PHY2048L(5271) 2023-1 SYLLABUS
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HOMESTEAD CAMPUS DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES PHY2048L (5271) - LABORATORY PHYSICS WITH CALCULUS I - FALL 2023-1 SYLLABUS CONTACT: Dr. Eduardo Araujo-Pradere, PhD Email: earaujop@mdc.edu (Please, always include name and class information in the subject line.) MEETINGS (ROOM F109): W: 01:00 – 2:40 PM TEXTBOOK: (recommended only): University Physics with Modern Physics 14th EditionPRE/CO-REQUISITES: co-requisite PHY2048. REQUIRED MATERIALS: All materials (electronic format) will be provided so you do not have to buy a lab manual. To successfully complete your reports, you mayalso need a scientific calculator, a notebook and a JumpDrive.COURSE OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this course is for the student to: 1.Gain physics laboratory skills through hands-on activities and use of physics equipment and technology. 2.Obtain, record and analyze experimental data. 3.Interpret results and apply error theory. 4.Test and verify the fundamental laws and relationships of Physics I. 5.Develop report-writing skills Course competencies can be found at: http://www.mdc.edu/asa/documents/competencies/pdf/PHY2048L.pdfMDC Learning Outcomes can be found at: http://www.mdc.edu/learningoutcomes/documents/LearningOutcomes.pdf GRADING: - Pre-Lab (20%):Preliminary questions for the following lab (sent by e-mail, PDF format only). The prelab is due at the beginning of the lab session. 10% of the prelab grade will be deducted for every day late, up to 3 days. Beyond that, a ZERO WILL BE ASSIGNED.- Experiment (40%):Punctuality, safety, participation, following instructions, properly recording data and care. See Deduction rubric below.- Lab-report (40%):The data is clearly recorded and organized with appropriate labels so it is easy to read. Report is neat with well-written conclusions that show good critical thinking skills. All questions/extensions answered correctly. Lab reports are expected to be prepared and delivered one per team, but every member of the team is responsible for the timing and quality (therefore, grade) of the report. Reports are due the night before the following lab, and are to be submitted via email, PDF format only.Warning:Though lab reports will be written as a group, whenever requested, each student must submit an independent lab report. If a student caught copying from another, both students will receive a ZERO for the report. (See academic misconduct below). Notice that PreLab must be submitted individually.VERY IMPORTANT: PreLab File Naming Format: PHY2048L-prelab##_last name.pdf (for example: PHY2048L(5271)-prelab08_Araujo.pdf) ReportFile Naming Format: PHY2048L-report##_Group#.pdf (for example: PHY2048L(5271)-report12_Group3.pdf) OFFICE HOURS (Online, by appointment)M 8:00-8:50 AM, 12:00-4:10 PM T 8:00-9:50 AM, 11:15-12:30 PM W 8:00-8:50 AM R 8:00-9:50 AM, 11:15-12:30 PM
Keep in mind that your grade is cumulative. I will not bump or round your grade up at the end of the semester. INCOMPLETES:No incomplete grade will be given. ATTENDANCE: Lab attendance and punctuality is mandatory. If you miss a lab, you will receive zero for that lab. You will be able to make up onelab at the end of the semester. Since you will be working in groups, it is imperative that you be on time. I will record attendance at the beginning of each lab session. 1% of the experimental section of the lab will be deducted for each minute that you are late up to 20%. If you arrive at after 1:15 PM, you will not be allowed to do the lab and you will receive a zero for the lab. Keep in mind that if you miss the first two labs or miss three labs during the semester you will be dropped from the course and a “W” grade will be recorded on your academic records. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you believe you have a disability of any kind, you should contact the ACCESS office for an appointment by calling 305-237-5175. Keep in mind that “The mission of ACCESS is to assist students to maximize their talents, skills, and abilities and recognize disability as an aspect of diversity that is unique to each individual”.