Metropolitan Community College
Class Syllabus – 2011 Summer
CLASS IDENTIFICATION
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Principles of Physics II Physics 111
Physics 111B 7A
2.5
June 28, 2011 – July 20, 2011.
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 01:00PM - 03:40PM,
July 16, 2011
Mahoney - Room 400
Mahoney - Room 400
CONTACT INFORMATION
INSTRUCTOR NAME:
OFFICE LOCATION:
OFFICE TELEPHONE:
OFFICE HOURS:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
FACULTY WEB SITE:
ACADEMIC AREA:
Lyle A Sass
South Omaha Campus, Mahoney Room 300
(402) 658-5066 (cell)
Mon Tue Wed 3:40-5:00pm
lsass1@mccneb.edu
http://faculty.mccneb.edu/lsass1
Physics
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Principles of Physics II is a continuation of the algebra-based sequence of college
physics. The course is taught as three courses (PHYS 111A, 111B, and 111C) that
include lecture and lab. All three courses must be successfully completed to transfer as a
semester-length course. Students are strongly encouraged to stay with the same instructor
throughout their physics series of five-week sessions. Topics include: waves, sound and
electricity.
COURSE PREREQUISITES: PHYS 110 A, B, C
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To help the student learn the skills necessary to:
To help the student learn the skills necessary to:
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2.
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
calculate the voltage and current for resistors in series and parallel;
analyze RC circuits;
demonstrate an understanding of the sources and characteristics of magnetic
fields;
describe the effect of the presence of a magnetic field on:
a. a moving charge;
b. a current carrying conductor;
describe and explain the inter-relationship between changing magnetic fields
and electric fields using Faraday’s law; apply these concepts to describe the
operation of simple electromagnetic devices;
describe and analyze various ac-circuits containing resistors, capacitors, and
inductors;
describe and analyze electromagnetic waves;
demonstrate the ability to perform lab experiments safely using both direct
and computer based methodology, to analyze and interpret the data collected
and to draw reasonable conclusions based on the data.
REQUIRED & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
Text
Title
College Physics
Edition:
2007/08
Author:
Young & Geller
Publisher
Addison Wesley
Homework Mastering Physics Code
Materials
Scientific Calculator
FILE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Metropolitan Community College uses Microsoft products as part of its standard software
and encourages students to do the same.
Lab Reports may be turned as file attachments if you save word-processed documents for
file attachments in Microsoft Word .doc or .docx format. Data may be presented on an
Excel spreadsheet. Save files in Rich Text Format (.rtf), if your software does not allow
either of these.
CLASS STRUCTURE: Presentations and problem solving will make up much of the
lecture portion of the course. Time will be set aside in class for lab work. Lab work will
include a report on the results of the research. Homework will include Mastering Physics
Assignments. In class worksheets will be used to introduce and clarify the problem
solving methods required for the assignment in Mastering Physics.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
TYPES OF ASSESSMENTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
ASSIGNMENTS:
EVALUATION:
In Class Assignments
10 Worksheets
10 points
Online homework
10 Homework
20 points each
Laboratory write-ups
5 Labs
20 points each
Written exams
2 Tests
100 points each
Total
100 points
200 points
100 points
200 points
600 points
CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING FINAL COURSE GRADE:
GRADING (Tentative)
Percent Letter Grade
90 %
A
80 %
B
70 %
C
60%
D
<60%
F
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM:
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching
and learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you
may be asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments
you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment
purposes.
USE OF STUDENT WORK:
By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College, the student gives
the College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the
process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall not have
the right to use the work in any other manner without the written consent of the
student(s).
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY: WX: After the first class meeting and
through the Census Date, the instructor will remove (by WX) students who have never
attended from the roster. The Census Date is listed under the Important Dates for the
course in the official Class Schedule at http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/.
FX: A student who fails to meet class attendance expectations will receive a final grade
of FX, indicating an absence-related failure. A student earning an FX grade prior to the
end of the quarter may avoid receiving the failing grade by withdrawing from the course
before the Last Date to Withdraw from Class.
COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS:
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Code of
Conduct (http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp), which calls for
responsible and cooperative behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and challenge
ideas, but also show respect for the opinions of others, respond to them politely, and
maintain the confidentiality of thoughts expressed in the class. You may also wish to
review information at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/.
RECORDING IN THE CLASSROOM:
Students may not video or audio record class sessions without the instructor’s knowledge
and permission. If recording of class sessions is authorized as a reasonable
accommodation under Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the instructor must have
the appropriate documentation from College Disability Support Services. Permitted
recordings are to be used only for the individual student’s educational review of the class
session and may not be reproduced, posted, sold or distributed to others. Students who
violate this policy are subject to disciplinary procedures as outlined in the Student
Conduct Code.
ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT:
Students are reminded that materials they use as sources for class work may be subject to
copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library
website at http://www.mccneb.edu/library or by your instructor. In response to incidents
of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, illegal peer-to-peer file sharing, etc.), the
College imposes specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a test,
failure in the course, suspension from the College, or dismissal from the College.
