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Physics 220 - 56597 - Mechanics of Solids and Fluids - Karapet Karapetyan

Course:Mechanics of Solids and Fluids
Professor:Karapet Karapetyan
Email:karapet.karapetyan@canyons.edu
Format:
  • Online
  • OnlineLive
Course Length:
  • 16 Week

Introduction

Hello Students,

I'm Karapet Karapetyan, and I want to welcome you to my Physics 220 class for Fall 2021. This course will be taught entirely online, with some Online Live Zoom components; including all weekly assignment, lectures, quizzes, and exams. 

 

You will be using the course webpages on Canvas every week--you should be logging into Canvas at least three times a week.  A tremendous amount of multimedia resources are available for you; pre-recorded Chapter lectures, problem solving videos, and various animations are posted for each week's material. Portions of the scheduled class times are going to be dedicated to conducting office hours and discussion sections, quizzes, and exams, and group work with your fellow students for lab, with the expectation that you are regularly watching the posted videos, using the various resources available to you, and coming to office hours prepared with questions to ask.

We will have MANDATORY 120 - 180  minutes long Friday meetings starting at 12.30 pm. These meetings are designed for lecture highlights of the pre-recorded lectures, Lab introduction, Recitations, and Exams.

Looking forward to seeing you online on first day! 

Course Description

Presents a calculus-based introductory study of particle and rigid body statics and dynamics, vibrational motion, and fluid mechanics.

 

PURPOSE:               

The purpose of this course is to introduce you to

  • Newton's Laws of Motion 
  • Work-Energy Principle
  • Momentum-Impulse Theorem
  • Center of Mass and Center of Gravity
  • Circular Motion
  • Kepler's Three Laws
  • Rotational Motion and Moment of Inertia
  • Buoyancy of Materials
  • Energy Conservation
  • Pressure in Fluids
  • Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM)

 

STUDENT LEARNING OBECTIVES:

  1. Analyze and solve physics problems using the concepts of solid and fluid mechanics, and motion. 
  2. Formulate appropriate conclusions from data extracted from solid and fluid mechanics experiments.

What to Expect in this Course

This course will be taught entirely online; including all weekly assignment, lectures, quizzes, and exams.  You will be using the course webpages on Canvas every week--you should be logging into Canvas at least three times a week. 

A tremendous amount of multimedia resources are available for you; pre-recorded Chapter lectures, problem solving videos, and various animations are posted for each week's material. Portions of the scheduled class times are going to be dedicated to conducting office hours and discussion sections, quizzes, and exams, and group work with your fellow students for lab, with the expectation that you are regularly watching the posted videos, using the various resources available to you, and coming to office hours prepared with questions to ask.

Again, we will have MANDATORY 120-180 minutes long Friday meetings starting at 12.30 pm. 

Types of Assessments

  • Weekly HW  (mastering physics)
  • Weekly Recitations  (in breakout rooms, during the class)
  • Weekly Labs  (via Pivot Interactives)
  • Three Exams  (proctored online exams)

Textbook Information

Physics for Scientists & Engineers with Modern Physics with Mastering Physics with Knight Workbook (4th Edition). Author: Randall D. Knight. ISBN: 978-0133942651.

Mastering Physics is required for this course, and can be purchased separately.

You also as an alternative textbook use free Openstax University Physics Volume 1 textbook as a reference. All the lectures and HW will be based on the official textbook though.

Other Relevant Course Information

Technology

  •  Regular access to a reliable computer with stable, high-speed internet connection.
     Download the Canvas App for your smartphone!
  • A webcam (a visual presence is required for all the meetings and exams)
  • You need the following software on the computer:
    • Internet browser
  • Microsoft Word. You can download the Microsoft Office Suite for FREE as a COC student (Links to an external site.)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader. You need to be able to open, print, and save PDF files. To view PDF files, you should have a current version of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer.
  • Make sure to download the Zoom app in order to meet virtually.

 

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 Accomodation 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

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: 09/01/2022 Sub#: 471