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COURSE SYLLABUS, Spring 2012Physics 180/180L

PHYSICS for SCIENTISTS and ENGINEERS 1 Great Basin College

OnlineInstructor: Dr. Gary Hanington

Office: Lundberg Hall Room 123C (in back of 123)School Phone: (775) 753 – 2330School Fax: (775) 738 – 8771School email: [email protected] USE WEBCAMPUS 1st

Office Hours: M-Th 4:30-5:30 PM

Course Number: 1001-LEC(88260) Elko Lecture1002-LAB(93764) Elko Lab

Submission Time: All assignments (homework, lab reports and TESTs) are due in by Sunday NIGHT 11:55 PM using WebCampus. Do not hand in anything late! See the schedule at the end of the syllabus for due dates.

Prerequisite: MATH 181 (Calculus 1)

Textbook: One textbook is required for this class. A simple lab notebook is also required.

Name: Physics for Scientists & Engineers with Modern PhysicsEdition: 8th Author: Serway and Jewett Publisher: Cengage Learning Copyright: 2010ISBN - 13: 9781439048443 ISBN - 10: 1439048444

Or

ISBN: 9781439048443 (as listed by the bookstore)

Rev - c

Your Lab book: Black Speckled (By Mead for example) or graph type from Walmart or GBC bookstore

mailto:[email protected]

Course Textbook Lab Notebook

Catalogue Description: PHYS 180/180L (4 credits)Calculus-based investigation of vectors, rectilinear and plane motion, particle dynamics, work and energy, linear momentum, rotational mechanics, torque, angular momentum, gravitation, fluids and oscillations. Weekly labs provide insight into material covered (Formerly PHYS 201)

Course Description and Objectives:

Physics 180 is a comprehensive 4 Credit calculus based engineering major first semester physics course. The topics to be covered will include measurements and conversions, motion, vectors, force, energy, momentum, center of mass, rotation, torque and angular momentum, equilibrium, gravitation, fluids and oscillations.

We will perform live laboratory experiments to demonstrate the concepts covered above. For offsite students these labs will be on-line presentations that you can download at your computer. These will consist of a short video taken of an actual lab being performed by the instructor or a student. These files may be downloaded on one’s home computer and saved and reviewed again and again to insure that the procedure and instructions are understood. The student will utilize the measurement information taken during the lab demonstration which will be attached as a file along with the video section, or utilize the data recorded in the live lab. The student will perform diligent analysis of the data yielding a detailed conclusion. The student performing the lab live in Elko may also view the video lab to see what the experiment will be about. In this manner the student can be more focused to the experiment before they do the actual lab. Offsite students must use the video lab technique unless they want to travel to Elko when the Lab is given. If a video lab is used, no time is wasted by setting up apparatus in incorrect configurations. Taking erroneous data (as happens many times in real experiments) is eliminated. By placing the virtual lab’s data information on-line, a comprehensive laboratory report with proper conclusions may be generated. Lab reports are a moderate percentage of your grade. The primary objective of this course is for students to be able to solve complicated multi-step problems involving physical phenomena using calculus, algebra, trigonometry, and geometry based mathematics. Passing this course will qualify individuals to move on to Physics for Scientists and Engineers 2 (PHYSICS 181).

In addition, you will make a simple 10 minute presentation about a famous physicist as part of your grade – it will be shared on-line with your fellow students.

Expected Course Outcomes (Objectives) and Measurements:

Listed below are the expected learner outcomes of the course, and the methods that will be used to measure students’ success in achieving these outcomes.

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Outcomes-----------------------------------------------

1. Determine the density of an object if the physical parameters are known.

2. Determine the distance a rock falls as a function of time.

3.. Perform basic vector algebra.

4. Determine the parabolic trajectory of an object fired from a gun.

5. Utilize Newton’s Second Law of motion – compare to Aristotle beliefs.

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Measurement-------------------------------------------

Homework#1, TEST#1, FINAL EXAM, Lab report#1.



Homework#4, TEST#4, FINAL EXAM,Lab report #4.

