PHYSICS 2425
SYNONYM: 28388- 002
CREDITS: (4-3-3)
INSTRUCTOR: John A. Underwood
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Calculus-based study of motion, forces, work, energy, momentum and angular momentum, vibrations and waves. Intended for majors in engineering, physics, chemistry, and mathematics.
PREREQUISITES: 1. One year of H.S. physics or
equivalent
2.
Credit in MATH 2414 or its equivalent
TEXT: Tipler and Mosca, Physics for
Scientists and Engineers, 6th edition
OTHER: Scientific calculator, subscription of the WebAssign Online
homework service
METHODOLGY: Lecture/Lab.
LECTURE: TH: 8—9:50 am at RGC 331
Lab: TH: 10-11:50 am at RGC 326
OFFICE LOCATION: RGC 309
PHONE NUMBER: 223-3299
E-MAIL ADDRESS: awood@austincc.edu
OFFICE HOURS: M-H 7:30-8:00 AM, 1:00-2:00 PM
Other times by appointment
COURSE RATIONALE: University
calculus level physics course intended for majors in engineering, physics,
chemistry, mathematics, computer science and other technical and scientific
majors. This course is intended to
develop and overview of physics using calculus based models as well as problem
solving and critical thinking. University calculus level physics course intended for majors in
engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science and other
technical and scientific majors.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
I.
Lecture
1. To develop the concepts and language of
physics.
2. To develop problem-solving processes
involving mathematics, including calculus.
3. To develop symbolic language and use of
graphs and charts to communicate.
4. To develop critical thinking.
1. To strengthen the concepts and
ideas introduced in class and show the link between theory and experiment.
2. To develop an awareness of and
introduction to error analysis
3. To develop experimental
techniques.
4. To develop the use of graphs
and charts to communicate.
3. To introduce the concepts of
experimental design.
4. To introduce technical writing
through the process of formal lab reports.
5. To develop critical thinking.
GRADING
SYSTEM:
The course grade will be
based on the following components:
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GRADING
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Lecture
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Laboratory
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Quizzes
@20% |
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40% |
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Experiment
Reports |
80% |
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Final
Exam |
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34% |
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Class
activities |
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7% |
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Other
lab activities |
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10% |
Homework |
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14% |
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(non-experiment) |
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Class
participation |
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5% |
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Lab
participation |
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10% |
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Total: |
100% |
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Total: |
100% |
The
overall course letter grade is determined by the following total course
weighted average:
90-100 % -----------A
80-90 %
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70-80 % -----------C
60-70 % -----------D
< 60 % -----------F
You must earn a
grade of “C” or better in the laboratory portion of the course as well as a
grade of “C” or better in the lecture portion of the course in order to earn a
grade of “C” or better in the course. If you do not earn a grade of “C” or
better in both the lecture and the laboratory sections of the course, then your
grade for the course will be a “D” unless due to your overall course average
you have earned an “F” in the course.
The final course grade will be based on the weighted average of the
grades in the lecture and lab components; with the lecture weighted at 75% and
the lab weighted at 25%.
A grade of incomplete (I) will be given only in
exceptional circumstances.
QUIZZES
Two quizzes are scheduled for the
semester. Quizzes will involve problem set-up and solutions for 10
homework-style problems. You may bring in one ( 8.5
x 11 in) page of notes for reference during the quizzes ( both sides O.K.). The
best way to prepare for the quizzes is to systematically keep up with the
homework and to read the chapters carefully before class meets.
Attendance at the scheduled quizzes is mandatory. Make-ups may be allowed only
in exceptional circumstances, and only with compelling documentation.
LABORATORY
The lab score will be based on the
submitted individually prepared lab reports ,
performance of laboratory exercises, and participation. Lab reports are due at
the beginning of the next scheduled formal lab session. Late lab report
submissions will have 25%
credit deducted. No reports will be accepted if they are more
than two weeks late. A style sheet for lab report requirements and format , lab handouts and/or information packets are
available for student download from the
Blackboard course webpage. The student is expected to have read the
lab handouts and be familiar with the intention and basics of the exercise prior to performing the lab
and to bring a copy of the handout to the lab.
Missed labs can be made up in Open Lab in Room 327 on Fridays. A
maximum of three (3) labs can be made up in this way. In order to
receive credit for a
make-up a lab you must fulfil the
following requirements:
a)
be sure to sign
on the sign-in sheet on the clipboard at the entrance to the lab, and
b) have
the assistant on duty initial your completed work before leaving.
These two items are required for you to obtain credit for the missed lab.
