General Physics I
General Information
. Department: Applied Physics and Material Science
. Course: PHY 111 (General Physics I)
.Term: Winter 2023
.Total Units Of Course Credit: 4 (3 lecture, 1 lab)
. Pre- and Co-Requisite(s) : MAT 125 or MAT 125H or higher, and PHY 111 Lab.
Course Purpose
First course in the two-semester, algebra-based, introductory physics sequence. Classical mechanics, heat, and sound. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
Students will be able to apply the fundamental principles of Classical Mechanics toward the resolution of
questions and problems in the physical world relating to the broad area of Mechanics. Students will understand the kinematics and dynamics of motion (quantitative and spatial reasoning), be able to apply Newton's laws to
unique mechanical systems and deduce the resulting motion of those systems (creative thinking, critical
thinking, scientific inquiry). They will have a working knowledge of the concepts of work and energy and how to use those principles to investigate energy related phenomena. Apply Newton's laws and the concepts of energy and work to gravitational phenomena, systems of particles, and rotating systems in order to analyze and predict
the motion of these more complex systems (quantitative and spatial reasoning, creative thinking, critical thinking, scientific inquiry).
This is a liberal studies course under the distribution block of Science and Applied Science while also fulfilling the lab science requirement. Physics 111 is the first course of a two-semester introductory physics sequence of
courses for general students. This first semester course called Mechanics covers the topics of kinematics (the study of motion), rigid body statics and dynamics (Newton’s Laws), work, power, energy, momentum, heat, fluids, waves and sound.
The essential skills of creative and critical thinking with regard to the basic laws of nature and how those laws apply to our world and our environment will be emphasized and tested. In addition, students will engage the skills of quantitative reasoning and scientific inquiry in the solution of fundamental problems and laboratory experiments in physics.
This course has been certified to conform to FYLI guidelines to help promote student success for first year students.
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will have met the following LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. State the basic concepts associated with physics over the topics of motion, forces, momentum, energy, and
waves.
2. Qualitatively analyze situations in terms of the basic concepts/principles from motion, forces, energy, momentum, etc.
3. Construct and analyze diagrams and models for motion, forces, momentum, etc.
4. Solve numerical problems associated with motion, forces, momentum, etc.
5. Draw connections between topics and evaluate situations to employ methods and tools across manytopics. 6. Organize and professionally communicate a solution which outlines the logic and progression from startto finish.
7. Identify various study skills related to technical reading and utilize these.
Assignments
Students are required to read assigned chapters before class. During class, the professor will emphasize
important material, demonstrate key concepts with experiments, and demonstrate example problem solving techniques. i-Clicker Activities will assess comprehension of subject matter and help prepare students for
homework and exams. Daily in-class quizzes will provide regular feedback to students on their problem-solving skills.
Assessments of Course Student Learning Outcomes Low Stakes Assessments:
. i-Clicker questions
. Online homework
. Daily quizzes
High Stakes Assessments:
. Three midterm exams with both multiple choice and short answer sections
. A comprehensive final exam of the same format as the midterm exams.
Grading System
Percentages toward Final Grade
|
. Attendance |
5% |
|
. In-Class Quizzes |
10% |
|
. Online Homework |
10% |
|
. Three Midterm Exams |
10% each (x 3) |
|
. Final Exam |
10% |
|
. Final Knowledge Assessment |
10% |
|
. Co-requisite Lab |
25% |
Approximate Grading Scale:
. >90% A
. >80% B
. >70% C
. >60% D
The instructor reserves the right ti curve these id necessary.
We will be using the text called Physics by Cutnell and Johnson, 11th edition, inside the “WileyPLUS Blackboard” online homework program. From within the eBook you can also purchase a paper copy of that semester’s
volume for an additional fee. Please follow the instructions you have from me via email to register yourself into the HW system and purchase your choice of text.
PHY 111 LAB Manual - you must buy this online. You need to pay for the lab manual online before the first lab
meeting, which is during the first week, and then pick up the manual at the first lab meeting. Print/Bring your receipt.
The Lab URL is http://www.physics.nau.edu/LABMAN/labman.php
NOTE: ALL LABS BEGIN THE 1ST DAY OF CLASS
You must attend the first meeting of lab or you will be administratively dropped from both lecture and lab.
Class Outline or Tentative Schedule
Generally, students are expected to read the chapter at the before it is covered. The homework for the chapter will typically be due three days later. Quizzes will typically cover material from the previous 1-2 days.
Week Day Chapter Notes
1 Tuesday 2
1 Wednesday 3
1 Thursday 4
2 Monday 5
2 Tuesday 6
2 Wednesday 7
2 Thursday 8
3 Monday 9 Practice Exam
3 Tuesday 10
3 Wednesday 11
3 Thursday 12
4 Monday 13
4 Tuesday 14
4 Wednesday 15
4 Thursday 16
5 Monday 17
5 Tuesday All Cumulative Final Exam
Class Policies
Below is a selection of important policies specific to PHY 111.
Make-up work will only be given to students that provide a valid written institutional excuse or similar
document in advance of the classes missed. Make-up work will only be allowed on quizzes and tests. Attendance and clicker participation penalties will be dropped for excused absences. Homework will be due weekly online
and will be able to be completed after the deadline for reduced points, so there will be no make-up work possible for homework assignments.
Quiz Policy
All quizzes are open notes. Students are expected to submit their own work even in cases where students are allowed to work in groups on a quiz. Most quizzes will be individual work. Cheating and plagiarism policies will be enforced on all quizzes. The lowest quiz score for the semester will be dropped.