Homework#5, TEST#5, FINAL EXAM, Lab report #5.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES (Continued):

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6. Demonstrate calculations involving friction

7. Calculate work performed by a varying force system.

8. Work problems correctly involving the conservation of energy and heat loss.

9. Determine the center of mass of a non-parallel shaped object.

10. Demonstrate the solutions to rotational problems.

11. Solve problems that involve summation of torques.

12. Solve statically determinate simple structures.

13. E Utilize the Law of Universal Gravitation including laser eye safety (from the lab)

14. Demonstrate the use of Bernoulli’s

Law of fluid flow

15. Calculate the period of oscillation in a mass-spring system taking the mass of the spring into account.

Measurements (continued)

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Homework#6, TEST#6, FINAL EXAM, Lab report #6

Homework#7, TEST#7, FINAL EXAM, Lab report #7.









Self Assessment of Course.Upon completion of the course, students should meet the above listed expectations. An assessment of these goals will be measured at the end of the semester by specific problems dealing with each item occurring on the FINAL EXAM. From this data an analysis is performed by the instructor to determine the level of learning by the students for each listed outcome. This will be used as feedback to assess the teaching methods utilized in this course for that particular outcome. Historically, it has been the practice to devote more time to the two outcomes that show the lowest level of success – as determined from Final Exam measurements.

Method of Instruction:This course is a regimented on-line physics course complete with either a live lab or video laboratory depending on student accesibility. This is an IAV class where the lecture material will be presented over a closed circuit television. Since some students do not actually attend labs they must be prepared to be able to work with a minimum of guidance. The professor will answer all emails and attempt to help the student with difficult material. The video labs will correspond to the material being covered for that weeks lesson. There will be:

1. Weekly Homework2. Weekly Tests (Including a FINAL EXAM)3.. Weekly Lab reports 4. A One Page Term Paper due before the final exam.

New lessons start on Monday. It is your responsibility to check the schedule (attached to this syllabus) to see what is required and when the assignment is due. You should print out the schedule and constantly refer to it so you do not miss a deadline to turn material in. Everything is turned in using WebCampus. Do not wait until the last minute. The deadlines for this course are immutable

Homework: (Measurement)Starting with the first week, weekly homework assignments will be given with WebCampus. These are found in the Assessment section of WebCampus and may be accessed by clicking on the Homework icon on the main page for this course. There are important rules governing this aspect of the course:

Homework icon:

(Homework continued):

1. Homework will be ten problems from the material being covered that week. You will use WebCampus to answer the questions. Since you have a week to complete the homework, and it is an open-book environment, no partial credit can be given. You answer the questions using your computer. You just use the WebCampus function. Homework must be turned in by the cutoff time. It cannot be late. The cutoff time is always every week at Sunday Night 11:55 PM (including holidays). Everyone must be able to use WebCampus. There are no exceptions to this rule, do not bring me the homework, do not fax it in, do not email it to me directly, do not turn it in to my mailbox. Only use WebCampus. Only use WebCampus.

2. I will grade the homework turned in and you will be able to access it

using WebCampus. I will grade it by Monday night.

3. With WebCampus you have the ability to open the homework, close it and open it again. You can do this multiple times. You do not need to leave it open on your computer. However, once you officially submit your homework on your computer, it is gone, it cannot be re-submitted.

4. Homework problems will be multiple choice format. Homework questions will be selected from a database on a random basis. In other words, the questions on your homework assignment will be different from those of the next student.

Hopefully Helpful Hints: Make sure that your computer configuration is compatible with a WebCampus class. Go over the information provided by WebCampus. If you have technical questions go to the Technical Help Desk at your facility (e.g. High Tech Center in Elko). The phone number of the Elko HTC is: (775) 753-2160. It is a good idea to start the homework early in the week and turn it in by Friday. If a problem occurs, at least you have two days to solve the computer error. There is nothing that can be done if you have computer trouble at the last minute before the assignment is due and cannot turn it in. If you do not turn it in on time it will be recorded automatically as a zero. Always save your files just in case a problem occurs!

Tests:(Measurement) Weekly TESTs will be given in class at the beginning of lab period that is on Friday. They will not be multiple choice questions. Since this occurs at the beginning of lab time, you will want to make sure you complete the weekly test with enough time to setup and work the lab (if you are an Elko student).This is no time to start reading the material of the chapter.

1. Tests will be five problems of increasing hardness from the material we covered two weeks prior. You will hand in the TEST in class

and at the off-sites to the proctor or facilitator. Since TESTs are open-book and open notes - no partial credit can be given. TESTs will not have a time limit but the class shuts down at

exactly 4:45 PM.

