MASTER SYLLABUS
2017-2018
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Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology
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Discipline: Physics
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Course Number and Title: PHYS1110 General Physics I
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Course Coordinator: Gary Wood
Assistant Dean: Daniel Wagner
Instructor Information:
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Credit Hours: 4
Lecture: 3 hours
Laboratory: 3 hours
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Prerequisites: Can be concurrent with MATH1051 (min C-required)
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Syllabus Effective Date: Fall, 2017
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Textbook(s) Title:
Physics: Principles with Applications
 Author(s): Giancoli
 Copyright Year: 2013
 Edition: 7th
 ISBN #: 9780321625922 (Hardcover) or 9780321869111 (Loose-leaf)
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Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None
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Course Description: 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. This course meets the requirements for TAG# OSC014. If combined with PHYS1130,
TAG# OSC021 is met.
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College-Wide Learning Outcomes:
College-Wide Learning Outcome
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
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Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
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College-Wide Learning Outcome
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy
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Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Critical Thinking VALUE Rubric
Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:
Outcomes
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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.
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.
Add vectors in two dimensions given in rectangular form,
and express the answer in rectangular form.
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Use Newton's laws of motion to calculate the missing
dynamical variables, including the reaction forces when
appropriate, given a problem involving at most two masses,
each with a constant acceleration.
5. Find 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.
6. Use the principle of conservation of energy or the workenergy relationship to 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.
7. Calculate the missing kinematical variables, given a problem
involving the collision of two objects in which linear
momentum is conserved.
8. Find 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.
9. Solve for the indicated variables for a given static
mechanical system that includes both tension and
compression members.
10. Solve for the indicated variables for mechanical waves,
particularly standing waves in a stretched string or in an air
column.
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Assessments – How it is met
& When it is met
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
1-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
1-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
3-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
5-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
7-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
8-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
10-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
12-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
13-16
Class discussions, homework, labs,
quizzes, and exams during the weeks
14-16
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Evaluation of the above will be determined by:
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The appropriate solution formula
Correct substitution into said formula
The logical consistency of the methods and mathematical steps
Correctness of the final numerical result, including proper units
The students will develop the following skills to meet the above outcomes.
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Use computers as a tool to gather and process data from an experiment.
Identify and use the proper units for physical quantities.
Interpret and construct graphs and diagrams that describe relationships among physical variables and
objects.
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.
Given a problem, decide what information is missing and what given information is irrelevant. Obtain
the missing information and solve the problem.
Integrate learning from early units in the course to solve a problem later in the course.
Apply appropriate physics concepts to solve problems.
Determine whether or not the result of a calculation is reasonable.
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Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):
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Introduction, Measurement, Estimating
Describing Motion: Kinematics in One Dimension
Kinematics in Two Dimensions; Vectors
Motion and Force: Dynamics
Circular Motion; Gravitation
Work and Energy
Linear Momentum
Rotational Motion
Static Equilibrium; Elasticity and Fracture
Vibrations & Waves
Course Assignments:
Week
1
Topics/ Chapter - Section
1 Introduction, Measurement, Estimating
1-1
The Nature of Science
1-2
Physics and its Relation to Other Fields
1-3
