Mathematics & Science Department
Introductory Physics I / PHYS 1305
CRN
2012 gholam.pahlavan@ccq.edu.qa
Professor: Gholam H. Pahlavan,Spring
Ph.D. Semestere-mail:
Course: PHYS 1305
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM
Date: Tuesdays and Sundays
Campus: WB – Ring
Room: CCQWB-G34
Course (CRN): 86542
Credit Hours: 3
Phone: TBA
Office room: West Bay Campus, G39
Office hours: M (11:30-12:30pm)
Tutoring Hours: Tueday(2:00-4:00pm)
Total Contact hours: 48 hours
Semester & Year: Spring 2012
Department Chair: Manhal Chbat, MD
Textbook: Larry Kirkpatrick, Gregory E. Francis: Physics A conceptual World View, 7th or 8th edition
ISBN: 13:978-0-495-39152-4
Course Description
Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended for liberal arts and other non-science majors. Does not include laboratory
component. Non-Calculus and non- college algebra-based course for liberal arts majors. It is also intended as a non-lab based
preparatory course for students wishing to take PHYS 1401 and PHYS 2325, who have no prior knowledge and for
non-science majors. Non science majors. Topics include motion, work and energy, momentum, relativity, structure of matter
and thermodynamics.
Prerequisites: MATH 0312 and must also be placed into GUST 0342 (or higher) in reading.
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Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
At the successful completion of this course students should be able to:
1. Explain the basic concepts of one and two dimensional motion and solve very basics related problems on these concepts,
2. Describe the concepts involved in gravity and work very basic related problems,
3. Show their comprehension of the fundamental principles momentum, energy and relativity, by explaining the basic concepts involving these
principles in their own words and working basic problems using appropriate equations from these principles.
4. Describe the structures and the states of matter in their own words
5. Explain temperature, expansion, heat contents and the first and second law of thermodynamics, in their own words.
A score of 70% and above in examinations and assignments would constitute their mastery of these fundamental physics
principles with very little mathematical applications.
Student Learning Objectives (SLO)
1.1 Introduction World View of Physics
1.2 Description and explanation of Motion
1.3 Description of Motion in space
1.4 Explanation of how the force of gravity affects motion
2.1 Explanation and description of the concepts of linear momentum, impulse, and collisions, including elastic,
inelastic and glancing collisions
2.2 Explanation of the various types of energy including kinetic and potential
2.3 Explanation of Rotational Motion, torques and angular momentum
3.1 Explanation of Classical Relativity
3.2 Explanation of Einstein Relativity
4.1 Description of the structure of Matter
4.2 Explanation of the States of Matter
4.3 Explanation of Thermal Energy
4.4 Explanation of Available energy
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Instructor guidelines and policies
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Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices - The use of cell phones and other electronic devices in the classroom is not
permitted without the specific approval of the instructor. In general, all cell phones and other electronic devices must be
turned off while in the classroom. Students who violate this policy will be given a warning for the first offense, but any
additional violations may result in the student being asked to leave the classroom for the day, which will be counted as an
absence. Repeated violations may result in the permanent expulsion and withdrawal of the student from the class for the
semester.
Classroom Disruptions - Disruptive behavior in the classroom is not permitted. Disruptive behavior is defined as any actions
by a student that interferes with teaching and learning in the classroom. Examples include talking to other students while the
instructor is lecturing or answering questions, speaking disrespectfully to the instructor or to other students in the classroom,
or engaging in any type of disruptive behavior that compromises the learning process. Students who violate this policy are
subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the course and the college.
Tardiness - Students are expected to arrive to class on time and to be prepared for the learning process. Tardiness is defined
as entering the classroom after the commencement (start) of the class by the instructor. Three (3) incidents of tardiness will
be counted as one absence. If you arrive late, take your seat quietly and get to work. Coming in to class more than 15 minutes
late will be counted as an absence.
Withdrawals - Class attendance is critically important for student learning and success. Students who are absent from class
more than 12.5% of the total number of class hours for the semester may be withdrawn by the instructor. As examples, if
your class has the following contact hours, the number of hours that may be missed before penalties occur may be calculated
as follows:
48 contact hours
64 contact hours
80 contact hours
48 x 12.5 = 6
64 x 12.5 = 8
96 x 12.5 = 12
Please be advised that the decision to withdraw a student is the prerogative (right) of the instructor and is a standard practice
among colleges and universities throughout the world. Students who are not withdrawn from class are still subject to points
being subtracted from their final grade in accordance with the student handbook.