HOMEWORK
Homework assignments will be made by me through
the WebAssign electronic physics homework service
available for use with our textbook. Every student will need to purchase
a WebAssign access code, valid for one course for one
term. Students can purchase the access codes online ( cost
is approx $26 ) . This includes access
to an electronic version of the textbook, with an option to purchase a
paperback copy of the text for an additional $26+. Unused codes can be returned
for credit within 6 months or used the following term.) Students will have a
14-day grace period during which they can view and work on assignments without
registering a code. Download a copy of the assigned
HW problems, work out in detail, and submit answers online by the deadline for
submissions. In case of any electronic difficulties, hand in your hard copy of
the solutions to instructor prior to deadline to avoid any loss of credit.
GRADED CLASSROOM and LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Student worksheets and other forms of graded
in-class and laboratory activities will take place frequently on an unscheduled
basis throughout the semester. You must be present to earn credit for these. No
make-ups.
PARTICIPATION
The scores for lecture and lab participation will be based on
attendance rolls and instructor perception of student engagement with course
components.
FINAL EXAM
The final exam covers total course
content, and will be similar in format to the other quizzes, but with 15
problems. One page only of notes is allowed, and the time allowed is both the class
and lab period that day.
COURSE POLICIES:
Attendance – attendance is
required, and attendance rolls will be taken. If you come to class after roll
is complete be sure to notify instructor during the same period. It will not be
possible to amend the attendance record after that time. A portion of the
participation score will be based on attendance records. Be sure to verify your
proper registration for the class after the semester begins. If you do not, you
may attend all semester and discover that you are not registered and will not
receive credit.
Safety Statement
Health and safety are paramount values in science classrooms, laboratories and field activities. You are expected to learn, understand and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow the ACC science safety policy. You are expected to conduct yourself professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual will be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity, may be withdrawn from the class, and/or barred from attending future activities. Specific safety training will take place before most activities. If you are late and miss this training, you will not be able to participate in the activity. You can read the complete ACC science safety policy at: http://www2.austincc.edu/sci_safe/ .
Withdrawals and Incompletes – If you need to
withdraw from the course you must initiate the process yourself. Do not expect
the instructor to automatically do this if you cease to attend the course. If
you do not file the required withdrawal papers your grade will become an automatic F
after the final drop date. The instructor reserves the right to withdraw a
student from the course with sufficient evidence of lack of progress. See the
ACC catalogue for details of College rules relating to this. Incompletes (I) will be given only in very
rare exceptional circumstances, and only with convincing official documentation
Student
Discipline – Matters of
student disciple will be adjudicated by the instructor on a case-by-case basis,
in conjunction with the Task Force Leader or Dean. Students will want to consult with the Office
of Student Services or the Associate Dean at their campus on such matters.
Students with
Disabilities – Standard ACC Policy: Each ACC campus offers support services for
students with documented physical or psychological disabilities. Students with disabilities must request
reasonable accommodations through the Office for Students with Disabilities on
the campus where they expect to take the majority of their classes. Students are encouraged to do this three weeks before the start of the semester.
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Phys
2425 Schedule |
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day |
date |
topics |
hw due date ( 11:59 PM- except Ch 10) |
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lab |
T |
May 24 |
Ch.1 |
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26 |
Ch.2 |
Ch1 |
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Lab
1: Measurements |
T |
30 |
Ch.2,3 |
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H |
Jun 2 |
Ch.3 |
Ch.2 |
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Lab
2: 1-D Kinematics |
T |
7 |
Ch.4 |
Ch.3 |
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H |
9 |
Ch.5 |
Ch.4 |
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Lab
3: Newton's 2nd Law |
T |
14 |
Quiz
1 (1-5) |
Ch.5
( due Fri-10th) |
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H |
16 |
Ch.6 |
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Lab
4: Energy |
T |
21 |
Ch.7 |
Ch.6 |
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H |
23 |
Ch.8 |
Ch.7 |
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Lab
5: Momentum |
T |
28 |
Ch.9 |
Ch.8 |
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H |
30 |
Ch.9 |
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Lab
6: Rotations |
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T |
Jul 5 |
Ch.10 |
Ch.9 |
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H |
7 |
Quiz
2 (6-10 |
Ch
10 due Wed-6th at PM |
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T |
12 |
Ch.11 |
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H |
14 |
Ch.12 |
Ch.11 |
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Lab
7: Crane Boom |
T |
19 |
Ch.13 |
Ch.12 |
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H |
21 |
Ch.13 |
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Lab
8: Fluids |
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T |
26 |
Ch.14 |
Ch.13 |
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H |
28 |
Ch.15 |
Ch.14 |
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Lab
9: Oscillations |
T |
Aug 2 |
Ch.16 |
Ch.15 |
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H |
4 |
Final
Exam |
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