PHYSÂ 0105L. General Physics I Laboratory
Unit: 1
Formerly known as PHYS 2A (PHYS 105 and 105L, combined)
Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 27 or high school trigonometry with grade of "C" or better
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 105
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 11 strongly recommended
Hours: 54 laboratory
Laboratory portion of PHYS 105. Noncalculus introduction to the principles of mechanics, properties of matter and heat. Emphasis on applications relevant to several majors, including premedical, predental, optometry, forestry, architecture, and biological science. (combined with PHYS 105, C-ID PHYS 105) (CSU, UC-with unit limitation)
PHYS 0105L - General Physics I Laboratory
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Formerly known as PHYS 2A (PHYS 105 and 105L, combined) Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 27 or high school trigonometry with grade of "C" or better Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS 105 Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 11 strongly recommended Hours: 54 laboratory Description: Laboratory portion of PHYS 105. Noncalculus introduction to the principles of mechanics, properties of matter and heat. Emphasis on applications relevant to several majors, including premedical, predental, optometry, forestry, architecture, and biological science. (combined with PHYS 105, C-ID PHYS 105) (CSU, UC-with unit limitation) Units 1 Lecture-Discussion Laboratory 54 By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Use the appropriate lab equipment to achieve successful measurements associated with Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics. Use the appropriate software and numerical calculations to perform data analysis on measurements associated with Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics. Communicate experimental results in written and oral form. Integrate theoretical constructs of Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics from Physics 105 into concrete applications via experimental methodology. Course Content Outline I. 1-d Kinematics II. Vectors Linear Kinematics III. 2-d Kinematics IV. Dynamics of Particles V. Work and Energy VI. Momentum VII. Rotational Kinematics and Dynamics VIII. Equilibrium IX. Fluids X. Heat XI. Kinetic Theory of Gases XII. Laws of Thermodynamics XIII. Measurement Techniques XiV. Data Analysis Techniques XV. Laboratory Instrumentation XVI. Significant Figures Course Objectives Course Objectives The objectives listed below are aligned with the recommendations for introductory laboratories developed by the American Association of Physics Committee on Laboratories in 2014 (https://www.aapt.org/Resources/upload/LabGuidlinesDocument_EBendorsed_nov10.pdf) and are based on the current state of physics education research and the following six focus areas: constructing knowledge, modeling, designing of experiments, developing technical and practical laboratory skills analyzing and visualizing data, and communicating physics. These objectives are intended for both major and non-major introductory courses as such they are evaluated at a level commensurate with the curriculum of the lecture course. Thus, students are expected to: 1. Explain the importance of experimental evidence as one of the main byways of physics knowledge. 2. Devise falsifiable models or hypotheses to explain observable features of nature as a means to construct knowledge without relying on outside authority (constructing knowledge). 3. Apply the appropriate framework for the physical situation being modeled in an experiment (modeling). 4. Integrate abstract concepts from Physics 105 into their concrete applications through experimentation (modeling and developing technical and practical laboratory skills). 5. Apply multiple model representations to a given investigation (e.g mathematical, conceptual or diagrammatical modeling). 6. Explain the limitations, assumptions and approximations inherent in the models used in an experimental investigation (modeling). 7. Design a procedure to test a model or hypothesis or to make a measurement of something unknown while accounting for the types, amount, range, and accuracy of data needed to give reproducible results (designing experiments). 8. Apply basic troubleshooting as needed in an experimental investigation (designing experiments). 9. Explain the difference between precision and accuracy (designing experiments and developing technical and practical laboratory skills). 10. Explain the limitations of experimental equipment or an experiment design including sources of error and experimental uncertainties (designing experiments and developing technical and practical laboratory skills). 11. Apply standard instruments used in measuring and observing phenomena involving concepts covered in Physics 105 (developing technical and practical laboratory skills). 12. Apply basic practical, hands-on laboratory skills such as safe practices, experimental construction and setup, the alignment and leveling of laboratory apparatus and the taring and calibration of sensors (developing technical and practical laboratory skills). 13. Identify environmental factors that affect the integrity of experimental data or observations (analyzing and visualizing data). 14. Use computers for the collection, analysis, and graphical display of data (developing technical and practical laboratory skills and analyzing and visualizing data). 15. Manipulate data and apply standard quantitative techniques involving data visualization and statistical analysis (analyzing and visualizing data). 16. Evaluate the validity of experimental data (analyzing and visualizing data). 17. Express, characterize, and communicate the effect of experimental error on measured values (analyzing and visualizing data and communication). 18. Develop clearly stated scientific arguments that proceed from a clearly stated question or hypothesis to the presentation of data-driven evidence-based conclusions (communication). 19. Develop and present scientific arguments using a number of standard elements of technical communication (e.g. graphs, sketches and diagrams, proper technical vocabulary, evaluation of experimental uncertainty etc.) 20. Communicate results ethically and effectively in variety of formats ranging from informal discussion and oral presentations to formal laboratory papers and reports that adhere to accepted guidelines for formal presentation (communication). 21. Critique the student’s own presentations for both the quality of the scientific arguments and the scientific style (communication). 22. Exhibit cooperative skills in the collection and analysis data (communication, designing of experiments, developing technical and practical laboratory skills). Methods of Evaluation Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read "Lab 1: Forces" in preparation of completing the experiment and lab report. 2. Read the lab handout on error analysis in preparation for performing data analysis required for the lab. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Complete the pre-lab for Experiment 3. 1-d Kinematics. Example question: Explain the difference between instantaneous speed and instantaneous velocity. 2. Write formal laboratory report on Experiment 5: The Atwood Machine, using a word processor and the report guidelines. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
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