Models, Theories, and Laws
1-4
Measurement and Uncertainty; Significant Figures
1-5
Units, Standards, and the SI System
1-6
Converting Units
1-7
Order of Magnitude: Rapid Estimating
1-8
Dimensions and Dimensional Analysis
2 Describing Motion: Kinematics in One Dimension
2-1
Reference Frames and Displacement
2-2
Average Velocity
2-3
Instantaneous Velocity
2-4
Acceleration
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Lab
Graph Matching
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Week
2
3
4
5
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Topics/ Chapter - Section
2 Describing Motion: Kinematics in One Dimension
2-5
Motion at Constant Acceleration
2-6
Solving Problems
2-7
Falling Objects
2-8
Graphical Analysis of Linear Motion
3 Kinematics in Two Dimensions; Vectors
3-1
Vectors and Scalars
3-2
Addition of Vectors—Graphical Methods
3-3
Subtraction of Vectors, and Multiplication of a Vector by
a Scalar
3-4
Adding Vectors by Components
3 Kinematics in Two Dimensions; Vectors
3-5
Projectile Motion
3-6
Solving Problems Involving Projectile Motion
3-7
Projectile Motion Is Parabolic
4 Motion and Force: Dynamics
4-1
Force
4-2
Newton's First Law of Motion
4-3
Mass
4-4
Newton's Second Law of Motion
4-5
Newton's Third Law of Motion
4-6
Weight—the Force of Gravity; and the Normal Force
4 Motion and Force: Dynamics
4-7
Solving Problems with Newton’s Laws: Free-Body
Diagrams
4-8
Applications Involving Friction, Inclines
4-9
Problem Solving—A General Approach
5 Circular Motion; Gravitation
5-1
Kinematics of Uniform Circular Motion
5-2
Dynamics of Uniform Circular Motion
5-3
Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation
5-4
Gravity Applications
5-5
Types of Forces in Nature
6 Work and Energy
6-1
Work Done by a Constant Force
6-3
Kinetic Energy, and the Work-Energy Principle
6-4
Potential Energy
6-5
Conservative and Nonconservative Forces
6 Work and Energy
6-6
Mechanical Energy and Its Conservation
6-7
Problem Solving Using Conservation of Mechanical
Energy
6-8
Other Forms of Energy; Energy Transformations and
Conservation of Energy
6-9
Energy Conservation with Dissipative Forces: Solving
Problems
6-10
Power
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Lab
Velocity and
Acceleration
with tape timers
and with sensors
Force Table
Projectile
Motion
Force, Mass, &
Acceleration
Friction - Static
and Kinetic
Centripetal
Force
Work Done by a
Variable Force
Energy
Conservation Ball Drop
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Week
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15
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Topics/ Chapter - Section
7 Linear Momentum
7-1
Momentum and Its Relation to Force
7-2
Conservation of Momentum
7-3
Collisions and Impulse
7-4
Conservation of Energy and Momentum in Collisions
7-5
Elastic Collisions in One Dimension
7-6
Inelastic Collisions
7-7
Center of Mass (CM)
7-8
Center of Mass and Translational Motion
8 Rotational Motion
8-1
Angular Quantities
8-2
Constant Angular Acceleration
8-3
Rolling Motion (Without Slipping)
8-4
Torque
8 Rotational Motion
8-5
Rotational Dynamics; Torque & Rotational Inertia
8-6
Solving Problems in Rotational Dynamics
8-7
Rotational Kinetic Energy
8-8
Angular Momentum and Its Conservation
9 Static Equilibrium; Elasticity and Fracture
9-1
The Conditions for Equilibrium
9-2
Solving Statics Problems
9-3
Stability and Balance
9-4
Elasticity; Stress and Strain
9-5
Fracture
9-6
Arches and Domes
11 Vibrations & Waves
10-1
Simple Harmonic Motion
10-2
Energy in the Simple Harmonic Oscillator
10-3
The Period and Sinusoidal Nature of SHM
10-4
The Simple Pendulum
10-5
Damped Harmonic Motion
10-6
Forced Vibrations; Resonance
11 Vibrations & Waves
10-7
Wave Motion
10-8
Types of Waves: Transverse and Longitudinal
10-9
Energy Transported by Waves
10-10 Intensity Related to Amplitude and Frequency
10-11 Reflection and Transmission of Waves
10-12 Interference; Principle of Superposition
10-13 Standing Waves; Resonance
10-14 Refraction
10-15 Diffraction
10-16 Mathematical Representation of a Traveling Wave
Lab
Ballistic
Pendulum Approx V0
Torque and
Mechanical
Equilibrium
NEW Ballistic
Pendulum Exact V0
Spring-Boom
Crain
Hooke's Law &
Simple
Harmonic
Motion
Standing waves
in a string
Recommended Grading Scale:
NUMERIC
93–100
90–92
87–89
83–86
80–82
GRADE
A
AB+
B
B-
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POINTS
4.00
3.67
3.33
3.00
2.67
DEFINITION
Superior
Superior
Above Average
Above Average
Above Average
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77–79
73–76
70-72
67–69
63-66
60-62
00-59
P.
C+
C
CD+
D
DF
2.33
2.00
1.67
1.33
1.00
0.67
0.00
Average
Average
Below Average
Below Average
Below Average
Poor
Failure
Grading and Testing Guidelines:
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Examination Policy:
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Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:
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Classroom Expectations:
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College Procedures/Policies:
Attendance Requirements: All students are required to attend all scheduled classes and examinations.
Each faculty member has the right to establish regulations regarding attendance that he/she considers
necessary for successful study.
Students who do not attend classes may be administratively withdrawn from those classes. However,
failure to attend classes does not constitute withdrawal, and students are expected to process a formal
withdrawal though the Student Records Office in Kee Hall.