2. I will grade the TEST turned in and hand it back by the upcoming Monday class.

3. TEST questions will NOT be multiple choice format. You must submit the proper answer for credit. I do not look at your work - you can use whatever calculation method works best for you. TEST questions will be selected from a database on a random basis. In other words, the questions on your TEST may be different from those of the next student.

4. The FINAL EXAM will be taken during FINAL EXAM week. It will be comprehensive and cover all chapters. It will be an in-class test. It will have a longer time format. The rules about missing the FINAL EXAM are the same as missing a TEST.

5. You cannot use a computer, Laptop, iPhone, cell phone, or any electronic device except a calculator during an in-class TEST.

Labs: (Measurement) As mentioned earlier, there will be labs due every week. These will serve to teach the method of scientific investigation and to demonstrate physics concepts being discussed that weeks lesson. Procedures for Lab Reports are found in the Assignment section of WebCampus (or under the icon on the main page). You will download the procedure prior to coming to class and if you want, you can watch the listed video so that you can get an idea of what to do once you get into the lab. Students not actually performing the experiment may utilize the video and the data file to generate data for their lab report as if they actually engaged in performing the experiment. You will need to be able to utilize a spreadsheet program (such as EXCEL) to print charts and extract information from data. There are important rules governing this aspect of the course:

(labs continued):

Lab Icon:

1. Your lab report must be turned by the cutoff time using WebCampus. It cannot be late. The cutoff for the lab report is Sunday night 11:55 PM (including holidays) with the day for that lab listed. Everyone must be able to use WebCampus. There are no exceptions to this rule, do not bring me the lab report, do not fax it in, do not email it to me directly, do not turn it in to my mailbox. Only use WebCampus. Only use WebCampus.

2. I will grade the lab report turned in using WebCampus with

comments.

3. Please make sure that you provide everything that is asked for in the procedure. The procedure will list the point structure of the report grading. If you leave out required sections you can rest assured that you will not get the credit for those sections. You should check that you have incorporated every listed requirement prior to handing in your report.

4. Please turn in all assignments in Microsoft WORD. If you send it in any other format I cannot download and grade it. If I cannot grade it, you will get a zero. Remember, do not use WordPerfect, do not use any other program other than Mircosoft WORD. The college officially uses WORD. Do not turn your report in in EXCEL. If you use EXCEL to plot a chart, copy and paste the chart into your lab report. If you use POWERPOINT to draw a picture, copy and paste that picture into your report. Do not give me a POWERPOINT file to look at. Do not send me a JPG file. I will only open your WORD file to grade so do not attach other files that you want me to open.

5. Please save the lab report file with a filename that has your name in it as well as the assignment.. For example: “PHYS180LAB1.2011JillSmith.doc”. This makes it easier for both you and I.

6. Once you submit the lab report on your computer, it is gone, it cannot be re-submitted.

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7. You cannot just copy your friend’s lab report and submit it. Data presented with the video labs may be different for you. I know who is getting what data and will grade your results accordingly.

8. You CAN send me an EXCEL file (or other types) for me to look at to make sure you are on the right track. But when you officially submit your report, it must be in WORD.

PRESENTATION: (Measurement) In addition to the above, a ten minute presentation will be required. It is to be about a famous scientist, engineer, inventor, chemist, or astronomer that you select. This presentation will count as 5 points toward your final grade. It is be made near the end of the course in December. Ample instructions will be given about this assignment beforehand.

About missing a Homework assignment, Lab report, TEST or Presentation: Here are the rules:

1. If you do not submit the assignment when due, or do not take the exam when it is given, you will receive a zero for that assignment. It cannot be made up. Please do not ask.

2. You can be excused and the due date shifted if you make prior arrangements with me. For example, you may have to go on a business trip where there is just no way you can complete an assignment being out of town. We will work it out but you must let me know ahead of time and not after the fact. You must email me before the due date (or test time). All will be fine as long as you let me know ahead of time and I respond that this postponement is acceptable!

If you were working for a large company (like Walmart), you would be fired if you did not show up to your job or call in. That is called a “no call - no show”. There are always blockages in the road of life, we all have them from time to time, but not calling in to notify people that you have a problem would be irresponsible. There are reasonable limitations set on this section however. For example, you cannot do this every week.

3. You can be excused if you provide a medical doctors note explaining that you could not complete the assignment or test due to a medical emergency. This exception is listed for students who have an unforeseeable emergency occur and are just unable to complete the material. There are reasonable limitations set on this section as well.

