000449 PHYS 211 CALCULUS-BASED PHYSICS I

METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY, Fall 2014

Text: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Ninth Edition, by Serway and Jewett, Publisher:

Cengage Learning, ISBN-13: 978-1305080362

Chapters 1-14, 19-21

Times: Mondays and Fridays, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Location: Mondays: NM L211

Fridays: NM L211 (1st hour) and NM L223 (last 2 hrs)

Instructor: Matthew Miller, Ph.D.

Email: matthew.miller@metrostate.edu

Office Hours: Mondays & Fridays 5:30-6:00 PM, 9:00-9:30PM (NM L211)

Catalog/Schedule entry (Description and Prerequisites) This course is the first of a two semester course which covers the fundamental concepts

of physics. The course will focus on the concepts such as Newton’s laws of motion,

work, energy, linear momentum, rotational motion, gravity, equilibrium and elasticity,

periodic motion, fluid mechanics, temperature, heat, and the laws of thermodynamics.

Laboratories emphasize real world applications of the concepts and problem solving

skills taught in this course.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 Calculus I

(Knowledge of trigonometry is necessary. If you have never taken

trigonometry, please contact our Math Center to schedule a tutorial

session right away.)

Competence Statement: Knows theory and application of the Newton's laws of motion, work, energy, linear

momentum, rotational motion, equilibrium and elasticity, periodic motion, fluid

mechanics, temperature, heat, thermal properties, and the laws of thermodynamics well

enough to solve physics problems at an introductory level which requires calculus.

Learning Outcome: Students will be able to:

understand Newton's laws of motion

understand work, energy, linear momentum

understand rotational motion

understand equilibrium and elasticity

understand periodic motion

understand fluid mechanics

understand temperature, heat, thermal properties, and the laws of thermodynamics

apply scientific methodology to solve problems

relate physics to their daily life

think critically

gain the knowledge on experimental techniques

Grades: In-class Exams (Three, ~1 hour each) 30% (lowest dropped)

Final (3 hours) 35%

Homework (weekly) 20% (lowest dropped)

Laboratory Reports 15% (lowest dropped)

Total 100%

Course Grades: 95+: A; 90+: A-; 85+: B+; 80+: B; 75+: B-; 70+: C+; 65+: C; 60+: C-; 50+: D; less

than 50: F.

Exams: Examinations are a way for you to display what you have learned and will consist of three

Quizzes (1 hour each) and a Final Exam (3 hours). The content of Quizzes will be a

mixture of multiple choice questions and several worked problems. The subjects covered

in the last lecture prior to the in-class Quizzes will not be included on the quiz. The

schedule for Quizzes is as follows:

Exam #1: Friday, September 26th

Exam #2: Friday, October 24th

Exam #3: Friday, November 21st

At the end of the course, your lowest Quiz score will be dropped, and the remaining

scores will count 30% toward the final grade. The Final Exam will count for 35% of

your final grade and will be similar in format to the Quizzes, covers all chapters, and is

scheduled for Friday, December 12th, from 6:00PM to 9:00PM.

Homework:

The key to developing a good conceptual understanding of physics is to work problems.

The goal of homework in this course is to provide you with a weekly set of problems that

will challenge you and improve your knowledge and problem solving skills for the topics

we are covering. Homework assignments will consist of a set of problems selected from

those available at the end of each chapter in the Serway textbook. To receive full credit,

homework problems must be worked out in a clear, logical fashion that demonstrates

your problem solving process. In general, you should solve the problem algebraically

first before numerical solution. Please note that success in your homework will correlate

directly to your success on the Quizzes and the Final Exam. At the end of the course,

your lowest homework score will be dropped, and the remaining scores will count

20% toward the final grade.

