Physical Science 170 - California State University, Northridge



Physical Science 170 – Fall 2016Required Textbook:The Sciences: An Integrated Approach, Seventh Edition, Trefil & HazenRequired Lab Manual:Real World Science: Physics and Chemistry Applications, 3rd edition, Teresa Ciardi Lab note book: A 9.75 x 7.5 inch Quad ruled 5 squares to the inch Composition BookDate:Reading Assignment TopicLabOut-of Class AssignmentAug 29Class Starts – Intro - Chapter 1 Science — A Way of KnowingIntro Quiz OC #1 - Handout; Due the 12th of SeptemberAug 31Appendix 1 & 2 – Determining errors Measuring a Wood Block Page 1, 3 & (HO)Sep 5Labor DaySep 7Appendix 3: Graphs; Density (HO)Sep 12Chapter 2 – The Ordered Universe – Problem Set HandoutCar Crash Video – Quiz 1OC #1 Due; Turn in todaySep 14Precision and Accuracy: Page 13 Mass, Force, & Acceleration (HO);Sep 19Chapter 2 – 2 – ProblemsChapter 3 – Energy Quiz 2Sep 21Walking at a constant speed: Page 19Sep 26Chapter 3 – Energy cont’dProblemsQuiz 3 OC #2 – Weight of Mass – page 42 in the lab manual; Due October 10th Sep 28The Pressure on your Feet: Page 53Oct 3Exam #1 Oct 5Magic Coins & Paperclips: Page 61 Weight Lifting: Page 65 Oct 10Chapter 4 – Heat and the Second Law of Thermodynamics Heat & 2nd ThermodynamicsQuiz 4OC#2 Due today (Oct. 10th)Oct 12Absorption/Radiation Lab (HO)Oct 17Chapter 5 - Electricity & MagnetismQuiz 5Oct 19Holiday Lights (Electric Circuits): Page 97Oct 24Chapter 6 – Waves & EMR Quiz 6OC #3 – Superstarch (Handout) Due November 9thOct 26Magnetic Field Patterns: Page 101 Oct 31Exam #2Nov 2Atomic Spectra of LightPage 125Nov 7Chapter 8 – The Atom – Quiz 8Quiz 7Nov 9Waves on a Very Long Spring: Page 107OC #3 - Due today (Nov. 9th)Nov 14Chapter 10 – The Chemical BondPeriodic Table VideoQuiz 8Nov 16Finding the Pattern in the Periodic Table: Page 123Nov 21Work Sheets – Chemical ReactionsDetermine Science ProjectsNov 23Fruit and Vegie Current: Page 169Nov 28Chapter 11 – Properties of MaterialsQuiz 9Finalize Science ProjectsNov 30Chemical reactionsDec 5Science projectsDec 7 Science projectsDec 12Final: 3 – 5 pm LO 1229Instructor Information:George DavisOffice Hours:11am – 12pm MWE-mail: george.davis@csun.eduOr by appointment – Live Oak Hall, 1214"We live in a society exquisitely dependent on science and technology, in which hardly anyone knows anything about science and technology." - Carl Sagan Evaluation and Grading: You will earn a grade in this course that directly relates to the:mastery of the course content as reflected in daily quiz, lab, and exam scoresquality of the work you do on the in-class exercisesquality of your work on out-of-class assignmentsquality of your science project presentationGrades will be assigned on the basis of the percentage of total possible points that you accumulate over the semester. Points will be allocated in approximately the following manner:9 in-class quizzes:125 points(16%)3 out-of-class assignments: 90 points (12%)Midterms (2) and final exam:375 points(49%)13 labs130 points(17%)Science project 50 points( 6%)_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Total:770 points(100%)Grading scale (straight percentage – no curve): >91% A88 – 89% B+77 – 79% C+65 – 66% D+<50%F90-91% A-82 – 87% B69 – 76% C58 – 64% D80 – 81% B-67 – 68% C-50 – 57% D-Daily Lecture Quizzes: Daily lecture quizzes are given the first 5-10 minutes of each class period and CANNOT BE MADE UP. The quizzes generally relate to the reading assignment for that day and may cover material in the previous class activity as well. Concepts encountered more than once in previous class meetings may appear on more than one quiz. It is not possible to do well in this class if you do not take the daily quizzes – it is in your best interests to arrive at class on time and be prepared for the quiz.Out-of-Class Assignments: An out-of-class assignment will be due approximately every three weeks. It is not possible to do well in the class if you do not complete the OC assignments.Out-of-class assignments require you to do research and/or perform experiments outside of class. Each assignment has a series of questions that you must answer. Assignments that include experiments may have data tables, calculations, and diagrams, all of which must be completed.It is your responsibility to review any assignment when it is assigned