4. If you are excused for missing an assignment or TEST and have to take a makeup or submit the homework or lab at another agreed upon time - it may take weeks to get it graded since it is out of synchronization. All attempts will be made to place your grade into the main grade book however your grade for an out of synchronization item may not show up at all on WebCampus. Please understand this point.

Grading:Not all activities carry the same weight. Here is how we will partition the sections:

Test: 40 %Homework: 25%Term paper: 5 %Lab reports: 20 %Final exam: 10 %

Obviously, it is important to be prepared to do your best on the weekly TEST. I have decided to give a weekly TEST so the amount of material that you have to study for each week is minimized. In the past I have noticed that some students may gather together and complete the homework collectively. This usually improves the stronger students but injures the weaker ones. Remember the weekly TEST is an independent effort - you take it solo. Since the questions will be different for each student, there is no way that you can take a TEST and copy from your fellow students. It is best if you work the homework problems yourself. If you are having trouble, see the Tutoring Center for help. Emailing the instructor is another way to get help understand difficult problems.

If your calculated grade is:

Between 100% and 97% = A+ (listed as A) 96% and 90% = A

89% and 87% = B+86% and 80% = B

79% and 77% = C+76% and 70% = C69% and 51% = Dless than 50% = F

FAQ:

“I usually get A’s in all of my courses but I am doing poorly in your class. Do you drop the lowest test?”ANSWER: No

“Are you going to grade this course on a curve?”ANSWER: No

“Why am I doing so bad in your class?” “ I try to do some of the problems at the end of the chapter but I don’t always get them.”ANSWER: YOU HAVE TO DO AND UNDERSTAND EVERY PROBLEM AT THE END OF THE CHAPTER WHERE YOU CAN CHECK YOUR ANSWER.

Incorporation of the General Education Objectives into Physics 180 (not a Gen-Ed course)

Communication Skills (strong component): Fourteen written lab reports on quantitative physics related investigations are required. All reports will follow a standard format of introduction, observations, discussions and conclusions. Reports are graded (100 points each) and are tabulated at the end of the semester for overall completion of this assignment. Assessment of percentage of completion will be made on this section for compliance.

Critical Thinking (strong component):Quantitative Ability (significant): The Laboratories specifically require measurement, detailed mathematic manipulation of the data, and the creation of graphs, sketches and photos. Assessment of completion will be made on each report topic as to its thoroughness of presentation.

Reasoning and Independent Thought (significant): Homework exercises require reasoning and independent thought based on the interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative information. Many homework questions require reasoning and the application of mathematics, not just the memorization of terms. Assessment of this area will be made in conjunction with expected learner outcomes (as listed earlier) and tested on the Final Exam.

Scientific Understanding (significant): All principles taught in this course are based on scientific reasoning with interpretations based on facts. The required lab reports introduce the use of the scientific method, the gathering of observations and drawing of conclusions when required. Assessment of percentage of completion will be made on this section for compliance.

Personal and Cultural Awareness (minimal component):Sense of the Individual in Society (very little): This General Education

objective is not a significant component of this course and is not assessed.

Sense of the Past (some component): The history of the study of physical science has been ongoing since the beginning of time. Areas such as the move from Aristotle type thinking to that using the scientific method will be discussed. Whenever possible, a progression of human achievements will be shown with their historical consequences. The degree of achievement of this goal will be assessed by percentage of students correctly answering questions on the Final Exam which pertain to this area, (see learner outcome #5).

Sense of Accountability (minimal component): The correct and responsible use of energy on the Earth’s will be noted when applicable. The degree of achievement of this goal will be assessed by percentage of students correctly answering questions on the Final Exam which pertain to this area, (see learner outcome #8).

Appreciation of Fine Arts (no degree): This General Education objective is not a significant component of this course and is not assessed.

Personal Wellness (some degree):Personal safety is considered in the discussion of laboratory experiments. The

degree of achievement of this goal will be assessed by percentage of students correctly answering questions on the Final Exam which pertain to this area, (see learner outcome #13).

Technological Understanding (moderate component):Students are introduced to microscopes, electronic balances, digital thermometers, and other modern observational equipment. Laboratory reports and homework assignments will be produced using appropriate word processing, presentation, photo processing and spreadsheet software. Students will use WebCampus to access class materials and submit assignments. An overall objective examination of this section will be made and achievement success of this General Education goal will be gauged by the instructor at the completion of the class.

