PHYS 2010 - College Physics I

Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology
Academic Discipline: Physics

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

4 Credit(s)
This is a calculus based physics course that has a study of Classical Newtonian Mechanics including measurement systems, dimensional analysis, vectors, scalars, linear, circular and rotational motion, forces in equilibrium, acceleration, work, and energy. A study of material properties including density, and hydraulic principles (both static and kinetic). Also a study of waves, and sound including simple harmonic motion, vibrations, reflection, transmission, interference and resonance for waves, intensity, sources, interference, and Doppler Effect for sound. UG

3 Lab Hour(s)

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required as Prerequisite or Concurrent Course(s): Take MATH 1151

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Write a lab report for each laboratory performed. Evaluation will be based on accuracy of data taken, logical consistency of mathematical methods, appropriateness of tables and graphs, completion of required steps, evaluation of the validity of the mathematical models used, identification of sources of error, appropriate use of technology and ability to communicate clearly in writing.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 1-16.
2. Calculate all missing kinematical variables (including direction of the variable when appropriate), given a problem in one or two-dimensional kinematics (involving position, velocity, and acceleration) of a single object with a constant acceleration.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 1-16.
3. Add vectors in two dimensions given in rectangular form, and express the answer in rectangular form.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 3-16.
4. Calculate the missing dynamical variables, including the reaction forces when appropriate, given a problem involving at most two masses, each with a constant acceleration using Newton’s laws of motion.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 5-16.
5. Solve for specified kinematical variables and use Newton’s laws of motion to find specified unknown dynamical variables, given a problem involving an object moving in a circle.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 7-16.
6. Solve a problem, involving constant interactions between no more than two objects, for the unknown dynamical and kinematical variables, given a problem involving the motion of an object with kinetic and gravitational potential energy using the principle of conservation of energy or the work- energy relationship.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 8-16.
6. Solve a problem, involving constant interactions between no more than two objects, for the unknown dynamical and kinematical variables, given a problem involving the motion of an object with kinetic and gravitational potential energy using the principle of conservation of energy or the work-energy relationship.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 8-16.
7. Calculate the missing kinematical variables, given a problem involving the collision of two objects in which linear momentum is conserved.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 10-16.
8. Calculate specified kinematical and dynamical variables using rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, and conservation of angular momentum, given a problem involving an object in rotational motion with constant angular acceleration.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 12-16.
9. Solve for the indicated variables for a given static mechanical system that includes both tension and compression members.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 13-16.
10. Solve for the indicated variables for mechanical waves, particularly standing waves in a stretched string or in an air column.	Homework, labs, quizzes, and exams during the weeks 14-16.

Evaluation of the above will be determined by:

1. The appropriate solution formula.

2. Correct substitution into said formula.

3. The logical consistency of the methods and mathematical steps.

4. Correctness of the final numerical result, including proper units.

The students will develop the following skills to meet the above outcomes.

1. Use computers as a tool to gather and process data from an experiment.

2. Identify and use the proper units for physical quantities.

3. Interpret and construct graphs and diagrams that describe relationships among physical variables and objects.

4. Interpret formulas by identifying the meaning of constants, describing the conditions for which the formula is valid, and using mathematical relationships to predict how a change in one variable affects the value of another variable.

5. Given a problem, decide what information is missing and what given information is irrelevant. Obtain the missing information and solve the problem.

6. Integrate learning from early units in the course to solve a problem later in the course.

7. Apply appropriate physics concepts to solve problems.

8. Determine whether or not the result of a calculation is reasonable.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 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-

00- 59 F

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