Course Syllabus
Instructor:
Dr. Johnathan Rice
Office: B-207H 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, 32606
Zoom Office Hours: F 7:00-8:00 am (subject to change) or by appointment (just email me)
Primary E-mail: Use Canvas
Alternative E-mail: johnathan.rice@sfcollege.edu
Important details:
THIS CLASS IS ONLINE ONLY!!!
IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOU CHECK CANVAS AND EMAIL FOR UPDATES!!!!
I will be posting pre-recorded lectures on Canvas every week. In addition you will have virtual labs, tests, and homework (assigned via Canvas) that you must complete. All weekly assignments will be due by 11:59 pm Sunday night (every week) unless stated otherwise.
If you have any issues with anything or questions about something, the best thing to do is to email me as soon as you can. I will do my best to be as helpful and accommodating as I can.
Course description:
The first part of a two-term survey of physics for science and pre-professional students, this course introduces the student to mechanics and thermodynamics. These theories provide the student with established explanations of the phenomena of motion, gravity, fluids, waves, sound, and heat. The essential physical quantities (velocity, acceleration, force, mass, energy, momentum, etc.) are introduced in theoretical and practical contexts.
Co-requisite: The same section number of PHY2053 and PHY2053L must be taken together.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in MAC1114 or MAC1147
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Meeting Times
Every Weekday ONLINE |
Textbook
Use the link on Canvas. (Students will be registered for Expert TA the first time they access a connected assignment from the LMS System.)
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Grade Composition
Final 25% Online Quizzes 25% Online Homework 25% Laboratory 25% (Subject to change) |
Grading Scale
90 – 100 A 70 – 74.99 C 85 – 89.99 B+ 65 – 69.99 D+ 80 – 84.99 B 60 – 64.99 D 75 – 79.99 C+ 0 – 59.99 F
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Important Dates:
May 13: Classes Begin
May 14: Last day to add class
May 15: Last day to drop with no record and receive a refund
May 27: Memorial Day. College Closed.
June 8: Last day to withdraw and receive a 'W'
June 19: Juneteenth. College Closed.
June 22: Classes End
June 24: Final Exam
June 27: Grades Due
Test and Quiz policies:
There will be weekly quizzes and one final exam.
Exact dates are subject to change, check canvas for the most up to day information.
The only aids permitted during any tests are one calculator (any type) and your own notes. The quizzes only cover the material discussed in class since the previous quiz.
The unit tests are not cumulative and only cover the material discussed in class since the previous unit test. However, the final is cumulative and covers material from the entire term.
If your percentage score on your final is better than your percentage on your lowest quiz score, then the quiz score will be dropped, and replaced with your final percentage.
The tests will typically consist of two parts:
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The first part will have multiple choice questions.
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The second part (free response format) will have several quantitative problems and all work will need to be shown to receive credit.
The mandatory final test will be cumulative and will have the same format as the unit tests.
If you know you have a conflict or another issue, contact me before the due date and I will do my best to work with you.
Makeups for tests are only allowed for valid reasons once the due date has passed. Valid reasons may include jury duty, sickness, death in the family, etc. You will be asked to provide documentation to request a makeup exam.
Online Homework
Once a week you will be assigned an online homework. You can access the online homework on Expert TA through Canvas.
If you contact me before the due date then I will work with you if you are having difficulties with the homework or technical issues.
There will be no make-up for any missed homework once the deadline has passed.
Lab Reports
For each experiment, you will be asked to complete a worksheet or Lab report. In some cases, you will need to perform additional calculations out of class or write a comprehensive report.
Each student will be asked to upload their own worksheet/lab report. The lab reports due dates will be announced in class and posted on Canvas. Do not wait until the due date to ask questions.
If you contact me before the due date then I will work with you if you are having difficulties with the lab or technical issues.
Makeups for any missed laboratories are only allowed for valid reasons once the deadline has passed. Valid reasons may include jury duty, sickness, death in the family, etc. You will be asked to provide documentation to request a makeup for any missed laboratories.
Lab reports cannot be dropped.
Course schedule & information:
Upcoming information, due dates, and experiments will be announced regularly in class and online via Canvas. YOU MUST CHECK CANVAS AND YOUR EMAIL!!!!
General Education Learning Outcome (GELO):
Note that, as part of improving course quality, the college uses certain samples of work assigned during this course to evaluate whether improvements can be made to the course, in order to improve student mastery levels of broad skills (rather than specific content memorization). This course is intended to improve mastery of scientific reasoning skills, as outlined below:
Scientific Reasoning: Students will demonstrate their understanding of scientific concepts and reasoning, as well as their ability to analyze and interpret various types of data in both tabular and graphical form. They will do this in designated assignments or as part of regular quizzes, tests, projects or presentations.
Because the college requires certain samples of work to be submitted, those pieces of work may contain special preambles or indicators stating that they will be used for GELO purposes. But these indicators are for college use only at this time, and will have no special effect on your letter grade.
Course Policies
Attendance: In-class activities count for a significant fraction of your grade for this course. Tests are based on material discussed in class and on homework. Therefore, you should make every effort possible to avoid missing class. If you miss class, you are still responsible for the material discussed on that day.
Make-up policy: Labs are the only work which may be made up after the fact. Even then, make-ups will only be considered for the following cases with proper documentation:
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Medical emergencies
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Professional/military duties
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College-related activities
Withdrawal: Students must be aware of the withdrawal dates, available at: http://www.sfcollege.edu/records. If you need to withdraw with a “W,” you are responsible for using eSantaFe to withdraw yourself before the college deadline. (I am not in charge of withdrawals.)
