PHYSICS 2212K
Principles of Physics II
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. M. Torbett, Associate Professor of Astronomy
and Physics
OFFICE:
K-120
PHONE:
471-2827
EMAIL:
mtorbett@mail.maconstate.edu
WEBSITE:
http://home.maconstate.edu/mtorbett/
TEXT:
Physics for Scientists and Engineers, 5th Ed. by R. A. Serway &
Beichner
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Scientific calculator
COURSE DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES:
Physics 2212 is a calculus-based introduction to electric fields, Gauss=s Law, voltage, current, resistance, and direct current circuits, magnetic fields, Ampere=s Law, Faraday=s Law,inductance, capacitance, alternating current circuits, and electromagnetic waves. Also covered will be geometrical optics, diffraction and interference, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. Laboratory exercises will be scheduled to coincide as closely as possible with the concepts and principles introduced in lecture.
The objectives of this course are to:
1) develop the student=s understanding of the concepts and principles of physics through lectures, demonstrations, laboratory experiments, and problem solving.
2) develop the student=s ability to apply critical thinking procedures in analyzing and solving applied problems.
3) acquaint the student with the process and methods science uses to understand nature.
SUGGESTIONS TO STUDENTS:
It is suggested that students study 2 hours outside of class for every 1 hour of classtime. Conscientious review of the discussion questions at the end of each chapter will aid the student in assimilating the concepts and principles. In addition to the problems selected below, working through other problems will definitely improve the student=s understanding.
ATTENDANCE AND MAKEUPS:
Class attendance is strongly encouraged. Experience has shown that regular attendance will definitely improve the student's grade. Roll will occasionally be taken or pop quizzes will be given and may influence "border-line" grades. Be advised that the College policy states that the total number of absences must not exceed twice the number of class meetings per week otherwise the student may receive an F.
There will be no make-up exams. The student may miss one (1) exam with legitimate excuse. The score for the missed exam will be computed using the student's score on the final. Missed tests above the one excused absence will be scored as zero (0).
EVALUATION:
The course grade will be determined on the basis of three (3) in-class tests, a comprehensive final, and laboratory work. The distribution of emphasis is as follows:
Test 1 15%
Test 2 15%
Test 3 15%
Final 40%
Lab 15%
____________
100%
MATERIAL COVERED:
Week Chapter problems
1 23 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 17, 21, 26, 32, 40, 41, 42, 48, 62
2 24 3, 7, 12, 15, 17, 27, 29, 30, 45, 46, 48, 54
25 3, 5, 7, 9, 15, 18, 23, 29, 31, 36, 37, 38, 46, 50, 51
3 26 1, 4, 7, 8, 15, 16, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 31, 33, 38, 39, 41, 48, 50, 51
4 27 4, 10, 12, 16, 17, 21, 23, 33, 49
28 1, 2, 4, 6, 12, 15, 16, 24, 25, 27, 29, 41, 42, 49, 67
5 29 1, 2, 3, 5, 12, 13, 19, 26, 31, 32, 35, 39, 40, 44, 47, 48, 51
6 30 2, 4, 6, 7, 12, 16, 17, 29, 30, 31, 33, 38, 40
31 1, 5, 11, 12, 16, 20, 23, 26, 29, 31, 34, 35, 38, 43, 47
7 32 2, 3, 5, 11, 13, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 28, 38, 39, 40, 43, 48, 51, 57
8 33 2, 4, 8, 9, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 29, 36, 37, 43, 48
34 2, 3, 7, 8, 11, 16, 19, 25, 27, 28, 37, 45, 47
9 35 2, 3, 5, 11, 29, 31, 36, 38, 39, 43, 61
10 36 3, 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 28, 30, 34, 49, 51
37 2, 7, 15, 30, 31, 32, 35, 41
11 38 1, 3, 14, 16, 20, 23, 26, 37, 42, 44, 47
39 5, 15, 22, 23, 25, 32, 33, 41, 46, 49, 53, 64
12 40 3, 6, 7, 17, 26, 33, 41, 43, 48, 50, 53, 57, 60
41 1, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 23, 29, 35, 37, 47
13 42 1, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 15, 17, 20, 26, 32, 40, 45, 46
43 1, 3, 4, 13, 25, 34
14 44 6, 8, 15, 26, 32, 33, 36, 44, 45
45 2, 5, 6, 14, 16
15 46 1, 2, 5, 6, 40