Sample Syllabus

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Physics with Calculus I
PHY 2048 - Fall Semester 2014 (Ref. Num. 196482)
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m., M, W in Science Building Room N108

Instructor: Dr. Zheng

Office: Room N312 in Science Building

Phone: 772-462-7516

E-Mail: qzheng@irsc.edu

Office Hours: Available during the office hours posted on the window of my office (room
N-312). If my office hours do not work for you because of schedule conflicts,
you can make an appointment for a time at our mutual convenience.

Textbook: Halliday & Resnicks Fundamentals of Physics, 10th Edition,
by Jearl Walker
ISBN-13: 9781118230718
We will cover chapters 1 - 13.

Physics Web Site: Web Sites for physics related news and information:
http://www.aps.org
http://www.aip.org

Web Site for the textbook:
http://www.wiley.com/college/halliday

Study Tips for Introductory Physics Students:
http://www.oberlin.edu/physics/dstyer/StudyTips.html

Solving Problems in Physics:
http://www.oberlin.edu/physics/dstyer/SolvingProblems.html

Topics to be covered:

Measurement, vectors, kinematics, dynamics, statics, mechanical energy and
work, system of particles, linear momentum, collisions, rotational motion, angular
momentum, and gravitation.

Course Learning Outcomes:

Use the scientific method, critically analyze and evaluate scientific data and
utilize analytical skills to solve problems relevant to the Engineering Physics
course.

Course Goals:
The student will study the basic principles of the Newtonian mechanics. He/She
will learn how to effectively identify fundamental physics concepts, reason through
physics questions, and solve quantitative physics problems. This course illustrates many
relevant applications of classical physics to everyday life and nature.

At the completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. use the principles of the Newtonian mechanics and mathematical reasoning(algebraic,
geometric, trigonometric, and calculus) in analyzing physics problems;
2. carry out the steps of analysis;
3. interpret the results or conclusions derived from the analysis process;
4. enhance logical and critical reasoning skills in solving physics problems;
5. use Blackboard for course content, documents, and communication;
6. use the internet for tutorial information;
7. use graphing calculator for assignments.

Class Attendance:
Regular attendance at lectures is expected but will not be used in calculating
student grades.

Grading Policy:
There will be four(4) unit tests plus a comprehensive final exam. Your course
grade will be calculated from your best three unit test scores and your final examination
score with the following weights:

Best three unit tests: 80%
Final Exam: 20%

A missed unit test will get zero and count as the drop test grade. Since you are
allowed to drop the lowest unit test score without a penalty, no make-up test will be
given. The only exceptions to this rule are (1) IRSC mandated travel, and (2) military
service. For both of these you must notify me before the exam; the make-up exam must
be taken within one week of the original exam date.

It is suggested that you check the grading of the tests with the answer key and
bring any question you may have to me. Any grading questions you may have must be
resolved with me within one week of the test hand-back date.

Cheating/Plagiarism:
Anyone caught cheating or plagiarizing will get an immediate F for the test and
will be reported to the Vice President of Student Affairs.

Americans with Disabilities Act:
In compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, and the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, professional disability specialists and support
staff at the Student Disability Services (SDS) facilitate a comprehensive range of
academic support services and accommodations for qualified students with disabilities.
IRSC offers many disability resources at on-campus labs. Students who wish to request
an accommodation for a documented disability should contact the SDS at 772-462-7782
or 772-462-7808.
Student Responsibilities:
First and foremost, attend every class. You are responsible for the material
discussed in class and any announcements made in class. Absence from class does not
relieve you of this responsibility.

You should not assume that the instructor will drop you from the class just
because of poor attendance. If you are unable to complete the semester, it is entirely your
responsibility to withdraw from the course by November 17, 2014. Failure to do so may
result in an F for the course.

The textbook is clearly written with excellent illustrations and many modern
examples and applications. Read the textbook before coming to class. Be prepared to
ask questions about what you read. Class time will be much more interesting for
everyone if there is lively discussion. Homework problems are assigned for each chapter.
Work the homework problems on your own. Try hard to work them before seeking for
assistance.

A basic rule: If you can't do many of the problems, you do not understand the
material. It is very easy to simply print the answers to the homework problems and go on
about your life. That is a very bad practice which has caused many a student to crash and
burn. Don't do it!

Helpful advice:

1. IRSC Academic Support Center;
2. Find a study partner;
3. Come and see me and ask questions, Dont sit for hours in vain trying to
do the homework;
4. If you are seriously considering of dropping the course, please come and
talk to me first.

In former classes, some students have used solutions manual or my solutions as
guide to working the homework problems, instead of as a check after having worked the
problems. Beware, these students did not do well on the tests. On the tests, you will
need to solve problems on your own. You will have to learn how to solve problems on
your own. If you need help on homework get started early. I will not be able to spend
lots of extra time with someone who only begins coming one week before the final exam.

