College Physics I - Course Structure

GOAL: The main topics for this semester are Thermodynamics (the scientific study of heat) and Electromagnetism (the scientific study of the electric and magnetic forces). We will begin with Thermodynamics, covering the three laws governing the transfer of energy between macroscopic systems and move on to Electromagnetism, where we will learn to quantify the electric and magnetic forces. We introduce the concept of a field and uncover the relationships between the electric and magnetic fields (the laws of Maxwell). We then use their properties in applications involving electric circuits and other devices. The goal is to achieve an understanding of the basic concepts of electromagnetism and wave motion, and to be able to apply these concepts to a variety of physical situations. Students are expected to acquire skills in scientific methods, critical reasoning, and problem solving. Students are also expected to learn to organize their thoughts clearly and to express them clearly in both written and oral communication. This is a Calculus based course. Therefore differential and integral calculus will be employed whenever necessary both during lecture and for problem solving.

LABORATORY: The accompanying lab course will begin during the second week of classes (Tuesday, 1/21/20). Procedures, grading policy, etc. for the lab course will be discussed during the first lab meeting.

EXAMS: This course will have two one hour mid-term exams scheduled during the semester and a final exam given during the finals' week (see the tentative pace of this course). The two one hour exams will be given in class during the lecture period on Wednesdays, February 21 and April 03. The time and place for the final exam will be announced later in the quarter. The exams will consist of problems and questions similar to suggested homework problems, examples from the text and problems and questions discussed in class. Students may use review notes (a "cheat-sheet") consisting of one 8.5" by 11" sheet of paper (letter-size) written on one side only during examinations. The cheat-sheet may not contain any solved problems.

QUIZZES: Quizzes will be given during lecture classes each week (for a total of 12 quizzes).

HOMEWORK PROBLEMS: Suggested homework problems (roughly 20 per week) will be assigned from each chapter (see suggested problem listing). Working physics problems is essential to obtaining an understanding of the material covered. A subset of these problems is highlighted in RED in the list. These problems will be checked weekly and must be submitted on Wednesdays.

Note:
1. Late Homework will not be accepted.
2. Loose sheets of homework problems will not be accepted. All submitted homework must be stapled.

Problems highlighted in GREEN are recommended but will not be checked weekly.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The Homework problems are indicative of the problems that will appear on the exams. A sum total of 120 points is assigned to the homework. You begin the quarter with all the points already given to you. Each time you do not submit homework, or otherwise indicate that you have not attempted the homework yourself, 10 points will be deducted from the 120 points you started the quarter with.

ATTENDANCE: Students are expected to attend all classes and be on time. All absences must be excused.

CONDUCT: Students are expected to follow the Student Code of Conduct. Academic misconduct in this course will be dealt with in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.

ABSENCES: Except for emergencies, students are expected to inform their instructor beforehand if they cannot attend an exam. Makeup exams may be arranged at the discretion of the instructor and only if the student has a valid and acceptable excuse for the absence.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is committed to providing all students equal access to learning opportunities. Disability Services is the official campus office that works with students who have disabilities to arrange reasonable accommodations. Students who have or think they have a disability are invited to contact Disability Services for a confidential discussion. It is recommended that students initiate contact early in the quarter to allow adequate time for services to be arranged.
Location - Muntz Hall, room 112E.
Telephone - (513) 792-8625.

MATHLAB: Excellent instructors are available to help students with difficulties in physics and mathematics at the MATHLAB. Regular use of these facilities is very highly recommended.
Location - Muntz Hall, room 112G
Telephone - (513) 745-5760

WITHDRAWAL: The last day to withdraw with no entry to your academic record is Tuesday, January 27. The last day to withdraw and receive a grade of ``W'' with the instructor's signature is Friday, April 3. View the academic dates and deadlines calendar here.

Two Mid-term exams: (1 hour each)	100 points each =	200 points
One Final Exam: (2 hours)		200 points
Twelve Quizzes: (10 minutes)	10 points each =	120 points
Twelve Homeworks		120 points

Total:		640 points (100%)

Letter grades for the courses will be assigned using the following approximate guidelines:

[90%,100]	A
[80% - 90%)	B
[70% - 80%)	C
[60% - 70%)	D
[00% - 60%)	F