PHYSICS 2426
SYNONYM: 13498
CREDITS: (4-3-3)
INSTRUCTOR: John A. Underwood
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Calculus-based study of electricity and magnetism, geometric and physical optics, and modern Physics. This is the second half to the calculus-based PHYS 2425/2426 sequence.
PREREQUISITES: 1. PHYS 2425 or equivalent
2.
Credit in MATH 2414 or its equivalent
TEXT: Tipler, Physics for Scientists and
Engineers, 6 th
Edition
OTHER: Scientific
calculator, WebAssign subscription
METHODOLGY: Lecture/Lab.
LECTURE: MW 1:25-2:40 pm at RGC 331
MW 2:50-4:05 pm at RGC 327
OFFICE HOURS: M-Th: 8:15-9 :00 am
M-Th: 12:55-1:25 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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Quizzes
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40% |
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Experiment
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80% |
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Final
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34% |
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Class
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7% |
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Other lab
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10% |
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Homework |
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14% |
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5% |
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Lab
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10% |
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100% |
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100% |
The
overall course letter grade is determined by the following total course weighted
average:
90-100 % -----------A
80-90 % -----------B
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 class length ( 1 hr 15 min ) quizzes
are scheduled for the semester. Quizzes will involve problem set-up and
solutions for two homework-style problems, as well as 10 multiple choice
questions to test broadly for student understanding of basic concepts. You may
bring in one page of notes for reference during the quizzes . 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 generally 1 week
(2 classes) after the lab exercise is performed. 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 is included with this syllabus. Lab
information packets will typically be distributed one class day before the lab exercise for prior review. The student will read the lab handouts and be
familiar with the intention and basics
of the exercise prior to performing 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.
If you have to make up a lab:
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 $14.95-also, unused cards can be returned for credit within 6 months or used
the following term.) Students will have a 14-day grace period following the
class start date during which they can view and work on assignments without
registering a code.
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 longer. One
page only of notes is allowed, and the time allowed is both class periods.
COURSE POLICIES:
Attendance
– attendance
is required, and attendance rolls will be taken on a random sampling basis. A
portion of the participation score will be based on attendance records. Be sure
to verify your proper registration for the class after several weeks into the
semester. If you do not, you may attend all semester and discover that you are
not registered and will not receive credit.
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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Ch 21 |
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Lab 1 |
Electrical
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Ch.21 |
MLK
Birthday - college closed |
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Lab 2 |
Electrostatics |
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Ch.22 |
Ch 23 |
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Lab 3 |
Field
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Ch.23 |
Ch 24 |
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Capacitance |
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Ch.24 due Feb 8 |
QUIZ 1
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Ch.25 |
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D.C.
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Ch 28 |
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Lab 6 |
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SPRING
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Magnetic
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Ch 30 |
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QUIZ 2
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Ch 30 |
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Lab 8 |
Faraday's
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Ch 31 |
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Lab 9 |
AC
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Ch 32 |
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Lab 10 |
Polarization |
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Ch.32 |
Ch 33 |
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Lab 11 |
Lenses |
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Lab 10 |
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Ch 33 |
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Ch 33 |
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Lab 12 |
Diffraction |
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5-May |
Ch.33 |
Review |
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Final
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Lab 12 |