Course Syllabus
PHYS 1304.001
Physics: Basic Ideas and Methods
COURSE INFORMATION
Term: Spring, 2011
Credit: 3 Hours
Mode: Internet/Distance
Location: http://blackboard.ttu.edu
Instructor: M.A.K. Lodhi
Office: Science Building - Room 111
Office Hours: TT 1:30 – 1:30 p.m. (subject to change)
E-mail: Please e-mail me only through the Blackboard e-mail system.
TEXTBOOK INFORMATION
D.C. Giancoli. (2008) Physics for Scientists and Engineers. 4th Edition. Prentice Hall.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Textbook
Computer w/ a Reliable Internet Connection
Access to a scanner (for submitting homework assignments) Scanners can be purchased
for under $100. It might be a good idea for you to purchase one, although it is not
required. However, you must secure access to the use of a scanner for this course.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
To develop skills to translate between descriptive, pictorial, graphical and mathematical
representation of the same concept in problem-solving strategy. Students will learn laws
of motion and conservation laws and apply them in solving problem with respect to
electro static and dynamic phenomena and propagation of electromagnetic waves.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
We will use quizzes and exams to assess understandings of course objectives and student
learning outcomes.
COURSE COVERAGE
Material in chapters, mentioned in the calendar provided below will be covered
GRADING
The course grade will be determined from three (3) tests, each of 15%, final 40%,
homework and quizzes 15%.
The grade scale will be approximately: A>90>B>80>C>70>D>60>F
HOMEWORK POLICY
Doing the homework by yourself is very important for success in this course and building
the strong foundation. Your examination grades generally reflect how well you
understood and do the homework. The homework will be assigned on the material
covered and to be covered in the relevant learning module. Based on the homework a
short quiz will be given on regular basis.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Experience shows that you must spend at least 3 hours for homework for each module
presentation. Plan on spending about half of your time on your lecture notes and the
textbook, and the other half on the homework. Carefully make notes. I encourage you to
participate in the discussion board activities. Review the new material in the textbook and
do homework according to the instructions in each learning module.
EXAMINATIONS
The examinations are timed. You must know the material to complete the exam within
the time allowed (30-45 minutes each).
MAKE-UP EXAMS & QUIZES
Make up quizzes and exams will not be given. In a serious emergency, however, please
contact me to find out how a missing grade for an exam may be determined.
PARTICIPATION AND ATTENDANCE POLICY
In addition to turning in all assigned homework, this course requires that you participate
in various online discussions. You may also be asked at times to work in cooperation
with one or more classmates. You may also be called upon to critique your classmates
work. Since this course is conducted in a distance education format, it is imperative that
you participate in all online discussions in order to stay current on lesson objectives. I
strive to make this course similar in format to a face-to-face classroom, and I expect the
same participation. If you are timid about having your comments read by others, please
contact me to discuss any possible remedies. I want this course to be enjoyable and I wish
to encourage open discussion among my students. If you choose not to participate in
online discussions, your overall grade in this course may be adversely affected.
WITHDRAW POLICY
Consistent with the University policy, an automatic “W” will be given if you withdraw
by the posted deadline. A “W” will be given if you pass the exams with at least a “D” at
the time of withdrawal/dropping the course or “WF” if your exam score is below “D” at
the time.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Texas Tech University treats plagiarism as a very serious offense. Sanctions for
plagiarism could range from dismissal from the university to failing the assignment on
which the plagiarism occurred. Plagiarism, cheating and related issues are addressed by
the University Operating Procedure 34.12.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Any student who, because of a disability, may require special arrangements in
order to meet the course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as
possible to make any necessary arrangements. Students should present
appropriate verification from Student Disability Services during the instructor’s
office hours. Please note instructors are not allowed to provide classroom
accommodations to a student until appropriate verification from Student Disability
Services has been provided. For additional information, you may contact the
Student Disability Services office in 335 West Hall or 806-742-2405.
COURSE OUTLINE
Date
January 12
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February 2
4
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March 2
4
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Chapter # - Homework Assignment (Q=Questions and P=Problems)
Introduction, Syllabus; Units, Appendix A, Online course agreement quiz
Chapter 1 Q: 2 4 5 8 10; P: 3 5 8 13 16 27 29 39
1
Quiz 1.
1
Chapter 2
Q: 1 6 7 8 1215; P: 2,11, 17, 20,30, 31, 37, 41, 48, 52,53,65
2
Quiz 2
2
Quiz 3
Chapter 3
Q: 1, 2, 5, 7, 10, 15, 19; P: 2,3, 4, 8, 12, 17,18,19, 28, 31,
3
32, 43, 52, 75
3
Quiz 4
Chapter 4
Q: 3,4,5,7,8,14,17,24; P: 1,2,3,4,6,7,8, 12, 22, 16,
4
26, 40,43, 45, 55, 60, 82, 83 Quiz 5
4
Quiz 6 Exam 1 (Ch 1-4)
Chapter 5
Q: 2,4,11,16,19; P: 4,5,7,18,29,35,36,38,45,49,55,56
5
Quiz 7
5
Quiz 8
Chapter 6
Q: 1,7,8,9,15,17,19; P: 4,5,6,7,13,23,24,25,28, 43
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Quiz 9
6
Quiz 10
Chapter 7
Q: 1,3,7,8,9,13; P: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 19, `21, 31, 34, 50, 53, 55,
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58, 59
7
Quiz 11
Chapter 8
Q: 1,6, 7,8, 12, 13,15; P: 1,2,7,8,11,13,17,19,29,30,31
11
8
37, 41, 45, 49, 62, 63, 64, 66, 67, 68, 70, 71 Quiz 12
21
8
Quiz 13
23
Exam 2 (CH 5-8)
25
Chapter 9
Q: 1,4,5,9,13,25; P: 1, 2, 3, 4, 12, 15, 19, 22, 24, 25, 34
28
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Quiz 14
30
9
Quiz 15
April 1
Chapter 10
Q:3, 4, 11, 13; P: 1, 2, 3, 6, 17, 25, 31, 62, 63
4
10
Quiz 16
6
10
8
Chapter 11
Q: 2, 3, 18; P: 3, 15, 21, 22, 23, 24
11
11
Quiz 17
13
11
15
Chapter 12
Q: 1, 6, 13, 14: P: 2,6, 7, 12, 17, 22, 33,
18
12
Quiz 18
20
12
22
Exam 3 (CH 9-12)
27
Review
29
Review
May 2 Review
5
Final Exam (Ch 1 -12)