Introductory Physics I Laboratory Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

PHYS-1105-001 Introductory Physics I Laboratory

Prerequisites

Corequisite: PHYS 1305

Course Description

Laboratory studies in mechanics, acceleration, force and heat.

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Hours

(1 sem hr; 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

No textbook or lab book is necessary for this course. 

Supplies

Paper, graph paper, pencils, scientific calculator, flash drive 

Student Performance

Conduct basic experiments using standard scientific methods, analyze the experimental data, and construct a scientific conclusion.

1. Motion
2. Forces
3. Projectiles
4. Momentum and Impulse
5. Energy and its Conservation
6. Heat and Temperature
7. Thermodynamics
8. Wave Motion
9. Sound
10. Wave Behaviors

State the laws of physics governing each experiment and how they relate to the outcome of the experiment using language understandable by fellow students.

1. Descriptions of motion
2. Newton's Laws of Motion
3. Conservation Laws governing momentum and energy
4. Laws of Thermodynamics
5. Wave Interference

Explain how errors in collected data occur and can be minimized.

1. Accuracy vs Precision
2. Measurement Technique
3. Reading Measurement Tools

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Expected Student Behavior

Be on time to lab ready to learn. Work collaboratively with your peers to complete the lab activities with efficiency and precision.

Please turn all electronic devices off or on silent (except for calculators). 

Grading Criteria

Your grade will be the percentage of points earned compared to the total number of points possible. Each lab report is worth 100 points. You may drop the lowest lab grade. 

Attendance

Attendance is very important. Lab experiments may not be made up except in extreme circumstances. 

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