Class: PH 202-1G College Physics II
Spring 2015 – Lecture, recitation and laboratory
Lecture: Monday, Wednesday &Friday 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm
Location: Campbell Hall Room 301
Prerequisite: Completion of MA106, MA107 or MA 125 with a grade of “C” or better
Co-requisites: PH 202R and PH 202L (students must register for a recitation section & a lab section). Students are
required to obtain the lab materials which are available in the campus bookstore before the first day of lab.
Textbook: Cutnell & Johnson, Physics 9th Ed. (Wiley & Sons)
Instructor: Anca Lungu, Ph.D., CH Room 303, phone: 934-8186
Department of Physics (for urgent messages) phone: 934-4736
Email: ancal1@uab.edu
Office Hours: Monday 3:30 pm- 5:00 pm; Tuesday 10:00am – 11:30 am or by appointment.
Course site: Canvas web site at http:///www.uab.edu/online/canvas
Course Description: This is the second term of a two-semester introductory, algebra-based college physics
sequence. Topics include: Electric forces and fields, electric potential energy, electric circuits, magnetic forces and
magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, electromagnetic waves, optics, selected topics of modern and nuclear
physics. The course has required lecture, recitation, and laboratory components.
Learning Objectives: Upon the successful completion of this course, students are expected to:
 Read, understand, and interpret physical information.
 Use the scientific method to analyze a particular physical phenomenon or problem.
 Use basic mathematical reasoning in a physical situation or problem.
 A student should be able to:
1. read a description of the problem and translate nonscientific prose into the language of physics;
2. identify key quantities that point to a solution;
3. set up a diagram to assist in analyzing the problem;
4. determine relationship(s) between the given physical quantities and the ones to be found; and
5. carry out mathematical operations to arrive at a meaningful solution. Physics is concerned with the
development of thinking, analyzing, and problem-solving skills, not memorization of facts.
 Demonstrate (in the associated laboratory) the ability to collect, evaluate, and communicate scientific
information and data.
 Demonstrate the ability to apply this knowledge and mathematical skills (in algebra, trigonometry, and
vectors) for quantitative reasoning and problem solving.
Measurement of Learning Objectives:
Homework problem sets will be indicated in lecture at the beginning of each chapter. Students are expected to
solve these problems before the exam covering the chapter. The tests (three during the semester) and the final
exam are based on the homework problem sets assigned. Please, use my office hours and SI hours to get help if
needed. The ability in solving these homework problems will provide feedback to students on their strengths and
weaknesses.
In recitation, exercises and quizzes will be used to measure the understanding of the fundamental concepts
presented in the lectures as well as the student ability to apply this understanding to problem solving.
Laboratory reports will be used to measure the student’s ability to collect, evaluate, and communicate scientific
information and data.
Expectations from the Students
 Attendance is strongly recommended.
 Students are expected to adhere to the UAB Academic Honor Code in the UAB Student Handbook. Any
violations of the honor code (including cheating) will result in a zero for the assignment and possible failure in
the course and expulsion from the university.
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Cell phones may not be used at any time during classes. Please respect your classmates and the instructor by
turning off phones and any other electronic devices before class.
Any type of on-line activity is prohibited during lecture, as this is disruptive for you or the other students.
No food or drinks are allowed in the classroom.
Material to be covered in class will be posted on Canvas and should be read before class. The syllabus will
guide your reading, but please keep track of whether the class is proceeding ahead or behind schedule. You
may not fully benefit from class instruction unless you have familiarized yourself with all related material.
Student success in this course including exams will depend heavily on completing recommended problems by
the suggested deadlines.
Tests and Final Exam:
There will be three closed-book hourly exams a quiz during lecture and a comprehensive final exam. Problem types
will be similar to those from lectures, recommended homework, and recitation. All needed formulae will be
provided with the exams. Personal notes are not allowed. Calculators without physics, engineering, or
information-storage modules may be used. Cell phones, lap tops, and all other electronic devices must be off
during the tests. UAB Academic Honor Code must be followed.
Exam #1 Wednesday, January 28
at 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm, CH 301
Exam #2 Wednesday, February 25
at 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm, CH 301
Exam #3 Wednesday, March 18
at 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm, CH 301
Quiz
Wednesday, April 15
at 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm, CH 301
Final Exam Friday, April 24
at 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm, CH 301
Make-up Policy:
Any make-ups for any missed exams will only be given if the reasons for the absence are serious (e.g., illness or
hospitalization, death of immediate family member, participation in a UAB-recognized activity) and properly
documented. Students must notify me about the expected absence before the test date or right after the class for
any unexpected emergency. Make-up exams must be taken before the next scheduled class time unless otherwise
arranged with the lecturer.
