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Physics Syllabus 101 AVC Summer 2016

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Physics Syllabus 101 AVC Summer 2016

This document outlines the syllabus for an introductory physics course. It provides information on course details like meeting times and location, instructor contact information, grading criteria, expectations, and typical assignments. It also lists topics to be covered, student learning outcomes, and describes evaluation methods and course standards.

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ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE

Physics 101 Course Syllabus — Introductory Physics


Summer 2016
Meeting Time: Monday – Thursday 7:00 p.m. –10:05 p.m.
Meeting Rooms: Health Science HS 119 and 251
Instructor: Jonathan Over, M.S. Mechanical Engineering, M.A. Education
Text: “College Physics.” Serway. Tenth Edition.
“Physics 101 Lab Manual.” C. Valiotis et al.
Course Units: 4 (lecture and lab)
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone Phone: 661 722-6300 EXT 2135
Course Grade Criteria:
Assignment Percentage of Total Grade
Homework 10
Labs 10
Reading Quizzes 10
Tests (Six) 30
Final 20
Oral Panel Discussion 10
Class Assignments 10
Total 100

A 90 – 100 % Far exceeded the standard for all required work


B 80 – 89.9 % Exceeded the standard for all required work.
C 70 – 79.9 % Met the standard for all required work.
D 60 – 69.9 % Did not meet the standard for all required work.
F 0 – 59.9 % Did not meet the minimum standard for all required work. Must retake the course.

Homework Standards
Work must be neat and well organized. Sloppy work invariably leads to errors. This includes the appropriate
use of units. In 1999, NASA’s Mars orbiter, which cost $125 million dollars, was destroyed because of
sloppiness. Also, it is strongly suggested to use words to explain homework solutions.

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Academic Misconduct
The Student Code of Conduct as stated in the current Student Handbook will be enforced. The disciplinary
procedure and the student due process are described in this document and can be obtained from the Office of the
Dean of Student Affairs. Charges of misconduct and disciplinary sanctions may be imposed upon those who
violate these standards of conduct or provisions of college regulations.

Expectations
Interaction in class and collaboration are key components in this class. I have strong pedagogy in math and
science education and plan to bring out the best out of all of you. Be prepared to allow your best to come out.
Some of the information in this syllabus is subject to change. Be prepared for changes in assignments, specific
homework, exam dates, assignment expectations, and class specific information that will be announced in class.
Inappropriate and disruptive cell phone use in the class is not acceptable. Laptops and tablets with strong
computational spreadsheet abilities are welcomed. Class assignments will vary per topic but may include
leading class discussion, oral presentations / defenses, and demonstrating Excel Spreadsheet problems. Food
and drinks are not allowed in either classroom. Water, in most cases, is acceptable. Do bring a scientific
calculator.

Typical Homework Assignments


Be prepared at the beginning of every class to discuss homework assignments. Assignments will be closely
related to the course objectives, content, and the methods of evaluation. A range of homework assignments will
be provided. Homework assignments are discussed in detail later within this syllabus.

Evaluation Methods
Evaluation will be through the use of exams, quizzes, labs, projects, oral presentations / defenses, written
reports, homework assignments, and numerical assignments. Course objectives are listed within this syllabus.
Midterm and final exams will be open book and notes. Prohibited use of electronics during an exam violates
testing procedures and will result in no credit for that exam.

Course Standards
The college specifies that in preparation for every course students will have satisfied all prerequisites unless the
instructor gives an exception. During the course itself the students must achieve certain specified learning
outcomes. All student performance assessments depend upon the accomplishment of these outcomes. Students
are graded on achievement and classroom participation. It is the student’s responsibility to come to class

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prepared. Lack of participation and attendance will reduce the student’s performance and thus the student’s
scores. The college trusts each student to maintain high standards of honesty and ethical behavior. All
assignments submitted in fulfillment of course requirements must be the student's own work. It is assumed that
students will perform professionally in preparing work required for this class.

Attendance Participation
Students will attend class. Exams and project reports will be drawn from the material covered in class.
Students who miss class through tardy or absence miss materials that will be on the exams. It is the student’s
responsibility to get any notes or announcements made during class. If you cannot attend class when an
assignment is due, electronic submission is acceptable. It is the student’s responsibility to drop a class before
the final drop date.

Method of Instruction
The method of instruction is consistent with the course content and appropriate to objectives. The instructor
will present course content to the students via the lab, with lectures, by observation and demonstration, and by
group projects.

Student Services
Students with disabilities should contact Disabled Student Services at 661 722 6360.

Topics
Catalog Description:
This course is the first part of a two-semester algebra-trig introductory physics course. Topics covered are
kinematics, Newton's laws, statics, linear momentum, linear-rotational analogs, rotational dynamics, energy and
its transformation, gravitation, fluids, heat and thermodynamics. (CSU, UC, AVC)

Course Content
The following is an outline of the topics to be covered. This list is subject to change based on course progress,
student feedback and/or if necessary to enhance student learning.
 Units  Kinematics
 Newton’s Laws  Energy
 Gravitation  Linear Momentum
 Rotational Dynamics  Torque

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 Archimedes’ Principal  Thermodynamics
 Fluid Dynamics  Heat
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Upon completion of course, the successful student will be able to perform the following:
1. Demonstrate comprehension of the variables, descriptions, and principles of motion and gravitation.
2. Demonstrate comprehension of the abstract ideas of energy and momentum.
3. Demonstrate comprehension of various conservation laws and their importance.
4. Demonstrate comprehension of the nature of the properties of fluids, thermal energy, and the kinetic
theory of matter.
5. Collect data, analyze it, and submit reports which demonstrate comprehension of the principles and
processes involved.
6. Solve and assess solutions of physics problems by selecting the appropriate physics principles.

Typical Homework Assignments


Assignments will be closely related to course objectives, content, and methods of evaluation. Reading
assignments will be given. Quizzes based on this reading will be given at the beginning of each class. This is
an educational activity that promotes frontloading and allows for greater class discussion. Writing assignments
will be required. Writing will include, but will not limited to, reports composed in technical writing style.
Students are at times required to respond in writing to explain, evaluate, or comment on the results of their
computations. Computational assignments will be given. Computational assignments will typically involve
calculations utilizing algebra and trigonometry. Assignments will include Internet research, computer
calculations, demonstrations, presentations, and spreadsheets.

Exams
Six tests will cover lectures, assignments, and associated labs. Final Exam will be comprehensive.

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