Academic Honesty:Academic dishonesty in any form (such as cheating and plagiarism) will not be tolerated by the instructor AND Great Basin College. Academic dishonesty can result in a failing grade (F), academic suspension, or expulsion from the class and/or the college.

Attendance:Attendance will not be taken. You are responsible for the work to be turned in on time.

Withdrawal:A student may receive a "W" (withdraw) grade only if withdrawal occurs before the end of the thirteenth week of the semester. To withdraw, the student must inform the instructor verbally or in writing why the withdrawal is taking place, and must formally withdraw through student services. If a student does not complete the course, but does not formally withdraw, an "F" grade will be issued. "I" grades for "incomplete" will be given only under the most extenuating circumstances, and only with prior approval of the instructor.

Services for Students with Disabilities:"GBC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. An advisor is available to discuss appropriate accommodations with students. Please contact the ADA Officer in Elko at (775) 753 - 2271 at your earliest convenience to request timely and appropriate accommodations".

Not a Contract Disclaimer: This document does not in any way represent a contract.

Hopefully Helpful Hints:

Taking classes with Web Campus is a new experience for most students. With transportation costs rising, you will find that this is indeed classroom of the future. It does take some time getting used to this method of doing homework and turning in assignments however. Gone are the friendly reminders from a concerned professor at the front of the classroom. Now the only communication tool is the computer screen directly in front of your eyes - which many times can be un-caring and cold. How many times have we seen a program just freeze and the only window that pops up says:

“An unexpected error occurred…………”

and the only button you can click on is one that says “OK” There is no “NOT OK” button. Make sure you can proceed along with your computer with this class.

You must review the schedule. You must know what is due and allot yourself enough time to complete the tasks. You can join in the discussion section on WebCampus. Here, students can interact with one another and discuss complicated problems that they have trouble with. Dr. Hanington does not read the discussion group section. He considers this as the students section and lets them use this amongst themselves. Many students use this section of WebCampus to help each other out or complain about the course (That is what I am told). This is OK. This is America.

One last suggestion:

DO EVERY PROBLEM AT THE END OF THE CHAPTER that you can check your answer – usually about 75 problems. This is about 12 a night. At the beginning it will be agonizingly slow. After a while you will build confidence in yourself and it will go much easier.

CHECK YOUR ANSWERS WITH THE BOOK. I WILL MAKE THE EVEN PROBLEM SOLUTION AND ANSWERS AVAILABLE TO ALL – just email me for these.

IF YOU GET THE PROBLEM WRONG - KEEP DOING THE PROBLEM UNTIL YOU GET IT CORRECT.

IF YOU DO NOT GET THE CORRECT ANSWER, ASK THE PROFESSOR FOR HELP VIA EMAIL.

DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT JUST TRY A FEW PROBLEMS IN THE BOOK AND THINK YOU KNOW THE CHAPTER. YOU DO NOT KNOW THE CHAPTER. YOU WILL FIND YOURSELF SO FAR BEHIND THAT YOU CANNOT POSSIBLE CATCH UP. Each chapter builds on the previous chapter.

*********YOU MUST DO EVERY PROBLEM AT THE END OF THE CHAPTER THAT YOU CAN CHECK YOUR ANSWER. THIS GOES FOR THE VERY HARD PROBLEMS. DO NOT JUST TRY A FEW PROBLEMS IN THE BOOK AND THINK YOU KNOW THE CHAPTER. YOU DO NOT KNOW THE CHAPTER. THIS IS THE ONLY WAY YOU WILL PASS THIS COURSE**********************.

Material we will study for PHYSICS 180 Fall 2010:

Week starting (Monday) Chapter Basic Description------------------------------- ----------- ----------------------------------------

8/29 1 Measurement

9/5 2 Motion along a Straight Line

9/12 3 Vectors

9/19 4 Motion in 2 and 3 Dimensions

9/26 5 Force and Motion #1

10/3 6 Force and Motion #2

10/10 7 Kinetic Energy and Work

10/17 8 Potential Energy / Conservation of Energy

10/24 9 Center of Mass / Linear Momentum

10/31 10 Rotation

11/7 11 Rolling, Torque, and Angular Momentum

11/14 12 Equilibrium and Elasticity

11/21 13 Gravitation

11/28 14 Fluids

12/5 15 Oscillations

12/12 FINAL EXAM WEEK

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