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AP Physics 1 · 3 Work, Energy, and Power

Kinetic and potential energy for AP Physics 1

Kinetic and potential energy is mapped to 3 Work, Energy, and Power in the AP Physics 1 pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.

AP 1 · AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based18–23%Guide 3 of 6

Where this fits

3 Work, Energy, and Power

Curriculum
AP Physics 1
Theme or group
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
Current framework
2026–27 course year · May 2027 exam format

Eight units covering introductory mechanics, rotation, oscillations, and fluids.

Mastery checklist

Know what success looks like.

  1. 01

    Track energy transfers with a clearly stated system boundary.

  2. 02

    Choose the appropriate work, energy, or power relationship and keep its sign convention visible.

  3. 03

    Account for useful output, dissipation, and conservation before judging the final value.

Exam lens

Build, apply, check.

3 Work, Energy, and Power is identified as 18–23% in this curriculum map. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.

Teaching sequence

3 Work, Energy, and Power

This syllabus point maps to 6 ordered concept guides.

  1. 01Work done by a force
  2. 02Force-displacement graphs
  3. 03Kinetic and potential energyCurrent guide
  4. 04Energy conversion and conservation
  5. 05The work-energy theorem
  6. 06Power and efficiency

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