Grading system
 The weights given to each graded component are as following:
Graded component
Weight
3 Hourly Exams
45%
Quiz (Wednesday Dec. 5)
5%
Recitation
Quizzes 20 %
Laboratory
10 %
Graded independently by the TA. Laboratory protocol and
procedure will be discussed in the first lab meeting.
Final exam
20%
Recitation (20%)
The recitation grade will be based on short quizzes taken in class as practice for tests. There will be 13 quizzes
given (every week except the first and the last) and the final recitation score will be based on the 10 best
scores.
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The grading scale for the final grade is:
Grade
A
89.5 to 100% inclusive
B
79.5 to 89.4% inclusive
C
69.5 to 79.4% inclusive
D
59.5 to 69.4% inclusive
F
0 to 59.4% inclusive
Last day to withdraw: March 30, 2015
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PH 202-1G: College Physics II Lecture- Tentative class schedule:
Monday
Week
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Jan 5
Course objectives, expectations,
policies and grading
Chapter 18: Electric Forces and Electric
Fields. Gauss Law
Jan 12
Chapter 19
Electric Potential Energy & Electric
Potential. Capacitors.
Jan 19
M L King Day
No Class
Jan 26
Review Chapters 18, 19, 20
Jan 9
Chapter 18
Electric Forces and Electric Fields.
Gauss Law
Jan 14
Chapter 19
Electric Potential Energy & Electric
Potential. Capacitors.
Jan 21
Chapter 20
Electric Circuits
Jan 28
Test #1: Chapters 18, 19, 20
Jan 16
Chapter 19
Electric Potential Energy & Electric
Potential. Capacitors.
Jan 23
Chapter 20
Electric Circuits
Jan 30
Chapter 21
Magnetic Forces and Fields
Feb 6
Chapter 21
Magnetic Forces and Fields
Feb 13
Chapter 22:
Electromagnetic Induction
Feb 20
Chapter 24:
Electromagnetic Waves
Feb 27
Chapter 25: The Reflection of Light.
Mirrors
Mar 6
Chapter 26: The Refraction of Light.
Lenses and optical instruments
Mar 13
Chapter 27: Interference and the Wave
Nature of Light
Mar 20
Chapter 29: Particles and Waves
Selected sections
Mar 27
Spring Break
Apr 3
Chapter 31: Nuclear Physics and
Radioactivity. Selected sections
Apr 10
Chapter 32: Ionizing Radiation. Selected
sections.
Apr 17- Last day of class
Final review
Apr 24
Final exam 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Feb 4
Chapter 21
Magnetic Forces and Fields
Feb 11
Chapter 22:
Electromagnetic Induction
Feb 18
Chapter 23:
Alternating Current Circuits
Feb 23
Review Chapters 21, 22, 23 and 24
Feb 25
Test #2: Chapters 21, 22, 23 and 24
Mar 2
Chapter 25: The Reflection of Light.
Mirrors
Mar 9
Chapter 27: Interference and the Wave
Nature of Light
Mar 16
Review Chapters 25, 26, and 27
Mar 4
Chapter 26: The Refraction of Light.
Lenses and optical instruments
Mar 11
Chapter 27: Interference and the Wave
Nature of Light
Mar 18
Test #2: Chapters 25, 26, and 27
Mar 23
Spring Break
Friday
Jan 7
Chapter 18
Electric Forces and Electric Fields.
Gauss Law
Feb 2
Chapter 21
Magnetic Forces and Fields
Feb 9
Chapter 22:
Electromagnetic Induction
Feb 16
Chapter 23:
Alternating Current Circuits
Mar 30
Chapter 30: The Nature of the Atom
Selected sections
Apr 6
14
Chapter 31: Nuclear Physics and
Radioactivity. Selected sections
Apr 13
15
Review Chapters 29, 30, 31 and 32
Apr 20
Reading Day
Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
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Wednesday
Mar 19
Spring Break
Apr 1
Chapter 30: The Nature of the Atom
Selected sections
Apr 8
Chapter 32: Ionizing Radiation. Selected
sections.
Apr 15
Quiz Chapters 29, 30, 31 and 32
Apr 22
Reading Day
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Class communication
Announcements and due dates may be posted on Canvas and/or e-mail to students with “PH201” in the subject
line. Please be sure to read these e-mail, since they usually contain important information. Only the UAB e-mail
system (with ***@uab.edu address) will be used for any communication. I will attempt to answer any question
related to the course work received via UAB e-mail system within 2 business days. I will not use e-mail to
communicate any grades. Any such questions can only be addressed privately, during office hours.
Lab Policy: A student who is retaking PH201 needs to complete the lab section again. Similarly, if a student fails or
withdraws from the lecture course (or decides to re-take the class in order to improve their GPA) needs to re-take
the lab also.
Special accommodations
If you are registered with Disability Support Services, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible to
discuss accommodations that may be necessary. If you have a disability but have not contacted Disability Support
Services, please call 934-4205 or visit DSS at 516 Hill University Center.
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