics, Grade 12, College Preparation
Course Name: Physics
Course Code: SPH4C
Grade: 12
Course Type: College Preparation
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: SPH3U, Physics, Grade 11, University Preparation
Curriculum Policy Document: Science, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12, 2008 (Revised) 
Course Developer: Ontario Online School Course Development Team
Department: Social Sciences and Humanities
Initial Development Date: May 2020
Most Recent Revision Date: Ongoing – course direction is determined through collaboration between teachers and students