PHYSIC-110 [55936 ] - General Physics I - Karapet Karapetyan
| Course: | General Physics I |
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| Professor: | Karapet Karapetyan |
| Email: | karapet.karapetyan@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
Hello and welcome to PHYSIC 110: General Physics I at College of the Canyons! The purpose of this page is to help get you started in the class. There are lots of components to the class and several types of assignments to submit. Hopefully, you will find that it all comes together logically and clearly.
Course Objectives (Student Learning Outcomes)
Lecture. 1. Solve problems using Newton's laws, the principles of energy conservation, and laws of thermodynamics, to problems involving motion, heat, and waves.
Lab 1. Formulate appropriate conclusions based on physical data obtained by conducting
experiments using instruments to examine the principles of motion, heat, and waves.
Lecture Content
The lecture content of the course will be taken from the book. Topics include:
- Vectors and scalars
- Particle kinematics
- Newton's laws of motion
- Statics and dynamics
- Work and energy
- Momentum and angular momentum
- Gravitation
- Simple harmonic motion
- Wave motion and sound
- Fluid mechanics
- The laws of thermodynamics
- The behaviors of ideal gasses
- The kinetic theory
- Heat engines
Course Description
Presents a non-calculus-based introductory study of Newtonian mechanics, the conservation of energy, momentum, and angular momentum, including topics in vibrational motion, waves, and fluid mechanics. Designed for students majoring in the life sciences or any other major requiring a non-calculus based physics course. UC credit limitation: PHYSICS 110-111, and 220-221-222 combined, maximum credit one series. Prerequisite: Math 102.
What to Expect in this Course
The class will be a mix of OnlineLive components (Lecture) and asynchronous components (Lab). OnlinLive meetings will be every Monday and Wednesday from 05:30PM and run approximately 120-180 minutes. Attendance will be mandatory to those meetings. During these OnlineLive meetings we will have lecture highlights, quizzes, and recitations. You should be able to find all the Lecture material (lecture videos and notes) already posted on Canvas (which will be open about a week before the class starts), and by following the schedule in the syllabus you can then use them to study the material.
Pre-recorded video of the lectures should be your PRIMARY resource for learning the material, with the textbook used mostly for a reference. Mastering Physics subscription will be required for homework assignments, quizzes, and exams.
Tuesdays and Thursdays are reserved for completion of the lab assignments, done asynchronously. Pivot Interactives will be used for most, if not all lab assignments.
There will be two 45 minutes office hours during the week conducted via Zoom. It is upmost importance that you watch those pre-recorded video lectures (you can follow the schedule in the Syllabus), and please take it upon yourself to ask me questions in class, via email or during the office hour when something is not understood.
The videos are lengthy (60-90 minutes) since they mirror the classroom lecture, but please try to give yourself breaks so you do not zone out and miss important topics.
Types of Assessments
1. Mastering Physics HW for every chapter
2. Bi-weekly Quizzes
3. Bi-weekly Recitations
4. Bi-weekly Labs
5. The Midterm Exams
6. Final Exam
Textbook Information
Pre-recorded video of the lectures should be your PRIMARY resource for learning the material, with the textbook used mostly for a reference. Mastering Physics subscription will be required for homework assignments, quizzes, and exams.
The official class textbook, though will be used mainly as a reference source
Pearson College Physics, Knight, 4th Ed. Also required: Mastering Physics access
Mastering Physics access code will be required though for HW assignments. Can be purchased with the textbook or separately.
You can however use the OER Physics textbook as a reference
Other Relevant Course Information
The course can be accessed via Canvas about a week before first day of the course. Follow the login instructions at the bottom of the screen to log in. Here, you can also access Canvas user guides with helpful tips for navigating and using Canvas. For any Canvas related issues please call the Canvas Student Support line at 877-889-9052 for 24/7 support.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)
College of the Canyons DSPS provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Disabled Students Program & Services website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
College of the Canyons cares about your emotional and physical health. Learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including free counseling and mental health services available during this time by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center website or by calling them at: 661-362-3259.
The National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255 (TALK). Please call it if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress - it could save someone's life.
You can also use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. It's free, available 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)
College of the Canyons DSPS provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Disabled Students Program & Services website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
College of the Canyons cares about your emotional and physical health. Learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including free counseling and mental health services available during this time by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center website or by calling them at: 661-362-3259.
The National Suicide Lifeline number is 1-800-273- 8255 (TALK). Please call it if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress - it could save someone's life.
You can also use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. It's free, available 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!
Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.
Online Counseling
The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.
Management of Stress and Mental Health
Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.
Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
Veterans Resource Center
The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.
Library
The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!
Last updated: 06/07/2021 Sub#: 215