PHYS 3032: UNIVERSITY PHYSICS II

Section 1

Spring, 2009

Meetings: M, W 1730-1850, Bayou Bldg. 3604

Instructor: George Blanford, Ph.D.

Office: 3531 Bayou Bldg.

Phone: 281 283-3770

E-mail: blanford@uhcl.edu

Web Site: http://sceweb.uhcl.edu/blanford/courses.html  This syllabus, problem assignments, problem solutions, PowerPoint presentations and other relevant materials can be found at this web site

Office Hours: M 1600-1730; W 1600-1730.

Prerequisites: PHYS 3031, Calculus 2 (or concurrent enrollment).

Textbooks: Young and Freedman, University Physics, 12th ed. (San Francisco: Pearson Addison-Wesley, 2008).

Objective: To give students at the first level of university study a general survey of the theory of the physics of thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics and some modern physics and the application of this theory to practical problems. The basic laws of the physics of thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics and modern physics will be introduced using mathematical derivations and the development of physical formulae based on calculus. The students will work problems to develop their analytical skills to see how the physical laws work in explaining the mechanisms of inanimate nature.

Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

§  Define an extensive vocabulary of terms used in thermodynamics, electromagnetism and modern physics, especially how some differ from ordinary usage.

§  Explain how to use basic laws of thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics and modern physics to solve practical problems.

§  Demonstrate proficiency in solving basic problems in thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics and modern physics.

§  Demonstrate the ability to integrate the basic laws of thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics and modern physics with each other and with with the physics learned in PHYS 3031.

Course format: Lecture (assisted with PowerPoint slides), problem solving, and possibly some demonstrations. Student questions are welcomed.  If students are having difficulty with problem solving, we will try to arrange extra, optional study sessions specifically for problem solving.

Methods of evaluation:

·       Homework problems will be assigned.  Homework problems are due on the date assigned in class.  No delinquencies are allowed.  One randomly chosen problem will be collected and graded so it is preferable to work each problem on a separate piece of paper. The average score on these homework problems will be worth 16% of the final grade. Homework problem solutions will be available after they have been turned in.

·       Students will take three examinations each one worth 28% of the final grade. Each examination will consist of two parts. One part, worth 85%, will consist of problems like those given in the homework. One part, worth 15%, will be a problem of a type not previously encountered, but which can be solved by synthesizing the work that has already been mastered. They will be given on the days listed in the schedule below. None of the exams is comprehensive; the exact material covered on each exam will be given in class the week before the examination.

The grading scale is:

93 - 100 = A

77 - <80 = C+

90 - <93 = A-

73 - <77 = C

87 - <90 = B+

70 - <73 = C-

83 - <87 = B

60 - <70 = D

80 - <83 = B-

<60 = F

Attendance Policy: Students will maximize their learning experience by regularly attending class. You will be asked to sign an attendance roster at each class period. You get out of a course what you put into it. The instructor, the textbook, class discussions, etc. are there to help you learn.

Examination Policy: Students are expected to be present for each of the exams scheduled below. Unless satisfactory alternate arrangements are made with the instructor before the exam, missed exams will be scored as 0.

Academic Honesty: All students should be aware of the university’s policy on academic honesty, which can be found on the university’s web site: http://prtl.uhcl.edu/portal/page/portal/HOMEPAGE/TAB_HOME > Academics > Academic Policies > Student Life Policies > Academic Honesty Policy

Academic honesty is the cornerstone of the academic integrity of the university.  It is the foundation upon which the student builds personal integrity and establishes a standard of personal behavior.

The Honesty Code of UHCL states:

I will be honest in all my academic activities and will not tolerate dishonesty.

Because honesty and integrity are such important factors, you should be aware that failure to perform within the bounds of these ethical standards is sufficient grounds to receive a grade of "F" in this course and be recommended for suspension from UHCL.  Your continuing attendance in this class presumes that you have read this syllabus and the academic honesty policy and agree to the academic honesty policy.

Compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA): If you are certified as disabled and entitled to accommodation under the ADA, section 503, please notify the instructor as soon as possible. If you are not currently certified and believe you may qualify, please contact the Disability Services office, Student Services/Classroom Building, Room 1.301, or call (281) 283-2626.

6 Drop Rule Limitation: Students who entered college for the first time in Fall 2007 or later should be aware of the course drop limitation imposed by the Texas Legislature.  Dropping this or any other course between the first day of class and the census date for the semester/session does not affect your 6 drop rule count.  Dropping a course between the census date and the last day to drop a class for the semester/session will count as one of your 6 permitted drops.  You should take this into consideration before dropping this or any other course. Visit www.uhcl.edu/records for more information on the 6 drop rule and the census date information for the semester/session.

Course schedule: This schedule is subject to change primarily from the failure to keep up with all that we would like to cover.  The Exam dates are fixed.

          Jan.    20     Chapter 18: Thermal Properties of Matter

                      25     Chapter 19: The First Law of Thermodynamics

                      27     Chapter 20: The Second Law of Thermodynamics

          Feb.      1     Chapter 21: Electric Charge and Electric Fields

                        3     Chapter 22: Gauss’s Law

                        8     Chapter 23: Electric Potential

                      10     Chapter 24: Capacitance and Dielectrics

                      15     Chapter 25: Current, Resistance, and Electromotive Force

                      17     Review

                      22     First Exam

                      24     Chapter 26: Direct-Current Circuits

          Mar.      1     Chapter 27: Magnetic Fields and Magnetic Forces

                        3     Chapter 28: Sources of Magnetic Fields

                        8     Chapter 29: Electromagnetic Induction

                      10     Chapter 30: Inductance

                  15-17   Spring Break (no class)

                      22     Chapter 31: Alternating Current

                      24     Chapter 32: Electromagnetic Waves

                      29     Chapter 33: The Nature and Propagation of Light

                      31     Review

         April      5     First Exam

                        7     Chapter 34: Geometric Optics and Optical Instruments

                      12     Chapter 35: Interference

                      14     Chapter 36: Diffraction

                      19     Chapter 37: Relativity

                      21     Chapter 38: Photons, Electrons, and Atoms

                      26     Chapter 39: The Wave Nature of Particles

                      28     Chapter 40: Quantum Mechanics

          May      4     Review

                        6     Final Exam: 1600-1850—NOTE THE EARLIER TIME