èFree Professional Mental Health Counseling on campus: Appointments are held Mondays 8:30 am – 2:30 pm and scheduled by Carla Montes, cmontes@mdc.edu, 305-237-5140 ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: There will be zero tolerance for academic misconduct. A student that is suspected of cheating, plagiarism, or misrepresenting their work, will be subject to the process specified in the student code of conduct. More information can be found at: http://www.mdc.edu/main/rights/ RULES FOR SUCCESS: 1.The most important rule for success is being on-time every lab session. 2.Complete the pre-lab quizzes ahead of time. 3.Check your data as you take it. Do not wait to the end to realize that your experimental set up is wrong and your data has to be re-recorded. You will not be able to complete the lab in for that day. 4.Don’t miss any lab. 5.Make sure you don’t leave before you are absolutely certain of what you have to write on your report. Consult with the lab assistant or myself before you leave. 6.Take notes, ask questions, and participate. 7.Exchange phone numbers or e-mail addresses with your group members. 8.Keep all of your notes and other class materials in one place. 9.Feelfree to contact me whenever you need to. E-mail me. Don’t wait until the last minute to ask for help. Resources: Free Tutoring/Help:SIS-STEM Room D105, Phone: (305) 237-5229.LAB RULES (Deduction for each of the first two violations*): 1.Turn off your cell phone during class. (4 %) 2.Eating or drinking is strictly forbidden inside the lab. (4%) 3.Work on your assigned able and group only. (6%)4.Avoid unrelated conversations. (5%) 5.Do not use your laptops or lab computers unless you are instructed to do so by the instructor. (4%) 6.Obey lab’s safety rules and regulations. (6%) 7.Do not sit on lab benches. (4%) 8.Work with your group only. Don’t exchange information or mingle with other groups. (6%) 9.Do not leave the lab until your group has completed the experiment and discussed the results. (10%) At the end of the lab: 1.Switch off and unplug any electrical equipment. (4%)2.Use rubber bands to fasten all electrical cords. Do not wrap the cords around the equipment(6%). 3.Report any broken or malfunctioning equipment. (4%)4.Dry up any wet glassware or material (4%)5.Make sure every nut is attached to its corresponding screw (i.e. end-stops, track legs, holders, clamps, etc.)(5%) 6.Arrange equipment tidily back on the cart. (5%) 7.ASK YOUR INSTRUCTOR TO CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT BEFORE YOU LEAVE. (5%)*After the second violation you will be asked to leave the room and receive a Zero for the corresponding Lab GRADING SCALE: A — 90% - 100% (89.99 is a B) B — 80% - 89.99% (79.99 is a C) C — 68% - 79.99% (67.99 is a D) D — 60% - 67.99% (less than 59.99 is an F)
PHY2048L - LAB SCHEDULELAB#/ VERNIER# Day DATE EXPERIMENT - W 08/23No Lab today 08/26 - Last Day to Drop with Refund 0 W 08/30INTRODUCTION, SYLLABUS, SAFETY 1/3 W 09/06CART ON A RAMP2/4 W 09/13DETERMINING gON AN INCLINE 3/5 W 09/20PICKET FENCE FREE FALL 4/6 W 09/27BALL TOSS IMPORTANT: Please, for this lab bring a volley/basketball per team 5/8A W 10/04PROJECTILE MOTION (PHOTOGATE) 6/9 W 10/11NEWTON’S SECOND LAW OF MOTION 7/11 W 10/18NEWTON’S THIRD LAW OF MOTION 10/31 - Last Day to Withdraw with Grade W8/12 W 10/25STATIC AND KINETIC FRICTION 9/14 W 11/01PENDULUM PERIODS 10/15 W 11/08SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION 11/16 W 11/15ENERGY OF A TOSSED BALL IMPORTANT: Please, for this lab bring a volley/basketball per team 12/18 W 11/22MOMENTUM, ENERGY, AND COLLISIONS 13/19 W 11/29IMPULSE AND MOMENTUM W 12/06RESERVE
