Course Description
Introduction of laws and properties of matter, sound, heat, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Algebra and trigonometry used in development of this material. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 151 or MAT 183 or MAT 184 or MAT 190 or MAT 191 or MAT 196, or permission of instructor; Corequisite: PHY 211L (the attached laboratory section); Note: Laboratory is included in PHY 211 and PHY 212. No student may receive credit for PHY 211 or PHY 212 if credit has previously been earned for PHY 211A or PHY 212A or PHY 291 or PHY 292.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Critically analyze claims, arguments, artifacts or information.
- Construct coherent, evidence-based arguments.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Tests | 55% |
| Homework | 20% |
| Class Participation | 5% |
| Lab Performance | 5% |
| Lab Quizzes | 15% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 96% | A |
| 93% | A- |
| 90% | B+ |
| 87% | B |
| 84% | B- |
| 81% | C+ |
| 78% | C |
| 70% | C- |
| 67% | D+ |
| 64% | D |
| 60% | D- |
| <60% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance in class and lab is necessary to receive credit for Class Participation and Lab Performance.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
WebAssign Access Code, stand-alone calculator
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.