Recording policy: I permit you to make audio or video recordings of classes for later review, for personal use only.
SF e-mail policy: Please note: In order to provide better service, SF students now have access to Office 365, including a student email account. Students are required to use this email account when communicating with the college. Login instructions can be found in eSantaFe notifications.
Course Objectives
PHY2053 is the first semester of a non calculus-based physics for science and pre-profesionals. The main objectives of this course are to develop student skills in the following areas:
Basic knowledge of physics: Physics explains principles that underlie concepts explored in other natural sciences and in engineering. Therefore, a solid knowledge of basic physics is useful to anyone who wishes to understand, apply, and extend the principles of pure and applied sciences.
Critical thinking: Scientific inquiry depends heavily on checking the truth or fallacy of various claims. The structured ways which we use observations and reasoning to critique a claim in Physics class can also enhance our productivity when they are applied to making the best decision in other fields.
Problem solving: In Physics, solving a problem is often a multi-step process that tests your ability to synthesize several different physical concepts, using mathematics plus an understanding of how a physical insight can be expressed by equations. Recognizing which ingredients are necessary to solve a certain problem, and planning in which order they should be used, while discarding the irrelevant ingredients, is important both in Physics and in troubleshooting problems in general.
Communication and collaboration: Complicated real world problems can take large numbers of minds and expensive equipment to solve. Learning how to solve problems together with other people and communicate the results in an understandable way opens the door for us to work better in larger team settings to solve the toughest problems today.
To help you reach these goals, we will use a combination of lectures, pen-and-paper problems, computer exercises, and laboratory exercises and demonstrations.
To evaluate your success in reaching these goals, we will use tests, quizzes, assignments, and lab exercises.
The tests, quizzes, and assignments will demonstrate your ability to combine problem-solving and critical thinking skills with knowledge of basic physics. To achieve a high score, not only will you need to apply scientific concepts and reasoning to plan and execute your solution to each problem, but also, you will need to think of strategies to check for errors in your answers.
The lab exercises will indicate your skills in manipulating equipment, gathering and recording data, analyzing data, interpreting data, and communicating the results of your analysis.
THIS IS A GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SB7044.
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CURRICULUM |
This course is the first of a two-term sequence. It introduces the basic concepts of physics. The course earns General Education credit under the Physical Sciences category for which successful students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand scientific concepts and reasoning, including the analysis and interpretation of various types of data. |
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GOALS |
General Education Learning Outcomes (GELO). This course satisfies the requirement of Scientific Reasoning skills. The students will demonstrate their understanding of scientific concepts and reasoning, ability to engage in a scientific reasoning process, proper use of scientific methods, and ability to interpret results and communicate their knowledge.
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STUDENT EXPECTATIONS |
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MEASUREMENT OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE |
Student performance will be assessed using some of the following mechanisms:
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*For more information on GELOs go to: General Education - Academic Affairs (sfcollege.edu)
College Policies
College Academic Integrity
The very nature of higher education requires that students adhere to accepted standards of academic integrity. Therefore, SF has adopted a Code of Student Conduct that outlines general guidelines. Students are encouraged to discuss issues related to academic integrity with instructors. For more information go to sfcollege.edu/Assets/sf/rules/pdfs/Rule_7/7_23.pdf
It is YOUR responsibility to read and abide by the SF Code of Student Conduct that outlines general guidelines pertaining to academic integrity. This can be found at the following site sfcollege.edu/Assets/sf/rules/pdfs/Rule_7/7_23.pdf
Accessibility Statement
Santa Fe College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to fostering mutual respect and full participation for all students. The Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) facilitates reasonable accommodations for students who encounter disability-related barriers in the learning environment. If you have a disability that may affect your work in this class and think you need accommodations, please contact the DRC to schedule an appointment and start a conversation about reasonable accommodations. Our Disabilities Resource Center is in Building S, Room 229 at the Northwest Campus and appointments are available at all College locations. Visit sfcollege.edu/drc, call 352-395-4400, or email drc@sfcollege.edu.
Discrimination/Harassment Policy
SF prohibits any form of discrimination or sexual harassment among students, faculty, and staff. For further information, refer to College Rule 2.8 at sfcollege.edu/Assets/sf/rules/pdfs/Rule_2/2_8.pdf.
Commitment to Equal Access and Equal Opportunity.
Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to SF’s Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, 3000 NW 83rd Street, R-Annex, Room 113, Gainesville, Florida 32606, 352-395-5950, equity.officer@sfcollege.edu.
Student Rights & Responsibilities
The purpose of this document is to provide students with a general overview of both their rights and responsibilities as members of the Santa Fe College community. For a complete list of students’ rights and responsibilities go to https://www.sfcollege.edu/studentaffairs/student-rights.
Santa Fe College Counseling Center
Santa Fe College recognizes that there may be times, as a college student, when personal stressors interfere with your academic performance and your daily life. The Santa Fe Counseling Center supports students by addressing mental and emotional well-being, and provides FREE and confidential short-term individual, couples, and group counseling, crisis intervention, outreach, and referral services. To schedule an appointment, call 352-395-5508 or email counseling@sfcollege.edu with your SFID# and a telephone number where you can be reached. Our Counseling Center is in Building R, Room 227 on the Northwest Campus. Visit www.sfcollege.edu/counseling to learn more about services and resources.
Course Summary:
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