Course Syllabus
– Spring 2013
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Course Number:
PHYSICS 2426A
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Trimester Credit Hours: 4
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Course Title:
Physics II
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Total Contact Hours Per Trimester: 120
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Course Director:
James Tison, Ph D
email: jtison@parker.edu, tel: x7303
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Office Hours:
T-Th 2-3 PM
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Lab Hours Per Week:
4 hours off-campus
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Lab Director/Instructors:
Dr J Tison
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Lab Contact Hours/Trimester:
N/A
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COURSE DESCRIPTION: Physics is the most basic of the sciences. It deals with behavior and structure of matter. Physics II will deal with fluids and gas laws; Heat and temperature; sound; vibrations and wave motion; electricity, charges and fields
The student will meet for lecture 8 hours per week for 7-1/2 weeks and 4 hours each week for laboratory
GENERAL APPROACH TO TEACHING:
Physics concepts will be presented and relevant mathematical formulations developed with a strong emphasis on problem solving. Participatory involvement in the problem solving is encouraged.
ESTIMATE OF STUDENT WORKLOAD:
A minimum of 8-12 hours per week out of class study is recommended for a student to achieve a grade of B
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of the Physics I lecture and Labs the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to think critically and employ critical thinking skills.
2. Demonstrate the quantitative skills needed to succeed in introductory physics.
3. Correctly evaluate and describe physical phenomena based on an understanding of the principles and laws of physics.
4. Determine the applicable physical theory and select equations that relate the relevant physical quantities to unknown quantities.
5. Set up and perform experimental procedures in order to evaluate laws and principles of physics.
6. Successfully employ graphical and vector methods to evaluate physical phenomena.
ASSESSMENT:
Four exams (72%), Lab Report/Quizzes (16%), Homework (12%)
PREREQUISITES:
Physics I
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
Mastering PhysicsTM with Pearson eText Student Access Kit (ME Component), ISBN-10: 0321570111/ISBN-13: 9780321570116
RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TEXTBOOKS:
None
SUPPLIES:
Scientific calculator
GRADING SYSTEM:
Evaluation is an integral part of the educational
process and is used as an educational tool to help students identify problem areas, to recognize and reward achievement, and to identify students who are unable to meet the rigors of the curriculum. Final course grades and their interpretation are listed below:
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Grade
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Numerical Value
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Grade Point Average
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Interpretation of Academic Achievement
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A
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89.5 – 100
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4.0
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Excellent
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B
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79.5 - 89.49
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3.0
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Above Average
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C
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69.5 - 79.49
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2.0
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Satisfactory
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F
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69.49 or Below
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0.0
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Unacceptable
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This grading scale is strictly adhered to. There are NO exceptions.
Four exams (72%), Lab Report/Quizzes (16%), Homework (12%)
LABS: eScience Labkits, Physics Version 2:
12 off-campus experiments.
OPEN LABS: N/A
90/90 RULE: N/A
EXTRA CREDIT: 1-2 additional problems on exams
A complete listing of all Academic policies is found on the https://my.parker.edu/ICS/Academics_-_Coursework/Academics/Common_Policies/:
Absences for Religious Holidays
Academic Dishonesty
Academic Promotion, Probation and Dismissal Policy
Altering Grades on Exams
Appeals
Assistance and Accommodations
Attendance Policy
Audio/Video Taping
Cell Phones and Electronic Devices in Class
Classroom Behavior
Communications
Computer Usage
Exam Review
Examinations (Make up Exams/Lab Practicals)
Excused Absences
Final Examinations
Grading System
Late Instructors to Lecture/Lab
Grade Appeals Process
Missed Exam Policy
Professional Decorum
Special Needs Consideration
Student Bereavement Policy
DISCLAIMER
The lecture outlines contained in the lecture booklet are NOT intended to represent the entire content of the course. A lecture outline is intended to be a guide to the lecture. The responsibility of the instructor is to follow the outline, expand the concepts and give explanation and illustrations to clarify content. The role of the student is to attend lecture and take notes over material presented by the lecturer that explains and illustrates the material listed in the outline. It is also the responsibility of the student to question the instructor if explanations and illustrations are not clearly presented or understood.
The instructors take no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of old notes, quiz questions or exam questions that students may purchase, acquire from off of the internet or be given by previous students.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The provisions contained in this syllabus do not constitute a binding contract between the student and the Parker University, College of Chiropractic. These provisions may be changed at any time and for any reason at the discretion of the Course Director. When it is necessary to make changes to this document, appropriate notice (at least one week, if at all possible) will be given to the student(s).
ASSESSMENT:
Four exams (72%), Lab Report/Quizzes (16%), Homework (12%)
PREREQUISITES:
Algebra and Trigonometry (co-requisite minimum)
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:
Physics: Principle and Applications: 6th edition by Douglas Giancoli
RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TEXTBOOKS:
None
SUPPLIES:
Scientific calculator
GRADING SYSTEM:
Evaluation is an integral part of the educational
process and is used as an educational tool to help students identify problem areas, to recognize and reward achievement, and to identify students who are unable to meet the rigors of the curriculum. Final course grades and their interpretation are listed below:
|
Grade
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Numerical Value
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Grade Point Average
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Interpretation of Academic Achievement
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A
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89.5 – 100
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4.0
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Excellent
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B
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79.5 - 89.49
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3.0
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Above Average
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C
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69.5 - 79.49
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2.0
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Satisfactory
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F
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69.49 or Below
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0.0
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Unacceptable
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This grading scale is strictly adhered to. There are NO exceptions.
Four exams (72%), Lab Report/Quizzes (16%), Homework (12%)
LABS:
Six Laboratory Experiments will be performed and a group laboratory report will be produce
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OPEN LABS: N/A
90/90 RULE: N/A
EXTRA CREDIT: 1-2 additional problems on exams
A complete listing of all Academic policies is found on the https://my.parker.edu/ICS/Academics_-_Coursework/Academics/Common_Policies/:
Absences for Religious Holidays
Academic Dishonesty
Academic Promotion, Probation and Dismissal Policy
Altering Grades on Exams
Appeals
Assistance and Accommodations
Attendance Policy
Audio/Video Taping
Cell Phones and Electronic Devices in Class
Classroom Behavior
Communications
Computer Usage
Exam Review
Examinations (Make up Exams/Lab Practicals)
Excused Absences
Final Examinations
Grading System
Late Instructors to Lecture/Lab
Grade Appeals Process
Missed Exam Policy
Professional Decorum
Special Needs Consideration
Student Bereavement Policy
DISCLAIMER
The lecture outlines contained in the lecture booklet are NOT intended to represent the entire content of the course. A lecture outline is intended to be a guide to the lecture. The responsibility of the instructor is to follow the outline, expand the concepts and give explanation and illustrations to clarify content. The role of the student is to attend lecture and take notes over material presented by the lecturer that explains and illustrates the material listed in the outline. It is also the responsibility of the student to question the instructor if explanations and illustrations are not clearly presented or understood.
The instructors take no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of old notes, quiz questions or exam questions that students may purchase, acquire from off of the internet or be given by previous students.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The provisions contained in this syllabus do not constitute a binding contract between the student and the Parker University, College of Chiropractic. These provisions may be changed at any time and for any reason at the discretion of the Course Director. When it is necessary to make changes to this document, appropriate notice (at least one week, if at all possible) will be given to the student(s).