Disciplinary procedures are available in the Advising/Counseling Centers or at
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V-4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.pdf.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw
through WebAdvisor at http://webadvisor.mccneb.edu or by calling Central Registration
at 402-457-5231 or 1-800-228-9553. Failure to officially withdraw will result in either an
attendance-related failure (FX) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is noted in
the CLASS IDENTIFICATION section of this syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers offer friendly,
supportive learning environments that can help students achieve educational success.
Staff members in these centers provide free drop-in assistance with basic computing,
reading, math, and writing skills. Self-paced, computer-assisted instructional support in
reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course orientation
is also available.
Detailed information about the Academic Resource, Math, and Writing Centers is in the
Student Handbook, College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class,
please contact a Disability Support Services Counselor located in the Student Services
Office on each campus. Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable
accommodations for persons with documented qualifying disabilities. However, it is the
student’s responsibility to request accommodations. For further information, please visit
http://www.mccneb.edu/dss/ and/or contact Student Services.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact
the Help Desk at 457-2900 or mcchelpdesk@mccneb.edu.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems
and phones), you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the
Metropolitan Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of
Information Technology and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be
familiar with these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be
found at the following website: http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/X15_Technology_Resources_Use.pdf.
IMPORTANT DATES
Physics 111A Classes begin .............................................................................................June 6 M
Student Withdrawal Deadline to drop a class ................................................................ June 21 Thu
Physics 111A Classes end ..............................................................................................June 27 M
Physics 111B Classes begin ...........................................................................................June 28 M
Independence Day Recess (College Closed)……………………………………July 4 M
Student Withdrawal Deadline to drop a class ................................................................ July 16 Thu
Physics 111B Classes end .............................................................................................. July 20 M
Physics 111C Classes begin ........................................................................................... July 21 M
Student Withdrawal Deadline to drop a class ..................................................................... August 8
Physics 111 C Classes end .........................................................................................August 15 M
All Final summer grades due and posted to WebAdvisor by 11:59 p.m. ….August 17 W
*To view the Last Day for a student to withdraw “drop” a class; go to the class
schedule found on line at http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/classschedule.asp. Then, find
the course section and click on the Important Dates link on the same line as the course
title. The refund/withdraw dates for each course section are automatically calculated
based on the start and end dates and the number of sessions for a course. A student must
withdraw by this date to avoid being assigned a grade of “F”.
IMPORTANT DATES
SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
NOTICE: This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning activities,
and expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this
schedule to enhance learning for students. Any modifications will not substantially
change the intent or objectives of this course and will conform to the policies and
guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
Physics 111B
Lab Manual 111B
Mastering Physics
Date
Presentations and Labs
Homework
6/28/2011
Chapter 19
Ch_19.2_MC 11,12,13,14,15
Resistors in series and parallel,
Kirchhoff’s Rules
6/29/2011
Lab IIB-1: DC Circuits: Resistor
Networks
6/30/2011
Chapter 19 - RC Circuits
Ch_19.2_PR 63,65,67,68,69,70
Ch_19.2_Bonus 79,80
7/5/2011
Lab IIB-2: Capacitors and the RC
Circuit
7/6/2011
7/7/2011
Chapter 20: Magnetism
Ch_20.1_MC 2,3,4,5,7
Chapter 20: Force on a charged
Ch_20.1_PR 1,3,4,7,15,23
particle in a magnetic field
Ch_20.1_Bonus 24,25,91,94
Lab IIB-3A: Magnetic Field of a
Ch_20.2_MC 10,11,12,13,15
Permanent Magnet
Ch_20.2_PR 29,32,37,45,47,63
Lab 1IB-3B: Magnetic Field in a
Ch_20.2_Bonus 43,44,48
Slinky
7/11/2011
Chapter 20: Ampere’s Law
7/12/2011
Test Ch. 19 & 20
7/13/2011
Chapter 21: Faraday’s Law &
Ch_21_MC 1,4,5,11,12
Lenz’s Law and transformers
Ch_21_PR 4,7,21,32,43
Chapter 21: Induction
7/14/2011
Lab IIB-4: The Oscilloscope
Lab IIB-4 Supplement: Oscilloscope
Controls
7/18/2011
Chapter 22: AC Circuits
7/19/2011
Lab IIB-5A: RLC Circuits
Ch_22_MC 1,5,8,14,15
Lab IIB-5B: Homopolar Motors and
Ch_22_PR 3,5,7,17,21
Faraday’s Law
7/20/2011
Test Ch. 21 & 22
REFUND POLICIES for Credit Courses
A student is responsible for withdrawing “dropping” from a course(s) if unable to attend.
Non-attendance or non-payment does not relieve a student from the obligation to pay. To
withdraw “drop” from a course, log on to WebAdvisor https://webadvisor.mccneb.edu
and click “Register and Drop Sections”.
An official schedule change that reduces or terminates a student’s academic credit load
may entitle the student to a refund. The eligibility and amount of a refund is
automatically calculated by the date of the withdrawal. A student may see the refund
percentage received through midnight of the same day by logging into WebAdvisor and
clicking on the Tuition Refund Calculator. Note: Schedule changes may have
implications for students on Financial Aid. Check with the Financial Aid Office prior
to any schedule changes at 402-457-2330.