Physical Science 105/105L: Syllabus
SUMMER 2006
| DATE | CHAPTER | TITLE | HOMEWORK DUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24 | Chapter 1 | Units, General Concepts and Definitions | None |
| July 25 | Chapter 2 | Waves | None |
| July 26 | Chapter 2 | Waves | Chapter 1 Study Guide Due |
| July 27 | Chapter 3 | Sound | None |
| July 31 | Chapter 3 | Sound | Chapter 2 Study Guide Due |
| August 1 | Chapter 4 | Music | None |
| August 2 | Chapter 4 | Music | Chapter 3 Study Guide Due |
| August 3 | Chapter 5 | Acoustics | None |
| August 7 | Chapter 5 | Acoustics | Chapter 4 Study Guide Due |
| August 8 | Chapters 1-5 | Review | None |
| August 9 | Chapter 5 Study Guide Due | ||
| August 10 | Chapter 6 | Light | None |
| August 14 | Chapter 6 | Light | None |
| August 15 | Chapter 7 | Optics | Chapter 6 Study Guide Due |
| August 16 | Chapter 7 | Optics | None |
| August 17 | Chapter 8 | Color Theory | Chapter 7 Study Guide Due |
| August 21 | Chapter 8 | Color Theory | None |
| August 22 | Chapter 9 & 10 | Color Psychology & Color Apps. | Chapter 8 Study Guide Due |
| August 23 | Chapter 6-10 | Summary and Review | None |
| August 24 | Chapter 9 & 10 Study Guide Due | ||
| WEEK OF: | EXPERIMENT: |
|---|---|
| July 24, 25 | None |
| July 26, 27 | Lab #1 Measurement of Velocity |
| July 31, August 1 | Lab #2 Vibrational Systems |
| August 2, 3 | Lab #4 Standing Waves on a String |
| August 7, 8 | Lab #6 Sound Waves and their Forms |
| August 9, 10 | Lab #7 Plane Mirror and Refraction |
| August 14, 15 | Lab #8 Lenses and the Telescope |
| August 16, 17 | Lab #9 Interference of Light Waves |
| August 21, 22 | Lab #10 Color and Polarization |
A passing grade in the laboratory is required in order to pass the entire course. (70% or better.)
All laboratories will be graded on the basis of 10 points in each of two separate areas. The two graded areas are:
1. Lab technique and participation (graded from laboratory observation of student's in-class performance, punctuality, cooperation, quizzes, etc.); and
2. Laboratory report (numerical and graphical analysis and conclusions).
Under normal circumstances the data and the analysis of each laboratory is expected to be completed within the two-hour period and therefore turned in to the laboratory instructor.Read the makeup policy posted on the door of the laboratory.You (the student) are responsible for this information. Any makeup of the lab must be scheduled with the Curator's office in Clippinger 042, either before the miss(possible in the case of University scheduled events) or as soon as the student has returned. If you can arrange to come to another lab doing the same experiment that was missed, you will usually be able to make-up an excused missed lab with full credit. For some labs data may be given so that therefore may be completed outside of laboratory time, For these "dry labs" the maximum score on the makeup will be 80%. This means you may lose points even for an excused absence so do not miss lab unless you absolutely have to.
***Bring your calculator to lab.***
Study guides will be selectively graded and checked forcompleteness. Ten (10) points credit will be given for turning these in complete , correct, neat, legible, in sequential order and on time. Study guides turned in late will be graded on a maximum of eight (8) points up until the study guides are returned to the class at which point zero (0) credit will be awarded for turning them in late except in cases of valid excused absences. No credit will be given for study guides turned in after the exam covering the material in that chapter.
CAPA assignments will be made for each chapter and all work for these assignments must be done by computer entry. Problems and questions used for CAPA will give the student additional practice and experience to better prepare them for the in class quizes and examinations. Note that specific due dates and times are listed on the syllabus and these will be strictly followed.
In class quizzes will be given on the material assigned and/or covered that week. Missed quizzes will be counted as zero. Any questions about the study guides may be asked in class, during scheduled help sessions, or you may make an appointment to see me in my office.
Your grade will be computed on the following basis:
| Grades | Total Points Possible: |
|---|---|
| Study Guides (10 Assignments) | 100 |
| In class quizzes (10) | 100 |
| Mid-Term Exam | 100 |
| Final Exam | 100 |
| In Class Worksheets | 100 |
| Labs 105L only | 80 |
Final grades for the course will be assigned using the following percentage scale as a guide:
| Letter Grades | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A- to A | 90% or better |
| B- to B+ | 80% - 89% |
| C- to C+ | 70% - 79% |
| D- to D+ | 60% - 69% |
Laboratory Grading
The grade for the laboratory will be the percentage received in lab out of 160 points. REMEMBER, a passing grade in the laboratory is required in order to pass the course. Missed labs will count as zero. If a student misses more than 2 labs with or without a valid excuse (or excused labs that are not madeup), the student will fail the entire course. See lab schedule for full details.
Mr. Baker's: Physics 201, 202, 203
Astronomy 100
Physical Science 100
Physical Science 101, 101L, 105, 105L
Attendance : The instructor recommends that all students attend class but roll will not be taken after the class attendance has stabilized. Students are responsible for all material covered in class whether they attend class or not. A University excuse (see O.U. Handbook) is required for any makeups on quizzes, exams or lab work. In cases where quizzes are missed without a satisfactory excuse, these quizzes will be counted as zeros.
Cheating: Students suspected of cheating will be warned and may be asked to change seats during exams or quizzes. This is not an indication that cheating has actually occurred, but is a preventative measure to reduce the chances of cheating in suspicious circumstances. Students caught in flagrant cheating may be given a zero on the class work involved, be asked to resubmit the work, or in some cases take a retest. If the student does not agree with this action, the student may file a grievance through established University channels or through the Ombudsman's office. In extreme cases the instructor may also initiate a review by the University Judicial Board. This action could result in suspension of the student or other punitive actions by the Judicial Board.
All cases involving flagrant cheating or suspected cheating will be reported to the Chairman of the Department of Physics and Astronomy in writing for future reference.