Student engagement requirements:
Student engagement is based on the “active pursuit” of learning which can be measured by class
attendance, class participation (in class or online), taking required quizzes/examinations, and submission of
work assignments or papers. Student engagement consists of a student attending at least 60% of the class
sessions (there should be attendance throughout the term) and/or completing 75% of the assignments listed
on the syllabus at the midpoint in the term. Exceptions can be made when there is on-going
communication between the student and faculty member. The communication must be documented and the
faculty member and student must be in agreement regarding the exception. Students not meeting the
expectation will be administratively withdrawn from class. If a student believes he/she was
administratively withdrawn in error, he/she may file an appeal. Being administratively withdrawn may
have program and financial aid implications.
Academic Misconduct is any activity that tends to compromise the academic integrity of the college, or
subvert the educational process. Examples of academic misconduct include, but are not limited to:
1.
Violation of course or program rules as contained in the course syllabus or other information provided
to the student; violation of program requirements as established by departments and made available to
students.
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Plagiarism including, but not limited to, submitting, without appropriate acknowledgment, any written,
visual or oral material that has been copied in whole or in part from the work of others (whether such
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source is published or not) even if the material is completely paraphrased in one’s own words. This
includes another individual’s academic composition, compilation, or other product, or a commercially
prepared paper. Plagiarism also includes submitting work in which portions were substantially
produced by someone acting as a tutor or editor.
Such practices constitute plagiarism regardless of motive. Those who deny deceitful intent, claim not
to have known that the act constituted plagiarism, or maintain that what they did was inadvertent are
nevertheless subject to penalties when plagiarism has been confirmed.
3.
Cheating and dishonest practices in connection with examinations, papers and projects, including but
not limited to using unauthorized notes, study aids or information on an examination; obtaining help
from another student during an examination; taking an exam or doing work for another student;
providing one’s own work for another student to copy and submit as his/her own; or allowing another
student to do one’s work and then submitting the work as one’s own. Also included would be altering
a graded work after it has been returned, then submitting the work for re-grading; or submitting
identical or similar papers for credit in more than one course without prior permission from the course
instructors.
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Fabrication including but not limited to falsifying or inventing any information, data or citation;
presenting data that were not gathered in accordance with defined appropriate guidelines, and failing to
include an accurate account of the method by which data were collected.
5.
Obtaining an Unfair Advantage including, but not limited to stealing, reproducing, circulating, or
otherwise gaining access to examination materials prior to the time authorized by the instructor;
unauthorized collaborating on an academic assignment; taking, hiding or altering resource material; or
undertaking any activity with the purpose of creating or obtaining an unfair advantage over another
student’s academic work.
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Aiding and Abetting Academic Dishonesty including, but not limited to providing material,
information or other assistance to another person with the knowledge that such aid could be used in
any of the violations stated above, or providing false information in connection with any inquiry
regarding academic integrity.
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Alteration of Grades or Marks including but not limited to, action by the student in an effort to change
the earned credit or grade.
In addition, cases of academic dishonesty may involve photocopied materials. Materials used may fall
under the Copyright Act. Violations of said Act may subject the user and/or the College to sanctions.
Statement on Disabilities: Any student who requires reasonable accommodations related to a disability
should inform the course instructor and the Coordinator of Specialized Services (Room 138 in Kee Hall;
phone 419-755-4727).
Students who encounter difficulty in any of their courses are encouraged to visit the Tutoring Resource
Center (Room 119 in Fallerius Technical Education Center) for tutoring assistance, and the Student Success
Center (Room 136 in Kee Hall) for academic assistance, advising services, referrals for personal counseling
and Learning Disability (LD) Testing.
Statement on Withdrawals: As a student, you are expected to attend class. If you are unable or choose not
to attend class, or if for whatever reason you are unable to keep up with the requirements of a course, you
need to officially drop the class at the Student Records Office. Refund dates and withdrawal dates will
vary slightly from term to term. Contact the Student Records Office for applicable dates. Additionally
these dates are posted on the academic calendar available on the college’s website,
www.ncstatecollege.edu, under the Academics heading on the home page and are available at the Student
Records Office in Kee Hall. Students should go to the Student Records Office (Room 142 in Kee Hall) to
process their withdrawal from any class.
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If you choose to walk away from your class without officially withdrawing from it, the faculty member
teaching the class must grade your classroom performance on the material available to him or her. This
normally results in an "F" grade. An "F" grade can lower your grade point average considerably depending
on the total credits accumulated.
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