FenDoDo’s AP Physics 1 course prepares students to master both the conceptual foundations and practical skills essential for success on the AP Physics 1 exam. Our expert tutors guide you through real-world problem-solving, hands-on labs, and strategic exam practice—empowering you to earn a top score and build lasting STEM confidence.
Course Content
- Kinematics: 1D and 2D motion, velocity, acceleration, interpreting motion graphs
- Dynamics: Newton’s Laws, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium
- Circular Motion & Gravitation: Uniform circular motion, gravitational forces, orbits
- Energy: Work, kinetic & potential energy, conservation of energy, power
- Momentum: Impulse, conservation of momentum, elastic & inelastic collisions
- Rotational Motion: Torque, angular momentum, rotational kinematics and dynamics
- Simple Harmonic Motion: Springs, pendulums, oscillations
- Mechanical Waves & Sound: Properties of waves, sound, resonance
- Circuit Analysis: Basics of electric circuits, Ohm’s Law, series and parallel circuits
- Laboratory Skills: Experimental design, data collection, error analysis, graphing, scientific writing
- AP Exam Practice: Multiple-choice and free-response strategies, practice with official-style questions and mock exams
Exam Structure
- Section I: Multiple Choice (50%, 1 hr 30 min) — 50 questions covering fluids, thermodynamics, electricity & magnetism, optics, atomic & nuclear physics, and modern physics concepts.
- Section II: Free Response (50%, 1 hr 30 min) — 4 questions requiring quantitative problem-solving, experimental analysis, and qualitative explanations, with calculators permitted.
Skills Developed
- Solid understanding of fundamental physics concepts
- Quantitative and analytical problem-solving
- Lab design, data analysis, and scientific reporting
- Logical reasoning and application of mathematical models
- Effective test-taking strategies for the AP Physics 1 exam
Who Should Take AP Physics?
- Students currently enrolled in AP Physics 1 or planning to take the course
- Learners interested in STEM fields (engineering, science, medicine, technology, etc.)
- Students who want to strengthen their math and problem-solving skills
- Anyone aiming for college credit, advanced placement, or a strong foundation for future physics studies
College Credit
Many U.S. colleges grant credit or advanced placement for high AP Physics 1 scores (usually a 4 or 5). This can satisfy introductory physics or lab course requirements, allowing students to progress to higher-level physics, engineering, or STEM courses earlier in their college curriculum.
