Physics I Calculator Guidelines

Prerequisites

You should have completed Algebra II or be concurrently enrolled this year.
If you haven't taken Algebra II or you're not taking it this year, please come see me.

A scientific calculator is usually enough for Physics I.
Extra scientific calculators are available in the room (in one of the doors).
If you’re taking calculus, you will need a graphing calculator.
The class program is designed to match this calculator's layout.
If you prefer a different model and ask how to solve algebraic equations on it, note that this specific calculator may not solve algebraic equations; some other models can.
I may not know every button on every model; we can work this out outside of class since we don’t have time to go through all buttons in class.
I will answer calculator questions during class for this model; I’ll help with this calculator’s specifics.

The TI-84 is fully capable and will handle the calculus features described; it’s a solid, acceptable choice.
Other models you might use (e.g., TI-83) can work as well, but I may not know every button function; we can troubleshoot outside class.
If you have questions about this calculator during class, I’ll answer them.
There are extra scientific calculators available for use if needed.