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Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: PHYS-1315- Section: 4E Physical Science I |
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| Instructor | Dr. Kyung-AE Son-Guidry | ||||||||||
| sonk@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6384 | ||||||||||
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| Description | Course, designed for non-science majors, that surveys topics from physics, chemistry, geology, astronomy, and meteorology. | ||||||||||
| Prerequisites | Basic skill competency in reading, writing and math. | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
1.Demonstrates comprehension of content-area material (PSLO Alpha) measured by pre-test/post-test 2.Explain the difference between mass and weight(PSLO 2, 3) measured by Homework and embedded Test questions 3. Analyze motion; calculate speed, velocity, and acceleration(PSLO1, 2, 3, 4) measured by Lab Project and embedded Test questions 4.Apply and use Newton's 3 Laws(PSLO1, 2, 3) measured by Homework, labs, and embedded Test questions 5.Apply and use energy and work concepts(PSLO 1. 3) measured by Homework, labs and embedded Test questions 6.Apply and use impulse and momentum concepts(PSLO1, 2, 3, 4) measured by Homework, labs and embedded Test questions 7.Analyze problems and apply the principles of physics expressed in mathematical equations(PSLO3) measured by homework exercises 8. Read text material to identify important ideas and principles, and discuss their applications in physical situations(PSLO1) measured by homework questions and embedded test questions 9. Work in groups to develop presentations informing the class concerning important ideas and principles and their application(PSLO 1, 2, 4) measured by group projects in class, or discussion board for online courses 10. Define the fundamental properties of matter (PSLO Alpha) measured by pre-test/ post-test. 11. Classify matter, compounds, and chemical reactions (PSLO 1, 3) measured by embedded test questions 12. Determine the basic nuclear and electronic structure of atoms (PSLO 1, 3) by embedded test questions. 13. Identify trends in chemical and physical properties of the elements using the Periodic Table (PSLO 1,3) measured by embedded questions and observations. |
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| Core Objectives |
* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of the content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills: Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine the extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify the conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills: Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task; analyzes how to use the principles, and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete a task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely. |
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| Textbooks |
Conceptual Physical Science by Paul Hewitt, ed.6, Pearson Addison Wesley with Mastering Physics by Pearson ("online" tutorial and homework) Lower version of Textbook is also accepted, but a separate access code needed to log on MasteringPhysics for HW. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline |
Week Chapter(s) Contents 1 & 2 1 Patterns of Motion & Equilibrium: 3 2 Newton's Laws of Motion: 4 3 Momentum & Energy 5 4 Gravity 5 1-4 Test I Review & Test I 6 5 Fluid Mechanics 7 6 Thermal Energy 8 7 Heat Transfer 9 5-7 Test II Review & Test II 10 12 Atoms and the Periodic Table 11 13 The Atomic Nucleus 12 14 Elements of Chemistry 13 15 Atomic Bonding 14 12-15 Test III Review & Test III 15 Review/Final 16 Final *This Schedule is an idealized guide for the semester. Depending on the situation, changes may be made by the instructor. Any changes will be announced in advance in class or online (Announcements on Blackboard or e-mail). |
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| Major Assignments Schedule |
Week Chapter(s) Contents Assignments 1 & 2 1 Patterns of Motion & Equilibrium #1: Inertia & Equilibrium 3 2 Newton?s Laws of Motion #2: Newton?s Laws of Motion 4 3 Momentum & Energy #3: Project 1: Balloon Racer 5 4 Gravity #4 5 1-4 Test I Review & Test I 6 5 Fluid Mechanics #5 7 6 Thermal Energy #6 8 7 Heat Transfer #7 9 5-7 Test II Review & Test II 10 12 Atoms and the Periodic Table #8: Bohr?s Shell Model 11 13 The Atomic Nucleus #9: Project 2: Scientist Bio 12 14 Elements of Chemistry 13 15 Atomic Bonding 14 12-15 Test III Review & Test III Project 2 Presentation 15 Review/Final 16 Final *This Schedule is an idealized guide for the semester. Depending on the situation, changes may be made by the instructor. Any changes will be announced in advance in class or online (Announcements on Blackboard or e-mail). |
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| Final Exam Date | December 6, 2019 - 11:00 AM Through December 6, 2019 - 1:00 PM | ||||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
1. Class assignment, worth 20 % 2. Mastering Physics HW, worth 15 % 3. Three Major Exams and Quizzes: will be announced in class, worth 30 % 4. Projects (to be determined), worth 20 % 5. Final Exam: TBA, worth 15 % |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
? Classroom Behavior: It is expected that students will maintain appropriate behavior for the college classroom. Should there be behavior that repeatedly disrupts the learning environment, students will be asked to leave the classroom and counted as absent for the day. ? Cell phones / Laptops will be put away during class. Cell Phones must remain off AND IN YOUR PURSE OR BACKPACK and your purse or backpack will be on the front of classroom floor during class. Should you be unable to abide by the cell phone rule, I reserve the right to ask you to leave your cell phone with me or to leave class for the day if you refuse to do so and counted as absent for the day. ? Email: To email me, please put class name and section number in the subject line of any email. If the class and section number are not listed you will not receive a prompt response. It is important that students are aware of the tone and structure of their correspondence. All emails should include a greeting, a clear statement of the question or inquiry, your name and include proper spelling and grammar. All email must come from the student's assigned Lamarpa.edu email address. Do not email me from google, yahoo, etc. as it is very likely the campus email will send your email to the Clutter folder and I will not receive it. I will reply within 24 to 48 hours. I do not check email after 5:00 pm or on the weekends. ? Dual Credit/Wilson Early College students: All class requirements, due dates and attendance policies apply to dual-credit students/Wilson Early College students. If you will be absent due to school activities/testing/etc, it is your responsibility to let me know ahead of time to make arrangements for testing or assignments and You are also responsible for your mylamarpa and Blackboard access. ? Technology Responsibility: It is assumed that students are proficient with the technological/computer requirements and the Blackboard system. It is your responsibility to understand how to navigate Blackboard, upload files, view video, etc. I will gladly direct you to resources that can assist you with the technology requirements. ? Blackboard System: Students are responsible for their Blackboard access. The instructor cannot troubleshoot Blackboard issues for individual students. For Technical Support please contact: Mr. Kenneth Lisby Office: Gates Memorial Library Open Computer Lab Email: helpdesk@lamarpa.edu Office: (409) 984-6150 https://help.blackboard.com/en-us/Learn/9.1_SP_12_and_SP_13/Student ? The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus |
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| Attendance Policy |
Regular attendance is strongly encouraged and it would affect the final grade. Five unexcused absences will result in F in the final grade. If you will be absent due to school activities/testing/etc, it is your responsibility to let me know ahead of time to make arrangements for testing or assignments |
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| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||
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| Important Information | |||||||||||
| ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||
| MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||
| Other |
1. All school holidays and information regarding Drops/withdrawals: Refer to school policies. 2. I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person. 3. After the semester is over, you may obtain your final course grade by logging in to your Online account. 4. The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus |
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| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||