and to ask questions about any part of the calculations; ask the instructor as soon as possible so that you have sufficient time to complete the assignment.Lab and OC assignments are graded on the following basis:Completion –When doing calculations and conversions, show all your work. Credit will not be given for answers that do not show the work. Many assignments have multiple parts such as calculations, questions, and diagrams after the experiment has been conducted. Be sure you complete all parts of the assignment.Demonstrate comprehension of the concepts and scientific principles – This is evaluated by your answers to any ‘thought’ questions.Experimental Procedures – When you collect and record data, be sure to complete the data tables properly, including the correct units of measure, rounding, and significant figures.Problem Solving – Problems may include math problems, word problems, and ‘thought’ problems. Answers may require calculations, research, and thought.Independent Work – Out of class experiments require you individually to collect the data. You must complete your own data tables, perform your own calculations, and answer your own questions. Copying is not allowed and copied or “group” papers will not be graded.Neatness – If I can’t read it or I can’t find it – I can’t grade it. All OC assignments should be completed neatly on note paper and stapled in the upper left corner. Your full name and class must appear on the first page. Answers to questions should be numbered. All data table and calculations must be shown. Attach any diagrams, graphs, or data tables at the back of the assignment.Late Assignments: NO late assignments will be accepted except for those that result from a medical/legal emergency affecting you or an immediate family member. Such an emergency will have to be documented in writing by an appropriate medical/legal authority.Exams: There will be two midterm exams and a final. Except for the final, exams are not cumulative, rather they will cover material introduced in the first, second, and third part of the semester, respectively. The final, however, may contain questions from the first two tests.Extra Credit: At any time during the semester, you may go to the California Science Center in Exposition Park and choosing an exhibit write a three-page, double-spaced paper about that exhibit. You may earn up to 20 extra-credit points for this paper.If You Miss A Class Meeting: You are responsible for obtaining all missed materials. Dropping: Read the Schedule of Classes. If you decide that you don’t want to continue with this course, you must drop the class – you will not be dropped automatically if you simply stop showing up. “Incomplete,” Withdrawal from the Course, Change of Grade: The Department Chair insists the faculty adhere to the “incomplete” and “withdrawal” policies and deadlines published in the Schedule of Classes (online).Academic Dishonesty: I adhere to the University’s policy on academic dishonesty. Read the Schedule of Classes. Cheating will result in a grade of zero for the assignment or exam, and notification to the Dean of Students which may result in disciplinary action.Always Bring to Class:Your textbook and lab manual and lab notebookYour class notesCalculator: A simple calculator that does square roots and that can handle exponents (usually an EE or EXP button) is required. These are inexpensive and are available at the bookstore or any office supply store.A protractor: 6-inch or smallerA 12-inch English/metric ruler: inches in 1/16th and centimeters in mm’sAt least 4 colored pencils of varying colorsGraph paper 10 squares per inchElectronic Equipment: Please turn off all electronic equipment (cell phone, Ipod, etc.) before coming to class. No text messaging during class. If seen, you will be asked to leave.Note: During tests, you will turn off your cell phones and place them in your packs, purses, or some other location where they are inaccessible.Other Key Points: It is the responsibility of each student in this course to know and follow any guidance, written or otherwise, given by the instructor in this class.Note: Except for the date and time of the final exam, I reserve the right to alter these policies and schedules as conditions warrant. ................
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