Labs: Laboratory reports must be turned in within one week after performing the lab. Since

labs are all scheduled for Fridays, this means that your report for the lab must be

submitted at the start of class the following Friday. Each individual in a lab group will

create and submit their own report. At the end of the semester, your lowest lab score will

be dropped. The remaining will count 15% toward your final grade. If you miss a lab

due to sickness (official letter from the doctor required), special make-up arrangement

can be made. Otherwise, the lab will be the one whose score is dropped. You can access

and print the instructions for the experiments in our lab for free at

http://www.vernier.com/products/books/pwv/. Prior to each lab session, you are

responsible for printing and bringing the lab instructions with you. Here is the list of the

experiments that we will be conducting during this semester:

Week Date Lab # Lab Title

1 8/29/14 - No Lab

2 9/5/14 1 Graph Matching

3 9/12/14 2 Picket Fence Free Fall

4 9/19/14 3 Determining g on an Incline

5 9/26/14 4 Projectile Motion

6 10/3/14 5 Newton's Second Law

7 10/10/14 6 Newton's Third Law

8 10/17/14 7 Static and Kinetic Friction

9 10/24/14 8 Momentum, Energy and Collisions

10 10/31/14 9 Stair Climbing and Power (the instructions will be

provided in class)

11 11/7/14 - No Lab

12 11/14/14 10 Impulse and Momentum

13 11/21/14 11, 12 Boiling Point of Water

Freezing & Melting Point of Water

14 11/28/14 - No Lab – Thanksgiving Break

15 12/5/14 - No Lab

16 12/12/13 - No Lab (Final Exam)

Policy on Late Work Submission:

As a student in this course, you are expected to submit your homework assignments and

laboratory reports by the posted deadlines. The following is a summary of the penalties

that will be applied for work submitted after the published deadline:

Submission before or on Due Date: No penalty

Submission up to 7 days past Due Date: 50% reduction in score

Submission after 7 days past Due Date: No credit

Equality Statement:

In this course we are going to shed light on some of the most fundamental laws of nature

by following the scientific method, which undoubtedly has made science the greatest

achievement in human history. The single most important principle in scientific method

is to make sure what we see is what others see and what we feel is what others feel. The

laws of nature apply equally to everyone independent of age, gender, nationality,

ethnicity, cultural origins, etc. Therefore, we will make sure that this course is equally

welcoming to everyone in the class. To implement this fully, I would be grateful if you

could stay respectful to your peers and inform me of any activity or terminology which is

offensive to you or may be to others.

Impact of the Academic Progress Policy:

The new academic progress policy may affect students who withdraw from classes. Be

aware that a W (withdraw) is different from a D (drop). A drop occurs at the very

beginning of the term (no later than August 31st this fall), while a withdraw occurs after

the first week (between September 1st and November 14th this term). Withdrawing from

this class may put you at risk for academic probation. If you have questions about your

situation, contact your academic advisor as soon as possible.

Natural Science Department Policy on Academic Honesty:

Honesty and a reputation for honesty are very important in science. A scientist who is not trusted

will find it difficult to get a job, to get grants, and to publish their research, in short, to do science.

Cheating tends to be quickly detected by other students, which makes them angry and causes a negative

classroom atmosphere. As a science student you must be careful to avoid even the appearance of

dishonesty.

Definitions

Here are some definitions to help prevent misunderstanding. If you have any questions, please ask!

"Plagiarism is using another person's words or ideas and presenting them as your own without

acknowledging the original source. This is a very serious offence and in many schools is grounds for

expulsion." (Metropolitan State University Student Handbook)

Make sure that you properly acknowledge sources, including references for lab reports and the

contributions of classmates in group projects. The Writing Center can be very helpful on this subject.

When writing for a science class, it is better to paraphrase than to quote. Always cite your sources,

and try to state information and ideas in your own words. Just changing a few words here and there

within the copied text is still considered plagiarism.

Cheating is the use of any source of information that is not explicitly allowed on a quiz, exam or

other test. Tests in this class are ‘closed book’ which means that the only knowledge allowed is the

knowledge you bring to the test inside your own brain; during the test you are not allowed to consult

books, notes, other people, or other student’s papers, not even for ‘inspiration’.

To avoid the appearance of cheating, look only at your own paper or the walls or ceiling of the

classroom during a test; avoid looking at other student’s papers or your cell-phone etc.

Data fudging is the deliberate misrepresentation of data by adding, deleting, changing, or

inaccurately describing results. The right thing to do is simple: use all your data and present them

clearly. If you feel that there is a valid reason for changing the data, (sometimes there are valid reasons),

present a second analysis with the modified data set, along with a clear statement of how you changed

the data and why.

