Physics 112 Spring 2009

Policies                                                            Evaluation and Grading
Online Grade Review                                     Current Assignments

Instructor: Robert Philbin                                                                 Office:            Davis 238, 846-5518
Course Title:  Algebra Based Physics II with Lab

Course Number:       Physics 112 (5 credit hours)

Schedule:        MTWR 8:00-9:15 a.m.

Catalog Description:

Expands upon PHY 111 and covers sound waves, electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, optics, and modern physics. Explores the concepts and theories presented in class through demonstrations and hands-on experiments.

Prerequisites: PHY 111

Policies and Attendance

Attendance is expected. Homework may be collected at the beginning of the class period; absentees may not submit homework outside of class except for bona fide emergencies. Schedule your medical (and other) appointments outside of all of your class hours. The policy for academic honesty as published in the catalog (p28) applies to this course. No tobacco products are allowed in the physics lab.

Quizzes and exams must be taken at the scheduled times; missed quizzes and exams CANNOT be made up. Unannounced quizzes will be given. If you know ahead of time that you must miss a class, it is your responsibility to discuss that with me ahead of time.

Objectives

A.    Define each of the related vocabulary words.

B.     Recognize appropriate symbols used.

C.     State the concepts introduced.

D.    Distinguish between different concepts within a topic.

E.     Translate descriptive material to mathematical formulae.

F.      Translate mathematical formulae into charts, tables, or graphs.

G.    Interpret graphs or tables.

H.    Collect and organize data in a systematic manner.

I.       Present data by construction of charts and graphs.

J.       Evaluate the relevancy of data.

K.    Write a formal report.

L.     Set up and solve problems using geometry, algebra, and trigonometry as required.

M.   Demonstrate presecribed problem solving methods.

N.    Read, analyze and apply concepts to new situations.

O.    Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.

Evaluation and Grading

Homework

25%

Use complete sentences for Qs. Always explain.

Late homework is worth 50%

Laboratory Notebook

15%

see Lab Notes

1 Lab Report

10%  

see Reports
Late reports lose 10% per day late.

Quizzes

25%

cannot be made up

Final

25%

1 pg notes allowed

Final grades follow 90, 80, 70, 60% cutoffs for A, B, C, and D, respectively.

Lab Reports - Two reports will be required for the semester.

Method of conducting class

Lecture, demonstration, laboratories, computer work.

Required Supplies and text

Physics, by Giambattista, Richardson, and Richardson; scientific calculator, bound lab notebook

Census Date:

January 26- Census date is the last date to drop a class without penalty.

Last Date to withdraw:

April 15 - This is the last day that a "W" can be assigned as a grade.

 

Integration of Critical Skills:   Students will develop and demonstrate proficiency in reading technical material, computing (Excel spreadsheets and Internet research), and problem solving, especially quantitative problems.

TSJC Mission Statement:

Trinidad State Junior College enriches the academic, technical, and cultural life of our diverse community. We are committed to offering traditional and alternate approaches to education, providing quality instruction, and promoting lifelong learning.