Cell phone and electronic device use policy: The use of cell phones and/or other electronic
device are prohibited during class at IRSC. All cell phones must be set on silent or off
during the class period. Any student who uses a cell phone to make or answer a call, or
send and read text messages or emails, other than IRSC emergency messages during class
time may be asked to leave and may be considered absent for that class. No student has
the right to disturb the teaching and learning process.

Withdrawals: Thursday, November 6, 2014 is the last day to withdraw from the class
with a "W". Instructor withdraw will NOT be given after Thursday, November 6,
2014. It is entirely your responsibility to withdraw from the course if you feel that
you are unable to complete the course. Failure to do so may result in an F for the
course. However you are encouraged to consult with me before you decide to drop
from the class.

Special note on withdrawals:
PHY2048L is a corequisite of the lecture PHY2048. If you withdraw from
PHY2048, you must withdraw from PHY2048L.

Official Holidays, No classes:
September 1, 2014, Monday Labor Day
November 11, 2014, Tuesday Veterans Day
November 26, 27 and 28, 2014, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Thanksgiving Holidays

Tentative Exam Schedule: Test 1 September 10, Wednesday
Test 2 October 1, Wednesday
Test 3 October 27, Monday
Test 4 November 24, Monday
Final Exam December 10, 2014, Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m.

Reading and Homework Assignments:

Chapter 1: Measurement
Read all sections.

Chapter 2: Motion along a Straight Line
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 33: 23
page 34: 34, 35, 36
page 35: 41, 42, 49, 51
page 36: 56, 58, 60, 64
page 37: 82
page 38: 91, 93, 94, 98
page 39: 100

Chapter 3: Vector
Read sections 3.1 through 3.8.
Homework Problems:
page 57: 2
page 58: 31

Chapter 4: Motion in Two and Three Dimensions
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 84: 14
page 85: 20, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32
page 86: 36
page 87: 48, 52, 55, 56, 58
page 90: 90
page 91: 109
page 92: 123, 125

Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Review (9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
Unit Test #1 (12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Chapter 5: Force and Motion (I)
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 119: 33, 34
page 120: 49, 50, 56, 57
page 121: 64
page 122: 67, 71, 73, 78

Chapter 6: Force and Motion (II)
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 141: 20
page 142: 23, 25, 26, 27, 29
page 143: 34, 35
page 144: 49, 57
page 145: 59, 61, 66
page 146: 70
page 147: 79, 88
page 148: 98

Chapter 7: Kinetic Energy and Work
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 171: 15, 16
page 172: 24, 27
page 173: 31, 38, 39, 42
page 174: 46, 57
page 175: 58
page 176: 83

Wednesday October 1, 2014
Review (9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
Unit Test #2 (12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Chapter 8: Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy
Read section 8.1 through 8.5, and sections 8.7 and 8.8; omit section 8.6.
Homework Problems:
page 202: 4, 6, 7
page 203: 15, 21
page 204: 22, 23, 29, 30, 31
page 205: 34, 36
page 206: 48, 53, 55
page 207: 57, 62, 64, 65
page 208: 67, 69, 72
page 210: 86, 91, 93
page 211: 110

Chapter 9: Center of Mass and Linear Momentum
Read section 9.1 through 9.11; omit section 9.12.
Homework Problems:
page 247: 4, 5, 13
page 248: 22
page 249: 25,33
page 250: 38, 44
page 251: 51, 56, 58
page 252: 59, 60, 64, 68
page 253: 73, 75
page 254: 84, 89, 90, 97
page 255: 101, 105, 110

Monday, October 27, 2014
Review (9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
Unit Test #3 (12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Chapter 10: Rotation
Read all sections.
Homework Problems:
page 287: 10, 12
page 288: 17, 23, 26
page 289: 33, 41
page 290: 46, 51, 52
page 291: 63, 66
page 292: 71, 81
page 293: 83, 87

Chapter 11: Rolling, Torque, and Angular Momentum
Read section 11.1 through 11.11; omit sections 11.12.
Homework Problems:
page 320: 1
page 321: 9, 12, 14, 15, 16
page 322: 29, 33
page 323: 37, 46
page 324: 52
page 325: 60
page 326: 82, 83

Monday, November 24, 2014
Review (9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
Unit Test #4 (12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Chapter 12: Equilibrium and Elasticity
Read section 12.1 through 12.5; omit sections 12.6 and 12.7.
Homework Problems:
page 345: 10
page 346: 15, 17
page 347: 25, 28
page 350: 55
page 352: 73
page 353: 78

Chapter 13: Gravitation
Read section 13.1 through 13.8; omit section 13.9.
Homework Problems:
page 379: 8, 10, 13
page 380: 16
page 381: 31, 37, 43, 45
page 382: 53
page 383: 65
page 385: 90

Comprehensive Final Exam: Wednesday, December 10, 2014
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grading Scale: 90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
0-59 F

All policies described above are subject to change which will be announced
during regular class hours. I encourage you to seek my help if you need it. You may
make an appointment to meet with me, but that is not necessary, it just may be
more convenient for you.