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Conceptual Physics

Summer 2026

Introductory conceptual physics course using very basic algebra

Detailed standards coverage

The course sequence is organized around the standards, course frameworks, and topic progressions students are expected to master.

What this course covers

A low-math physics path focused on durable physical intuition and everyday models.

Best for intuition-first learners or students who need physics concepts without a full algebraic problem-solving load.

Topic outline

Observing and measuring motion
  • Position
  • Speed
  • Velocity
  • Acceleration
Forces and interactions
  • Pushes and pulls
  • Balanced and unbalanced forces
  • Newton’s laws
Momentum and collisions
  • Momentum
  • Impulse
  • Collisions
  • Safety and design
Energy transfer and conservation
  • Kinetic energy
  • Potential energy
  • Thermal energy
  • Energy transformations
Waves, sound, and light
  • Wave properties
  • Sound
  • Light
  • Reflection and refraction
Electricity and magnetism
  • Charge
  • Circuits
  • Magnetic fields
  • Electric motors
Atomic and quantum ideas
  • Atoms
  • Spectra
  • Photoelectric effect
  • Nuclear processes

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NGSS High School Physics
Standards-labeled conceptual high-school path.
High School Physics (TEKS)
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Physics I (algebra-based)
College-style algebra-based mechanics.
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What's next
Physics I (algebra-based)
Next step for quantitative mechanics.
AP Physics 1
AP path after building the concepts.

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  • Personalized learning path
  • Spaced repetition system
  • Lessons and multi-steps
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  • Free Response Questions (FRQs)
  • Full-length practice exams
  • Score guarantee

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  • Spaced repetition system
  • Lessons and multi-steps
  • Access to all courses
  • Free Response Questions (FRQs) with AI grading
  • Full-length practice exams
  • Guaranteed 5 or your money back

All plans include a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime. 14-day no-questions-asked refund policy. The score guarantee applies to Test Prep subscribers who complete the full curriculum before their exam.