Consequences

The consequence of an incident of academic dishonesty, such as plagiarism, cheating, or data

fudging, will be a "0" for the assignment. A second incident will result in a "0" for the assignment and

an "F" for the course. If this occurs before the deadline for withdrawal, the student will be allowed to

withdraw from the class.

A student who commits an act of academic dishonesty in more than one science class will not be

allowed to graduate with a Biology or Life Sciences Teaching major or Biology minor.

All incidents of academic dishonesty will be reported to the department chair and may be reported to

the Student Conduct Code officer for possible action by the University. For details, see the Student

Conduct Code, University Policy #1020: https://db.metrostate.edu/webapps/drep/Policy%201020.pdf

Natural Science Classroom Policies:

Electronic Devices

Do not allow your cell phone, laptop computer, or other electronic devices to distract yourself or

other student during class.

Cell phones and similar devices must be silenced and put away during class. If you are

expecting an urgent call, sit in the back row and plan on leaving the room to take it.

You may use a laptop to take notes during lecture. Do not distract yourself or other students by using

your computer during class for activities that are not related to class, such as e-mailing, surfing the web

or playing games. The instructor may require computer users to sit in the first two rows of the

classroom.

A student who does not comply with this policy will lose their privilege to use the cell phone,

computer or other electronic devices during class.

Lab Safety

Lab safety training for each lab activity will be provided at the beginning of each lab period. It is

your responsibility to pay attention to these instructions, to follow them, and to ask questions if you do

not understand or are unable to comply.

A student who does not comply with safety instructions or fails to exercise good judgment with

regard to safety may be asked to leave the class for the remainder of the lab activity and will receive

zero credit for the activity. A student who does not comply with safety instructions or fails to exercise

good judgment with regard to safety two or more times during the semester may be required to withdraw

from the class.

Helpful University Services at Metropolitan State University:

The Center for Academic Excellence The Center for Academic Excellence is located on the first floor of the Library in St. Paul, and

includes the Math Center, Writing Center, and Science Center. Students who have worked with the

consultants in the center for academic excellence have been very happy with their experiences and many

say that their experience working with the Center helped them to improve their math, science and

writing.

Science Center The tutors and mentors of the Science Center provide support for anyone studying biology,

chemistry, and physics at Metropolitan State University. You can come to the Science Center for group

work, individual practice, and tutoring assistance. Many students come to the Science Center on a

regular basis to work on homework and lab reports. For current hours & more information call

(651)793-1460, or send an e-mail to centerfolk@metrostate.edu.

Math Center The Math Center offers free workshops and tutoring in math and statistics, both face-to-face and on-

line, for Metropolitan State University students. For current hours & more information see their web

page at www.metrostate.edu/mathcenter/index.html or contact them at math.center@metrostate.edu or

by telephone at (651) 793-1460.

Writing Center The ability to write clearly in scientific style is a skill that is very important for all science students.

The Writing Center provides writing support services to Metropolitan State students and faculty.

Students work with the center's consultants on specific assignments or on individual writing issues. Free

consultation and handouts are available to all enrolled students. Students may visit the center in person,

communicate with tutors by email or arrange for a telephone conference. Students who are not native

speakers of English can work with the center's English as a Second Language (ESL) specialists.

To make an appointment or learn more about the Center's services, call (651)793-1460 or send an e-

mail to centerfolk@metrostate.edu

Computer Labs The Computer Labs at Metropolitan State University are equipped with a variety of software

applications including Microsoft Word and Excel and provide access to internet, printers and scanners.

The computer labs are available to all registered Metropolitan State students, and are open days,

evenings and weekends. For more information about computer lab hours and capabilities, see their web

page at www.metrostate.edu/it/

Library For information about Library Services visit their web page: www.metrostate.edu/library/index.html.

Disability Services Metropolitan State University offers reasonable accommodations to qualified students with

documented disabilities. If you have a disability that may require accommodations it is essential that you

register with the Disability Services Office. You may contact the Disability Services Office, at

Founders Hall, 146, St. Paul Campus or (651) 793-1549 (voice) TTY (651) 772-7581, or email

Disability.Services@metrostate.edu. For additional information on Disability Services, please visit:

www.metrostate.edu/msweb/pathway/academic_success/disability/index.html.