APPENDIX A: Writing a Lab Report. Labs are the basis for our understanding of the key concepts in physics. What follows are the guidelines for success in writing a quality lab report. 1. You should keep all data collected during the lab on your lab notebook. 2. All laboratory reports are to be typed. You should write or print on both sides, we are in the business of saving the planet.3. Your name, the name(s) of all members of your laboratory team and the date the investigation was performed is to be written in the upper right hand corner of the first page of each report. 4. An appropriate title for the report should be placed in the center of the first page of the report. Refer to the syllabus with the list of labs. 5. Each of the following sections of the laboratory report should be prefaced with the section names. PurposeThis is a statement of the problem to be investigated. It provides the overall direction for laboratory investigation and must be addressed in the conclusion. ApparatusAll laboratory apparatus used in the investigation, along with a detailed diagram to illustrate the configuration of the apparatus, should be included in this section. See example at right. The variables to be measured should be clearly pictured. Procedure This section should identify and name all experimental variables and briefly describe how the independent variables are controlled. Someone who was not present during the lab should be able to understand how the experiment was performed by reading your procedure. Data Data consists only of those values measured directly from the experimental apparatus. No values obtained by way of mathematical manipulations or interpretations of any kind may be included in this section of the report. Data should consist of as many trials as judgement would indicate necessary. The units for physical measurements (kg, m, s, etc.) in a data table should be specified in column heading only. Evaluation of Data This section should include all graphs, analysis of graphs, and post laboratory calculations. State each formula, and if necessary, identify the symbols used in the formula. If repetitive calculations are to be performed, substitute only one set of datainto each formula and then construct a table of valuesfor all additional calculated values. Be certain that your final calculated values are expressed to the correct number of significant figures. Do not show your arithmetic calculations. Conclusion In the conclusion you must do the following: a) State the relationship between the variables identified in the purpose in a clear, concise English sentence. b) When a mathematical expression can be derived from graphical analysis, write it, making sure to include the appropriate units. State the meaning of the slopeand discuss the significance of the y-intercept (when appropriate).c) Describe any new terms that arise as a result of your evaluation of data.
d) When your results differ from what is expected, provide a plausible explanation.Appendix B: Physics Laboratory Write-up Checklist Experiment ______________________________________________ Partners: , , , , Pre Lab (10%) Comments: _____ Format (5%) 1. Lab Title and Team members name.comments:2. Each section clearly labeled, neat & organized. ____/2.5 ____/2.5 Purpose (5%) 1.Proper statement of purpose _____ Apparatus & Procedure (6 %) 1. Independent and dependent variables are clearly identified 2. Diagram drawn with all components labeled 3. Clear and brief sequence of steps followed, including an explanation of the control of variables comments: ____/2 ____/2 ____/2 Data (20 %) 1. Measurements organized into a neat table; 2. Values are clearly labeled, correct units; 3. Significant figures of data; 4. Quality/range/ multiple trials (when appropriate); 5. Table of generated values, labeled with units. ____/4 ____/4 ____/4 ____/4 ____/4 Evaluation of Data (26 %) 1. Graphs: •Variables on appropriate axes (use of units); •Quality of results. 2. Interpretation of graphs and Mathematical Model: •Brief written statements of relationships shown on the graphs; •Equation of the relationship obtained from the graph; •Correct interpretation of slope and y intercept. 3. Answer to the Analysis questions. 4. Correct units, use of errors and its propagation, and calculation of % error. comments: ____/2 ____/2 ____/3 ____/4 ____/3 ____/6 ____/6 Conclusion (28%) Quality of written explanation of relationships. The discussion must include all of the following: 1. New terms and concepts: Definitions according to the textbook; 2. Physical meaning of slope / significance of Y-intercept; 3. General equations/units and condition when they apply; 4. Reasonable explanation for divergent results; 5. Textbook correlation. (4 %) comments: TOTAL: Grade:____/6 ____/6 ____/6 ____/6