Lake-Sumter State College Course Syllabus
Course / Prefix
Number
PHY 2048C
Course Title:
Physics with Calculus I with Lab
CRN:
20539
Credit:
5
Course Catalog
Description:
This course covers the basic principles of mechanics, including motion, forces, energy,
rotation, and vibration. Emphasis is on hands-on experiences to reinforce physical principles.
It is intended primarily for majors in the physical sciences and engineering
Instructor:
Term:
Spring 2016
Brenda Skoczelas
Contact
Information:
Skoczelb@lssc.edu
Office
Location:
Office Hours:
As Posted on Website
SM 230
All students are required to use Lakehawk Mail for official college e-mail
communications.
See the college webpage for instructions on activating Lakehawk Mail.
***First Class meeting is on 1/6/2016 at 1pm.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisites:
Textbook and Other
Course Materials:
Technology and
Online Computer
Access Requirements:
Course Objectives:
C or higher in MAC 2311 CALC W/ ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I
None
Fundamentals of Physics by Jearl Walker 10th Edition; WileyPlus Account
General understanding of computer systems (Blackboard), Excel spreadsheets for data
analysis & Internet for research
First of two Physics sequence courses designed to teach the students the fundamentals
of physics required to follow onto a more advance technical field of study
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Student Learning
Outcomes (SLOs)
Assessed in this
Course:
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Demonstrate competency with the principles of the scientific method, as well
as an appreciation for its purpose in obtaining results from a collection of
carefully recorded objectively based observations representing the current level
of knowledge as accepted by the scientific community.
Integrate basic concepts of chemical, physical, and biological processes into a
cohesive awareness of the interrelationships that exist between them.
Critically evaluate qualitative and quantitative data, applying inductive
reasoning to arrive at scientifically rational conclusions.
Describe and identify components, assess and discuss results, as well as design
(and/or implement) scientific experiments.
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Academic Integrity:
Important Information
for Students with
Disabilities:
Privacy Policy
(FERPA):
Attendance /
Withdrawal Policies:
Withdrawal Deadline:
Methods of
Evaluation:
Grading Scale:
Course Calendar:
The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the
basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an
ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that
work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information
and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well,
including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible
conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet. (See college catalog
for complete statement.)
Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic
accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately
to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the
Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any
campus. An appointment can be made by calling 352-365-3589 and specific
information about the OSD and potential services can be found at www.lssc.edu, then
go to “Quick Links” and click on Disability Services.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34
CFR Part99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of a student’s education records.
In order for your information to be released, a form must be signed and in your records
located in the Admissions/Registrar’s Office.
Attendance is crucial for success in any course. Student absences will be excused at
the discretion of the instructor in the cases of extreme circumstances. All students are
required to be in class and prepared on time. It is your responsibility to contact the
instructor in the event of an absence. If you do not contact the instructor, an absence
will automatically be counted as unexcused. Quizzes in both lecture and lab may be
administered to insure prompt attendance. Quizzes cannot be made up and are given at
the beginning of the lecture/lab session. Anyone arriving late forfeits the opportunity
to take the quiz and will receive a zero for the missed quiz.
3/25/16 by 4:30pm
Homework, Laboratory Work, Reading Quizzes and Exams, Cumulative Final
Homework
180 Points: 12 Homework Assignments in WileyPlus @ 15 Pts each
Reading Quizzes 120 Points: 12 Reading Quizzes in WileyPlus @ 10 Pts each
4 In-Class Exams 480 Points: 4 Exams In Class @ 120 Pts each
Laboratory
220 Points: 12 Labs @ 18/19 Pts each (may include Pre Lab quiz)
Total
1000 Points
Chapters 1-14
Classroom Rules and
Policies:
Violence Statement:
Syllabus Disclaimer:
No late work will be accepted. No exceptions. Homework will be due the following
class period that it was assigned, whether you were present in class or not. There will
be no make-up tests, quizzes or labs. If a student must be absent from a class for an
emergency situation, it is their responsibility to contact me or another student to find
out what they have missed. You need to email me no later than the day of the class
that you were absent for to receive the subject material covered and/or assignments.
Contact the instructor as soon as possible regarding any emergency situation.
1. Please do not attempt to carry on conversations while I'm teaching.
2. Food and drink are not allowed in lab.
3. No Cell Phones during class. Absolutely no sleeping!
4. Please Always show respect to the instructor and fellow classmates.
I will not hesitate to ask you to leave the classroom or to write an incident report if
necessary.
Lake-Sumter State College has a policy of zero tolerance for violence as stated in
College Board Rule 2.17. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance
with Board Rule 2.17.
Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this instructor,
considered correct and complete when distributed to the student. The instructor
reserves the right, acting within policies and procedures of Lake-Sumter State
College, to make necessary changes in course content or instructional techniques
without prior notice or obligation to the student.
***First Class meeting is on 1/6/2016 at 1pm.
Please see the Course Calendar for required class meetings on LE Campus.
This section is a hybrid section.
Class will normally meet EVERY MONDAY from 11am – 2:50pm.