Class: PH 201-1G College Physics I
Fall 2014 – 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 201R and PH 201L (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 first of a two-semester introductory, algebra-based college physics sequence.
Topics include: linear and planar motion, Newton’s Laws of motion, work and energy, gravitation, momentum,
rigid body motion, statics, fluids, heat transfer, diffusion, oscillations and waves, sound, and interference
phenomena. 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.
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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.
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 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, September 17 at 2:30 pm – 3:25 pm, CH 301
Exam #2 Wednesday, October 15
at 2:30 pm – 3:25 pm, CH 301
Exam #3 Wednesday, November 5
at 2:30 pm – 3:25 pm, CH 301
Quiz
Wednesday, December 5
at 2:30 pm – 3:25 pm, CH 301
Final Exam Friday, December 12
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
Participation 10%
Quizzes 10 %
Laboratory
10 %
Graded independently by the TA.
Laboratory protocol and procedure will
be discussed in the first lab meeting.
Final exam
20%
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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
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Last day to withdraw: October 24, 2014
PH 201-1G: College Physics I Lecture- Tentative class schedule:
Week
Monday
Wednesday
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Aug 27
Chapter 2: Kinematics in one
dimension
Aug 29
Chapter 3: Kinematics in two
dimensions
Sept 8
Chapter 4: Forces and Newton’s
Laws of Motion
Sept 15
Review Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Sept 3
Chapter 3: Kinematics in two
dimensions
Sept 10
Chapter 4: Forces and Newton’s
Laws of Motion
Sept 17
Test #1: Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Sept 5
Chapter 4: Forces and Newton’s
Laws of Motion
Sept 12
Chapter 5: Dynamics of Uniform
Circular Motion
Sept 19
Review of Test 1
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Sept 22
Chapter 6: Work and Energy
Sept 24
Chapter 6: Work and Energy
Sept 26
Chapter 6: Work and Energy
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Sept 29
Chapter 7: Impulse and momentum
Oct 6
Chapter 9: Rotational dynamics
Oct 13
Review Chapters 6, 7, 8 and 9
Oct. 1
Chapter 8: Rotational Kinematics
Oct 8
Chapter 9: Rotational dynamics
Oct 15
Test #2: Chapters 6, 7, 8 and 9
Oct. 3
Chapter 8: Rotational Kinematics
Oct 10
Chapter 9: Rotational dynamics
Oct 17
Review of Test 2
Oct 20
Chapter 10: Simple Harmonic
Motion and Elasticity
Oct 27
Chapter 17: Principle of Linear
Superposition and Interference
Phenomena
Nov 3
Review Chapters 10, 16, and 17
Oct 22
Chapter 10: Simple Harmonic
Motion and Elasticity
Oct 29
Chapter 17: Principle of Linear
Superposition and Interference
Oct 24
Chapter 16: Waves and Sound
Nov 5
Test #3: Chapters 10, 16, and 17
Nov 7
Review of Test 3
Nov 10
Chapter 11: Fluids
Nov 17
Chapter 12: Temperature and Heat
Nov 24
Fall/Thanksgiving break
Dec 1
Review Chapters 11, 12, and 13
Dec 8
Nov 12
Chapter 11: Fluids
Nov 19
Chapter 13: The Transfer of Heat
Nov 26
Fall/Thanksgiving break
Dec 3
Quiz Chapters 11, 12, and 13
Dec 10
Nov 14
Chapter 11: Fluids
Nov 21
Chapter 14: Diffusion (only)
Nov 28
Fall/Thanksgiving break
Dec 5
Final review
Dec 12
Final exam: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
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Aug 25
Course objectives, expectations,
policies and grading
Chapter 1
Sept 1
Labor day- no class
Friday
Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
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Oct 31
Chapter 17: Principle of Linear
Superposition and Interference
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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