Phy114 Physics II
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course represents the second semester of a standard algebra-trigonometry based freshman physics course. Electromagnetism, light, and the foundations of quantum mechanics are the major topics in this course. Topics include electric charge, Coulomb's Law, the electric field, electric potential, capacitance, electric currents, Ohm's Law, resistivity, DC circuits, Kirchoff's Rules, Magnetism, Ampere's Law, the Hall effect, Faraday's Law of Induction, Lenz's law, electric generators, transformers, inductance, LR, RC, and LRC series circuits, time constants, impedance, Maxwell's equations, and electromagnetic waves. The study of light includes geometric optics and the wave nature of light. The course ends with an introduction to the special theory of relativity and the quantum mechanics of atoms. The course makes heavy use of the PASCO 750 MBL interface in the lab component, along with Electronic Workbench's Multisim 2001 circuit design software.
Prerequisites:
BPHY112 (Physics I), BMAT211 (Algebra-Trig II) or POI
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Credit Hours: 4
Instructor: Doyle V. Davis
OFFICE : Room 136
Phone: 603 752-1113 x1360
TEXTBOOK:
Physics
5th edition by Douglas Giancoli, Prentice-Hall, ISBN 0-13-611971-9
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
As a result of this course the student will be able to:
Understand the mechanical, electrical, magnetic, thermal, and optical properties of materials including the stress, strain, shear, flexure, thermal expansion and conductivity, heat loss/gain, specific heat capacity, electrical resistance and conductivity, resistivity, capacitance, Faraday's Law of Induction, Lenz's Law, inductance, impedance, series and parallel circuits, the reflection, refraction, and diffraction of light.
Understand the foundations of the special theory of relativity, and the quantum theory and atomic structure of atoms.
LEARNING ACTIVITIES:
Learning activities will include:
Use spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel to analyze data taken in experiments and produce tables and graphs as part of a laboratory report.
Use Electronic Workbench's Multisim 2001 to design and test DC and ACelectrical circuits.
Use PASCO'S 750 Interface and DataStudio software to design and take data for various experiments supporting topics covered in the course.
Students will watch a series of video segments from the award-winning Physics: Cinema Classics laser videodiscs that contain demonstrations of the mechanical, electrical, magnetic, and optical properties of materials as well as a clear introduction to atomic physics.
ASSESSMENT PROCESS AND GRADING POLICY:
Short Quizzes
Short quizzes (usually less than 20 minutes) and homework assignments are given each week over the material covered the previous week. The purpose of each quiz and homework assignment is to determine if students understand a concept, problem solving technique, and/or definition which has been covered during the previous week. At the end of the course, the lowest of the short quizzes/homework assignments is dropped before determining the average of the short quiz/homework assignment scores. The short quizzes are usually of the closed book type and include definitions of terms, multiple choice and/or problems to solve. The average of the short quizzes will count 10% of the total grade.
Chapter Tests
Tests are given every three to four weeks. These tests cover material in the textbook plus any information given to the student in the form of handouts. They serve as a formative assessment of the student's current understanding of the material. Each test consists of a "closed book" part and an "open-book" part. The closed book part consists generally of definitions, multiple choice, and fill-in-the blank questions designed to test the conceptual understanding of the material presented in the lectures. The "open book" part of each test is designed to test the student's ability to solve problems. On the open book section of the exam, students may use their books and notes. Dates for the tests are given in the course timetable although these dates may be changed depending on outside factors such as inclement weather. The average of the chapter tests will count 30% of the total grade.
Lab Activities
Students will receive a grade for each lab completed. The grade on each lab is determined by several factors including answers to questions on the Lab Activity sheets, the quality of the spreadsheet presentation tables and graphs, and the accuracy of the results obtained in the experiment. Students have one week to complete a lab and return the answers to questions related to the lab activity.
No late lab reports will be accepted.
The "lab average" will be calculated by computing the numerical average of the scores on all labs. This will count for 35% of the final grade.
Comprehensive Final Exam
A comprehensive examination will be given during the last full week of the course (See course timetable.) The exam will cover all topics which have appeared on previous quizzes and chapter tests plus any material upon which students have not been tested since the last set of chapter tests. This final exam counts as 25% of the final grade. Students may use their books and notes on parts but not all of the final exam. The examination also includes questions related to the lab activities covered in the course. Students have the entire week to complete the exam.
Calculating the final numerical grade average:
Example: Suppose the average of the short quizzes a student has taken is 80 (after the lowest quiz is dropped). Since the short quiz average counts 10% of the grade, take 80 and multiply by 0.1. If the average of the chapter tests is 70, take 70 and multiply by 0.30 since the test average counts 30% of the grade, Now let's say the student has a 90 lab average. Since the lab counts for 35% of grade, take 90 and multiply by 0.35. Finally, let's suppose the student makes an 80 on the final exam. Since this counts for 25% of the grade, we multiply the 80 x 0.25.
The total points which have earned is therefore:
80(.10) + 70(0.30) + 90(0.35) + 80(0.25) =80.5 or 81
The total numerical average is 81 which is a letter grade of B-. A summary of the final numerical average and corresponding letter grade appears in the table below.
| Final Average |
|
Grade |
| >93 |
|
A |
| 90-92 |
|
A- |
| 87-89 |
|
B+ |
| 83-86 |
|
B |
| 80-82 |
|
B- |
| 77-79 |
|
C+ |
| 73-76 |
|
C |
| 70-72 |
|
C- |
| 67-69 |
|
D+ |
| 63-66 |
|
D |
| 60-62 |
|
D- |
| 0 - 59 |
|
F |
The last day to drop this course is Nov. 6, 2002
SPECIFIC DIRECTIONS OR RECOMMENDATIONS:
- NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES ARE PERMITTED IN THE CLASS ROOM AND LABORATORIES !
Rooms 134 and 136 contain computers and electronics equipment which can be seriously damaged if exposed to liquids and food particles. There is also the potential risk of fire and/or electrocution if such equipment is accidentally short-circuited by spilled beverages and foods.
- A scientific calculator is required. It is strongly recommended that you get a graphing calculator such as the TI-82, TI-83, TI-85 or TI-86 or equivalent.
Remember, it is important to seek help from the instructor immediately if you feel you are falling behind. Your instructor is available at normal office hours (posted on door) and at other times by special appointment.
Class Schedule for Prof. Davis
- If you have a documented disability which may affect your performance in this course, please advise the instructor immediately so appropriate accommodations may be put in place. Accommodations may be arranged through the Disabilities Service Coordinator in room #106. Accommodations and assistive technology are available to students at no additional cost, and should be accessed at the beginning of each semester.
CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY:
- There is no makeup for short quizzes, chapter tests or labs which you miss unless there are extreme circumstances which prevented your attendance. You will receive a zero on any assessment activity which you missed during your absence.
It is very important to attend all classes and the labs. The course meets only once each week and consists of two seventy-five minute back to back classes which combine lecture, demonstrations, and computer activities followed by two 50 minute blocks of lab.
If you miss more than two labs or three lecture sessions, you will be administratively withdrawn from the course and receive an AW grade on your transcript.
- Missing more than 20 minutes of a class or lab without an excuse is considered an absence of that class.
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