WINTHROP UNIVERSITY
Department of Chemistry, Physics, & Geology
Syllabus
Semester: Spring 2020 Course: PHYS 202 -
General Physics II
Credit hours:
4
Pre-requisite: A grade of C or better in
PHYS 201
Co-requisite:
PHYS 202L
Lecture:
T,R 12:30-1:20, KINA 115 Course
Schedule
Professor: Dr. Ponn Maheswaranathan (HUMahesUH), Sims 213-B.
Office Hours:
T & Th 11-12:30 and W 11-12:30, or by appointment.
Phone: 323 4940, E-mail:
Hmahesp@winthrop.eduU
Laboratory:
W 2:00 - 4:50 PM or
W 5:00 - 7:50 PM or R 8:00 - 10:50 PM.
Students need to register
for one of the above lab sections,
PHYS 202L.
Laboratory will not meet during the first week of classes.
Course Description:
The PHYS 201-202 sequence
covers the major branches of classical physics: PHYS 201 deals with mostly
mechanics, wave motion, and sound while PHYS 202 covers thermodynamics,
electromagnetism, and optics. The course emphasizes understanding of fundamental
physics concepts and principles as well as the development of conceptual and
analytical problem solving skills by using physics concepts, principles, and
mathematics in the solution of various interesting and challenging real world
problems. This course should also help you review and master your algebra,
trigonometry, and apply them in physics.
Course Objectives:
University-Level Competencies:
General Physics II introduces students to the role of
scientific reasoning in solving introductory physics problems using algebra &
trigonometry
(e.g. calculating entropy changes in thermodynamics, calculating magnetic field
due to electric currents, and analyzing circuits). They will apply the
scientific methodologies of inquiry during the laboratory, PHYS 202L, and write
well-reasoned conclusions. They will also be introduced to the history of
scientific discovery (e.g., topics and devices are introduced with historical
perspectives) and learn that the theories in physics evolve into laws after
continuous re-evaluations and arguments. In addition they will see how
scientific advances made in a laboratory transform into useful technological
devices (e.g., the development of the transistor from vacuum tube to silicon
chip).
Attendance and
Participation:
Students are encouraged to attend all the lectures and
to actively take part in classroom activities. Regular attendance and good
participation efforts will help in the final letter grade assignment for
borderline cases.
Homework:
Chapter sections, questions, and problems are assigned for each lecture. It is
important that you read the chapter sections before coming to a lecture. After
attending the lecture you should re-read the chapter, answer the questions and
solve problems. Get help when needed. Homework will be collected via paper
and BlackBoard.
Students with Disabilities/Need of Accommodations
for Access:
Winthrop University is committed to providing access to education. If you
have a condition which may adversely impact your ability to access academics
and/or campus life, and you require specific accommodations to complete this
course, contact the Office of Accessibility (OA) at 803-323-3290, or, accessibility@winthrop.edu. Please
inform me as early as possible, once you have your official notice of
accommodations from the Office of Accessibility.
Winthrop’s Academic Success Center:
Winthrop’s Academic Success Center (ASC) is a free resource for all
undergraduate students seeking to perform their best academically. The ASC
offers a variety of personalized and structured resources that help students
achieve academic excellence, such as tutoring, academic skill development (test
taking strategies, time management counseling, and study techniques), group and
individual study spaces, and academic coaching. The ASC is located on the
first floor of Dinkins, Suite 106. Please contact the ASC at 803-323-3929
or
success@winthrop.edu.
For more information on ASC services, please visit
www.winthrop.edu/success.
Winthrop’s Office of Nationally Competitive Awards (ONCA)
identifies and assists highly motivated and talented students to apply for
nationally and internationally competitive awards, scholarships, fellowships,
and unique opportunities both at home and abroad. ONCA gathers and
disseminates award information and deadlines across the campus community, and
serves as a resource for students, faculty, and staff throughout the nationally
competitive award nomination and application process. ONCA is located in Dinkins
222. Please fill out an online information form at the bottom of the ONCA
webpage
www.winthrop.edu/onca
and email
onca@winthrop.edu
for more information.
Student Conduct Code:
The policy on student academic misconduct is outlined in the “Student Conduct"
website and the
Student Handbook.
Syllabus change policy:
The instructor will make changes to this syllabus as deemed necessary for the
progression of the course.
Tests & Final:
Three tests (30% total) and a comprehensive final
(30%) are scheduled as follows.
Date |
Tests and Final |
Chapters |
Content Description |
02-06-20 |
Test #1 |
13,14,15, 18 |
Temperature, Heat,
Thermodynamics, Electric Forces, and Electric fields . |
03-03-20 |
Test #2 |
19,20,21 |
Electric potential and Electric Circuits.
|
04-07-20 |
Test #3 |
22, 23,24 |
Electromagnetism, ac
circuits, and electromagnetic waves. |
|
|
25,26,27 |
Geometric and Wave Optics. |
4/30/20: |
Comprehensive Final Exam |
|
|
Points & Grade:
Tests:
30% (10% Each), Homework: 12%, Laboratory: 25%, Course Evaluation: 3%, and
Final: 30%.
The letter grade will be assigned as follows:
100% - 90% = A
89% - 87% = A-
86% - 84% =
B+ 83% - 80% =
B 79% - 77% = B-
76%-74% = C+ 73% -
67% = C 66% - 64% = C-
63%-60% = D 59%- 0% = F