Physical Science II Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

PHYS-1417-001 Physical Science II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: Math 0303-minimum grade of C, Accuplacer score of 75, THEA score of 270 or an equivalent score on a state-approved test; RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills

Course Description

Science course designed for non-science majors with focus on elementary education science instruction methods and content. Primary emphasis will be fundamental concepts of physics, such as force and motion, sound, waves, momentum and heat. May also include integration with chemistry, geology and astronomy.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Conceptual Physical Science, 5^th ed; Hewitt, Suchocki, Hewitt

Custom Lab Manual for AC

Practice Book for  Conceptual Physical Science, 5^th ed; Hewitt, Suchocki, Hewitt

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Student Performance

\ By the end of the semester, the student should be able to complete the listed objectives with a minimum of 60% competency level based upon the grading procedure for the course.

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1. \ Understand and apply Newton’s Laws of Motion.
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2. \ Understand simple mechanical systems and principles of motion.
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3. \ Utilize concepts of momentum and energy.
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4. \ Explore ideas related to wave theory, both sound and light.
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5. \ Comprehend concepts of electricity and magnetism.
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6. \ Appreciate aspects of atomic and nuclear physics.
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Expected Student Behavior

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Grading Criteria

The course grade will be determined as follows:

Tests- 60%                   Lab -- 20%             Homework – 10%              Attendance /participation- 10%

General notes:  Assignments will be given for reading material in preparation for lecture, homework and lab.  There will be 4 tests, lab grades and homework. Grades are based upon the following scale: 90.0 = A, 80.0 = B, 70.0 = C, 60.0 = D, below 60.0 is failing.

Attendance

Attendance Policy:  All students are expected to attend class regularly.  Attendance will be monitored by class roll and assignments.  Poor attendance will affect the grade because of missed lecture material and labs.  Missed quizzes will be recorded as a zero and may not be made up.  Missed labs may be made up at the convenience and discretion of the teacher.  Research shows that students who attend class regularly have a higher success rate than those who choose not to attend class. 

Make-up Policy:  There will be no make-up for labs, homework or tests unless arrangements are made before the absence.  It is entirely the responsibility of the student to make arrangements for make-up work.

Drop Policy:  Students may drop the course in accordance with the Amarillo College regulations.  Reference to published regulation should be made if this option is to be contemplated.  It is the student’s responsibility to drop the course.  Under no circumstances will the instructor be responsible for dropping a student from the class. Refer to AC's published drop date to be sure of this date.

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