Physics 12 Part 2 (PHYS 0993)

This course begins with the study of electrostatics. Coulomb's Law is applied to two-dimensional situations, which involve multiple charges. The vector addition of the forces involved uses the trigonometric component method. Electric field, electric potential and capacitance are examined. Electric current is studied in detail, in both AC and DC forms. The behavior of circuit elements such as capacitors, resistors and inductors is studied leading to an understanding of electrical resonance in AC circuits. Electromagnetism and electromagnetic induction are introduced and used to explain the operation of motors and generators.

Both Physics 0983 and Physics 0993 are required for completion of ABE Provincial level Physics

Physics 0983 and Physics 0993 can be taken at the same time or in any order.
Course code: PHYS 0993
Credits: 4.0
Length: 96.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=PHYS&number=0993

Prerequisites

Physics 11 or equivalent; Pre-calculus 11, or a minimum score of 72% on the Intermediate Algebra Math Assessment or equivalent; English 10 or equivalent; completion of Pre-calculus 12 recommended - if not completed, enrollment in MATH 0983 and 0993 is recommended.

Schedule †

PHYS 0993 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
42281March 3, 2025
to April 23, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Farley, Richard
61295July 2, 2025
to August 22, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building A		Farley, Richard

Additional Information

  • Electrostatics (electric force, field, potential and potential energy)
  • Circuits (resistivity, Ohm's law, series, parallel and combination circuits, Kirchhoff's laws)
  • Electromagnetism (magnetic phenomena, magnetic forces and fields)
  • Electromagnetic Induction (Faraday's law, Lenz's law, motors, generators, AC circuits)

For class based courses, please apply online or in person and provide official transcripts.

For Self-paced courses, please phone 604.871.7366.

For courses at Broadway Youth Centre, please phone 604.709.5640 or email ABEYouth@vcc.ca.

For Visually Impaired courses, please call 604.871.7338 or drop by the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities..

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *

  • College Initiative: $8.50/course
  • Campus Resource: $9.60/course
  • Student Union: $69/term
  • UPass: $180/term (if applicable)

 

* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.