Attendance - Successful students attend school every day.
Classes that meet four times a week: CCQ expects you to attend all of your classes every day that they meet. There are no
excused absences, even if you are sick or must work. If you miss more than 6 classes, you will lose 3 points from your final
grade for every class missed thereafter. You must complete all work, assignments and tests that you miss. You are
responsible to keep up with class work and assignments. Get the mobile number of several classmates so if you miss a class,
you may follow up with your classmates about assignments.
If you stop coming to class, you must see a Counselor to drop your class before the Drop Deadline or you will receive an F.
ESL students must drop all of their classes; College students may drop individual classes. CCQ may grant exceptions to these
policies for special circumstances such as extraordinary or prolonged illnesses and family emergencies. CCQ will not grant
exceptions for work related absences.
Successful students submit all their assignments on time, work individually on their homework, and are expected to follow
the professor deadlines for any required work. You will lose 10 points if your assignment is 1 day late, 20 points if your
assignment is 2 days late, and 30 points if your assignment is 3 days late. Assignments later than this will not be accepted.
As stated in the Student Handbook, cheating is definitely not tolerated. Students must not cheat during a quiz or test.
Cheating includes talking to another student, looking at another student’s paper, using a small paper with answers or using a
mobile. For written assignments, students must not copy from another student unless assignment requires work with other
students. If a student copies from another student, both students are responsible for cheating.
Math Tutoring: If you feel like you’re struggling on needs help with the lesson(s), you may come to my office during office
hours (or by appointment) for tutoring or contact the tutoring coordinator to set up an appointment.
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TENTATIVE COURSE CALENDAR
*The instructor reserves the right to deviate slightly from this syllabus for the purpose of better serving the needs of the students.
U Jan. 08
T Jan. 10
U Jan. 15
T Jan. 17
U Jan. 22
T Jan. 24
U Jan. 29
T Jan. 31
U Feb. 5
T Feb. 7
A World View: Begin Chapter 1
Conclude chapter 1
Begin Chapter 2 ( Describing Motion)
Conclude Chapter 2
Begin Chapter 3 ( Explaining Motion)Conclude Chapter 3 – Begin Chapter4 (Motions in Space)
Conclude Chapter 3
Begin Chapter4 (Motions in Space)
Conclude Chapter 4 (Review for exam # 1)
Exam #1 (Chapter 1- 4)
Begin Chapter 5 – Gravity
U Feb. 12
T Feb. 14
Conclude Chapter 5
Begin Chapter 6 ( Momentum )
U Feb. 19
Conclude Chapter 6 - Begin Chapter 7 (Energy)
T Feb. 21
Conclude Chapter 7
U Feb. 26
Begin Chapter 8 (Rotation)
T Feb. 28
U Mar. 4
T Mar. 6
Conclude Chapter 8 (Review for Exam #2)
Exam # 2 (Chapter 5-8)
Begin Chapter 9 (Universality of Motion-Classical Relativity)
U Mar. 11
T Mar. 13
Conclude Chapter 9
Begin Chapter 10 ( Einstein’s Relativity )
U Mar. 18
Conclude Chapter 10
T Mar. 20
Begin Chapter 11 (Structure of Matter )
U Mar. 25
Conclude Chapter 11
W Mar. 27
Apr. 1-7
U Apr. 8
T Apr.10
Review for Exam #3
Spring Break Holiday
Exam #3 (Chapter 9-11)
Begin Chapter 12 ( States of Matter)
U Apr. 15
T Apr. 17
Conclude Chapter 12
Begin Chapter 13 (Thermal Energy )
Note - April 19, Tuesday – Last day for administrative Withdrawals 2:30 pm
Conclude Chapter 13
Review For Final
U Apr. 22
T Apr. 24
U Apr. 29
Final Exam – Sunday 4:00-6:00pm
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Instructional Methods
This class will be lecture and class participation. Mathematics cannot be learned without actually doing it. You will need to be prepared to
work every day in class.
Student Assignments
There will be 3 Exams and Frequent quizzes at the beginning of class. If you are late you will miss these and your grade will suffer.
Assessments
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Grading Scale
90 – 100
80 – 89
70 – 79
60 – 69
59 and below
Grading Computation
Exams and other assignments
Percentage %
Tests
45(15% each)
Homework
15
Quizzes
10
Participation and class work
5
Final Exam
25
Total
100
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