PES 111-1 General Physics I – Spring 2007
MWF 10:50am-12:05pm ENGR 103
Course Syllabus
Instructor: Robert G. Gist
Office and Hours: ENGR 244, (MT 1:30-2:30)
UCCS e-mail: rgist@uccs.edu
Web Site: http://www.uccs.edu/~rgist
Text: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 5th Ed.,
by Tipler and Mosca
Course Description: Rigorous calculus-level
course in classical physics for science and
engineering students. Includes measurements,
vectors, motion in one dimension, motion in a place,
particle dynamics, work and energy, linear and
angular momentum, rotation of rigid bodies, static
equilibrium, oscillation, and gravity.
Credit Hours: 4
Co-requisite: Math 135 (Calculus I)
Applications: Friday class meetings will typically be application of the theory and equations learned
in class. I will work example problems and help with homework assignments.
Exams: There will be four exams given during the semester, one at the end of each unit of study. I
will give you at least a week’s notice as to the exact date of the exam as well as the material you
will be responsible for on each test. Unless arrangements have been made PRIOR to any exam,
there will be no make-up exams. Since the material in this class is foundational, no exam scores
will be dropped. A 3”x5” cue card will be allowed for each exam.
Homework: Homework will be due at the start of class. You will typically have at least one week
after homework is assigned. Study groups are acceptable and encouraged, but homework should
be based on individual effort and work and intermediate calculations must be shown. Homework
turned in after it is due is subject to a 30% penalty. Homework turned in for a unit that has been
completed will not be accepted. If extreme circumstances should present themselves, consult with
me as soon as possible. Each homework set will consist of around 5-7 problems from the chapter.
Each problem will be assessed on a scale of 0 to 5, with partial credit given for correct procedures
& equations. Deductions will be taken for missing/incorrect units.
Attendance: Attendance will not be monitored. It is each student’s responsibility to cover any
material due to missed lectures. Call the Snow Line (262-3346) for school closure information.
Grades: In summary, your grade will be computed as follows:
Evaluation
Weight
Average of 4 Exams
80 %
Homework
20 %
The letter grade ranges are posted on my website. Ranges include +’s and –‘s.
Disabilities: Students with disabilities should provide their letters of certification and accommodation
within the first two weeks of class. Special accommodations for tests are required a week prior to
the scheduled exam date.
Calculators: Calculators will be necessary for homework and will be allowed to be used during
exams; HOWEVER, enough INTERMEDIATE STEPS MUST BE SHOWN to convince me that
you understand how to solve the problem. A basic scientific calculator capable of trigonometry
functions, square roots, logarithms, etc. is sufficient.
Questions, comments: It is my hope that you will feel comfortable asking questions in class.
Chances are that if you are unsure about some topic, there are others who have a similar question.
I would like the class to be as interactive as possible. If you have relevant experience with a
subject, please feel free to share comments with the class.
Cell phones, classroom: Please show proper etiquette by turning cell phones to silent mode and
keeping conversation to a minimum during lecture. Please remain in the classroom unless an
emergency arises, since foot traffic in the class can be disruptive to other students.
R. Gist
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PES 111-1 General Physics I – Spring 2007
MWF 10:50am-12:05pm ENGR 103
Significant Dates
Date
Mar 26-Apr 1
Mon, May 14
Event
Spring Break
Exam 4
Note
No class
10:50am – 1:20pm
Schedule (subject to change)
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17-Jan
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Topic
Intro, Units, 1-D Motion
1-D Motion & Appl.
Motion in 2D, 3D
Motion in 2D, 3D
Applications
Newton's Laws
Newton's Laws
Applications
Unit Wrap-up
Unit Review
Exam 1
Appl. of Newton's Laws
Appl. of Newton's Laws
Applications
Work and Energy
Work and Energy
Applications
Conserv. Of Energy
Conserv. Of Energy
Applications
Unit Wrap-up
Unit Review
Exam 2
Notes
Ch 1&2 HW due
Ch 3 HW due
Ch 4 HW due
Ch 5 HW due
Ch 6 HW due
Ch 7 HW due
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Sys. Of Particles &
Conserv. Of Momentum
Applications
Rotation
Rotation
Applications
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Conserv. Of Ang. Mom.
Conserv. Of Ang. Mom.
Applications
Unit Wrap-up
Unit Review
Exam 3
Gravity
Gravity
Applications
Static Equilibrium
Static Equilibrium
Applications
Oscillations
Oscillations
Review
Final Exam
1/18/2007
Notes
Ch 8 HW due
Ch 9 HW due
Ch 10 HW due
Ch 11 HW due
Ch 12 HW due
Ch 14 HW due