Test Policy
All tests are closed book. Students may use one sheet of paper (8.5 by 11 inch or smaller, both sides) with their own handwritten notes as a reference note sheet during the exam. Be thorough and careful with the creation of this sheet. Forgotten formulas will not be given to you during the exam. Restroom breaks will not be allowed
once a student begins an exam. If a student is observed cheating or colluding during an exam, they will be asked to leave. Students may be asked to provide identification when turning in their exam.
Calculator and Electronic Device Policy
Any electronic device (cell phones, smart watches, Bluetooth earbuds, etc.) including any calculator that can transmit any information wirelessly is both banned from exams and quizzes and will be treated as cheating if seen being used. Calculators will not be provided if forgotten during exams. Bring a functioning calculator to class. Turn off and put away all electronics for exams and quizzes. Cell phones, laptops, and other devices are permissible during regular lecture times for note taking. Please set phones to silent during class. Please ask
permission if you intend to electronically record a class.
Homework Policy
All homework will be graded through WileyPLUS online homework system. It is vital that you have a WileyPLUS account for this class and do the homework. I often have busy weekends so please start the assignment and
seek help before the weekend. Emailing me at 10pm on the day it is due is not an effective way to get
homework assistance. Homework done after the due date will still be worth 40% of the original points, so if you can’t get one problem correct before the due date, it’s still worthwhile to seek help with that problem the next day. Since doing homework on time is vital to success on exams, extensions will not be given. New homework
assignments should appear every day and will be due two class days later. A student using another person, a website, or similar to complete their homework for them is considered guilty of academic dishonesty.
A finding of academic dishonesty will result in a zero for the assignment and a record of the student’s offense in the NAU Academic Dishonesty Database. A repeat of a finding of academic dishonesty will result in a failing grade for the class.
Disruptive Behavior
Inappropriate use of electronic items or general bothersome behavior towards me or a classmate will result in the offending student being asked to stop it, or leave the class depending on the severity of the infraction.
Failure to comply with a request to leave the class will lead to the involvement of campus police. If a classmate is acting in a manner that is causing problems with your learning, let me know.
Departmental Policies
This class abides by all policies outlined by the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the following link: NAU and Department of Physics & Astronomy Policies.
University Policies
SAFE WORKING AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT POLICY
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy (SWALE) prohibits discrimination and harassment,
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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a documented disability, you can request accommodations by contacting Disability Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), [email protected](e-mail) or 928-523-8747 (fax). Once eligibility has been
determined, students are required to register with DR every semester to activate their accommodations.
Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order for DR to best meet your individual needs,
you are urged to submit a self-identification form and necessary documentation (www.nau.edu/dr) at least 4
weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR is strongly committed to the needs of students with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design. Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of
programs and facilities at NAU may be brought to the attention of DR or the Equity and Access Office (523-3312 or [email protected]u). The university ADA/504
Coordinator is DR Director, Jamie Axelrod. He may be reached at [email protected].
Based on the Arizona Board of Regents Academic Contact Hour Policy (ABOR Handbook, 2-224), for every unit of credit, a student should expect, on average, to do a minimum of three hours of work per week (or day as in
summer school), including but not limited to class time, preparation, homework, studying.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Integrity is expected of every member of the NAU community in all academic undertakings. Integrityentails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community are grounded in
honesty with respect to all intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations, but in all University relationships and interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources. An NAU student’s submission of work is an implicit
declaration that the work is the student’s own. All outside assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully reported at all times. In addition, NAU students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of their peers.
Individual students and faculty members are responsible for identifying potential violations of the university’s academic integrity policy. Instances of potential violations are adjudicated using the process found in the
university Academic Integrity Policy.
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The Responsible Conduct of Research policy is intended to ensure that NAU personnel including NAU students
engaged in research are adequately trained in the basic principles of ethics in research. Additionally, this policy assists NAU in meeting the RCR training and compliance requirements of the National Science Foundation (NSF)- The America COMPETES Act (Creating Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology,
Education and Science); 42 U.S.C 18620-1, Section 7009, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) policy on the instruction of the RCR (NOT-OD-10-019; “ Update on the Requirement for Instruction in the Responsible Conduct
of Research”). For more information on the policy and the training activities required for personnel and students conducting research, at NAU, visit: http://nau.edu/Research/Compliance/Research-Integrity/
SENSITIVE COURSE MATERIALS
University education aims to expand student understanding and awareness. Thus, it necessarily involves
engagement with a wide range of information, ideas, and creative representations. In the course of college
studies, students can expect to encounter —and critically appraise — materials that may differ from and perhaps challenge familiar understandings, ideas, and beliefs. Students are encouraged to discuss these matters with
faculty.
CLASSROOM DISRUPTION POLICY
Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all participants to preserve an atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part of that obligation implies the
responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain an environment in which the behavior of any individual is not disruptive. Instructors have the authority and the responsibility to manage their classes in
accordance with University regulations. Instructors have the right and obligation to confront disruptive behavior thereby promoting and enforcing standards of behavior necessary for maintaining an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Instructors are responsible for establishing, communicating, and enforcing reasonable
expectations and rules of classroom behavior. These expectations are to be communicated to students in the syllabus and in class discussions and activities at the outset of the course. Each student is responsible for
behaving in a manner that supports a positive learning environment and that does not interrupt nor disrupt the delivery of education by instructors or receipt of education by students, within or outside a class. The complete classroom disruption policy is in Appendices ofNAU’s Student Handbook.