PHYS C185: Calculus Based Physics: Mechanics
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Top Code | 190200 - Physics, General |
| Units | 4 Total Units |
| Hours | 108 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 54; Lab Hours 54) |
| Total Outside of Class Hours | 0 |
| Course Credit Status | Credit: Degree Applicable (D) |
| Material Fee | No |
| Basic Skills | Not Basic Skills (N) |
| Repeatable | No |
| Open Entry/Open Exit | No |
| Grading Policy | Standard Letter (S) |
| Local General Education (GE) |
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| California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) |
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| Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) |
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| California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) |
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Course Description
The Physics C185, C280, and C285 sequence is required for science and engineering majors who need calculus-based physics. Topics include the kinematics and dynamics of translational and rotational motion of objects, conservation laws, Hooke's Law, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, fluid statics, and dynamics. PREREQUISITE: MATH C180. ADVISORY: MATH C185. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC: Credit Limitations: PHYS C120, PHYS C125 and PHYS C185, PHYS C280 combined: maximum credit, 1 series; No credit for PHYS C110, PHYS C110L or PHYS C140, CHEM C140 if taken after PHYS C120 or PHYS C185. C-ID: PHYS 205.C-ID: PHYS 205.
Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)
- Analyze and solve problems involving Newton's Laws of Motion.
- Analyze and solve problems involving energy and momentum transfer.
- Analyze and solve problems related to simple harmonic motion and waves.
Course Objectives
- 1. Analyze and solve physical problems related to the kinematics and dynamics of objects that are acted upon by multiple forces.
- 2. Analyze and solve physical problems involving energy and momentum transfer.
- 3. Analyze and solve problems involving fluid statics and dynamics.
- 4. Analyze and solve problems related to simple harmonic motion and waves.
- 5. Perform experiments using laboratory equipment and simulations, analyze the resulting data, and present the results in a scientific report.
Lecture Content
MECHANICS: Physics and Measurements - Units and Dimensional Analysis Motion in One Dimension - Kinematics and Free-fall Vectors, Vector Addition and Vector Products Motion in Two and Three Dimensions. Particle Dynamics and Newton's Laws Work and Energy, Conservation of Energy, Power Conservation of Momentum, Collisions Kinematics and Dynamics of rotating objects, Angular Momentum, Conservation of Angular Momentum Static Equilibrium Universal Gravitation Fluid Statics and Dynamics - Archimedes and Bernoulli's Principles OSCILLATIONS, WAVES, and SOUND Oscillatory Motion Wave Motion Sound Waves Superposition and Standing Waves
Lab Content
Collect data with appropriate sensors and significant figures. Analyze data in graphical form. Perform experiments involving positions, velocities, accelerations and forces. Perform experiments involving buoyancy and fluid mechanics. Perform experiments involving oscillators and simple harmonic motion.
Method(s) of Instruction
- Lecture (02)
- DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
- DE Online Lecture (02X)
- Lab (04)
- DE Live Online Lab (04S)
- DE Online Lab (04X)
Instructional Techniques
A variety of instructional techniques will be employed to encompass different student learning styles. These may include, but are not limited to, lecture, discussion, and small group activities. Instructional will be supplemented, where appropriate, by PowerPoint presentations, videos, simulations, and other electronic resources and technologies.
Reading Assignments
Students will complete reading assignments from the textbook as well as any supplemental reading based upon handouts, Internet resources, and assignments from the Coastline Library.
Writing Assignments
Lab Reports, Quiz and Test questions, and Discussions will require the student to demonstrate and communicate a qualitative understanding of scientific concepts.
Out-of-class Assignments
Outside of the classroom, students will do the required reading, study for quizzes and exams, and conduct research, where applicable, to prepare for discussions.
Demonstration of Critical Thinking
Students will demonstrate critical thinking through written work such as lab reports as well as active participation in class discussions.
Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration
Problem-Solving will be emphasized in the class through homework assignments, quiz and test questions, and testing predictions based on simulations and hands-on experiments. Writing skills will be demonstrated by essay questions and lab reports.
Eligible Disciplines
Physics/Astronomy: Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics OR bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy AND master's degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent. Master's degree required.
Textbooks Resources
1. Required Young, H.; Freedman, R. University Physics with Modern Physics, 15th ed. Pearson, 2020 Rationale: - 2. Required Ling, S.J.; Sanny, J.; Moebs, B. University Physics Volume 1, 1 ed. OpenSTAX, 2020
Other Resources
1. Coastline Library