Physics 1120 Syllabus, Fall 2011.Profs. Michael Hermele and Cindy RegalYou can download a printable version hereContents:Basic contact informationCourse goals (intro/outline)Texts and prerequisitesReading and homework assignmentsRecitation/TutorialsExams and gradingDeadlines, disabilities, and other CU policiesA recipe for successDisclaimer Lectures: MWF 1 PM (Section 100)MWF 3 PM (Section 200) Both in Duane G-1B30Recitations:Tuesdays in Duane basement rooms; see the tutorial schedule. (There arethree Tutorial spaces and you are assigned to attend one of them. ) Prof. Hermele's office: Duane F-615 (in the Duane Physics Tower, 6th floor)Office hrs: MWF after lectures (behind stage) [but not after 3pm lectureson Wed], and in Help Room (G2B87), or by appointmente-mail: [email protected] Prof. Regal's office: JILA A-509 (in the JILA Tower, 5th floor)Office hrs: Monday 2pm-3pm in JILA A-509, and in Help Room (G2B87)e-mail [email protected] Web page www.colorado.edu/physics/phys1120 You're there...(check in often!) Learning Goals: Phys1120 is the 2nd semester of introductory physics. We emphasize conceptualunderstanding and problem solving skills. We cover electricity, circuits, magnetism,electromagnetic waves and light: the foundations of our modern technological society. Our goals arefor you to continue developing knowledge and intuition about how the world works, to learn toPhysics 1120 Course Syllabus http://www.colorado.edu/physics/phys1120/phys1120_fa11/syll...1 of 6 8/23/11 11:09 PMapproach, solve, and understand physics problems on both qualitative and quantitative levels, torelate classroom physics to the real world you live in, and to develop a deeper appreciation of thescientific method.Most of the material we will cover this semester involves discoveries no more than 150 years old.(Of course, even the ancients knew some things about magnetism and light). We are so comfortablewith technologies like television and computers, that it is easy to forget just how recent thesedevelopments are: some of you may have relatives old enough to remember the days before radio(the first licensed broadcast station opened in 1920). We live radically more convenient and perhapslonger and more enjoyable lives due to the revolution in electric-based technology. Modernhealth-care, industrial, and home tools are almost entirely based upon the existence of electricalpower and electronic circuitry. By the end of this course, you should have a base of knowledge thatwill allow you to better understand how many modern electronic instruments work. (Click here for more details on our learning goals) Pre/Corequisites:Calc II (MATH 2300/APPM 1360) must be taken at least in parallel. You should have a strongworking knowledge of algebra, trig, Calc I, and Phys1110. Phys 1140 lab is highly recommended.Enthusiasm, curiosity, and an open mind will also be helpful! The required textbooks1) "Essential University Physics", Richard Wolfson, Vol. 2 (second edition, Ch 20-39).2) "Tutorials in Introductory Physics", McDermott (custom edition for the University of Coloradoat Boulder). This 2-volume set is required for use in our recitations. (You must bring the tutorial bookevery Tuesday, you'll be working out of them!)3) iClickers ( See grades page for details ) READ ASSIGNED CHAPTERS BEFORE WE COVER THEM IN CLASS and go to lectureknowing what you understand and don't understand so that you can ask questions while we're still onthe topic. The purpose of lecture is to clarify your understanding, to help you make sense of thematerial. If you don't read in advance, lectures will be much less useful to you. (Imagine going to aclass on Shakespeare without doing the readings - the prof is not going to read the plays for you!) Iwill assume you have done the required readings in advance! We'll cover roughly one chapter/week,starting with Ch. 20. CAPA (an internet based homework system: Computer Assisted Physics Assignments ) You willreceive a weekly printed personalized homework assignment. Each student's assignment is slightlydifferent. You log onto CAPA via the web to "hand in" your answers. Work out your solutions onpaper before you log on. The advantage is that you will have instant feedback on how well you aredoing and will have opportunities to change wrong answers without penalty. (You will get multipletries, generally 6, on each problem, with no points taken off for wrong answers. If you get it wrong all6 times, that particular problem is "closed out" but you can still work on others. You can log off andcome back later any time, there is no time limit or penalty except for the final deadline) NewPhysics 1120 Course Syllabus http://www.colorado.edu/physics/phys1120/phys1120_fa11/syll...2 of 6 8/23/11 11:09 PMhomework assignments will appear online. You need a 4 digit "pin" to sign on (different each week!),but you can have the system email this pin to you (go to the CAPA login page, there's a link there). Or,just pick up your personal hard copy in the 1120 bins in the basement. Homework will be due Frinights at midnight (Late hw’s will not be accepted by CAPA.) Etiquette: Please turn off all cell phones, laptops, pagers, etc. when entering any classroom. It isperfectly OK to interrupt the lecture by yelling “Question!”. Questions in lecture are always good!We encourage collaborative teamwork on homework and tutorials, an essential skill in scienceand engineering (and highly valued by employers!) Scientists and engineers work in groups as wellas alone. Social interactions are critical to scientists' success - most good ideas grow out ofdiscussions with colleagues. As you study together, try to help your partners get over confusions, askeach other questions, critique hw and tutorial write-ups. Teach each other. You will learn a lot!Note: While collaboration is the rule in technical work, evaluations of individuals also play animportant role. Exams will be done without help from others. For all assignments, the work you turnin must in the end be your own: in your own words, reflecting your own understanding. Recitations/tutorials: This is a chance to work in a smaller setting with fellow students and trainedteaching/learning assistants. Tutorials are designed to enhance your understanding of key principlesdealt with in the class. You will hand in "tutorial homeworks", and work through worksheets in smallgroups at your own pace. It's more important for you to understand the material than to "cover" all
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