Basic Course Information Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PHY2054C - General Physics II
3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credit(s)
Lower-Division College Credit
Prerequisite(s): PHY 2053C
AA Elective: Yes
Academic Dean’s Contact InformationLAKELAND DEAN’S OFFICE: LLC 2255 PHONE: (863) 297-1024
WINTER HAVEN DEAN’S OFFICE: WSC 101 PHONE: (863) 297-1020
Course Description: This course meets the physics requirement for pre-professional fields in medicine, veterinary science, pharmacy, agriculture, and four-year nursing programs or related areas. This trigonometry-level course emphasizes thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and several topics in modern physics. Selected experiments are used to reinforce the lecture material.
Polk State College Mission and Program OutcomesPolk State College, a quality driven institution, transforms lives through the power of education by providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degrees, career certificates and workforce employment programs, delivered by diverse, qualified faculty and staff. In line with this purpose, Polk State’s General Education courses develop competence in the areas of 1) Communication, 2) Critical Thinking, 3) Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning, 4) Information Literacy, 5) Global Socio-Cultural Responsibility. Students should review the Polk State Catalog for a complete description of these outcomes. This course focuses on the development of competencies related to the areas of:
2. Critical Thinking
Demonstrate the ability to reflect on, analyze, synthesize, and apply information through problem solving.
3. Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning
Apply mathematical and scientific principles and methods to solve abstract and real-world problems.
4. Information Literacy
Demonstrate the ability to access, evaluate, incorporate, organize, and document information.
Course Objectives:
Students will:
1. following the scientific method, evaluate/interpret both quantitative and qualitative data pertaining to electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics, (2 & 3)
2. apply the scientific principles formed from the physical laws and scientific method to a new set of phenomena involving electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics, (2 & 3)
3. organize information from lectures, text, and Internet resources involving electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics, (4)
4. learn basic course content involving electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics,
5. collaborate with peers in groups to accomplish tasks that include lab experiments, lab reports and presentations, and course projects.
Course Content:
Chapter 15 Electric Forces and Electric Fields
Chapter 16 Electrical Energy and Capacitance
Chapter 17 Current and Resistance
Chapter 18 Direct Current Circuits
Chapter 19 Magnetism
Chapter 20 Induced Voltage and Inductance
Chapter 21 Alternating Current Circuits & Electromagnetic Waves
Chapter 22 Reflection and Refraction of Light
Chapter 23 Mirrors and Lenses
Chapter 24 Wave Optics
Chapter 25 Optical Instruments
Chapter 26 Relativity
Chapter 27 Quantum Physics
Chapter 28 Atomic Physics
Chapter 29 Nuclear Physics
Chapter 30 Nuclear Energy and Elementary Particles
Textbook and Other RequirementsTextbook information is provided in the course syllabus, at the campus bookstore, on the campus bookstore website (www.polk.bncollege.com), or via the “Shop Textbooks” button on the PASSPORT schedule of classes.
College-Level Communication and Computation SkillsState Rule 6A-10.30, requires each Associate in Arts (AA) degree program student to complete six credits of college-level mathematics; taking the appropriate General Education mathematics courses will satisfy the mathematics portion of the requirement.
In addition, State Rule 6A-10.030 requires each AA degree program student to complete six semester hours of English and six semester hours of additional courses in which the student demonstrates college-level writing skills through multiple assignments. Because Polk State College uses a “Writing across the Curriculum” approach to meeting the writing requirement, in addition to the required composition courses, any of the required Social Sciences and Humanities courses will fulfill this writing requirement. A minimum grade of C is required for all courses used to fulfill the Communications and Mathematics areas of the General Education requirements.
This is not a writing emphasis course, but it may include writing assignments as a part of course requirements.
Student HelpThe professor is available for help during posted hours and by appointment during other non-class hours. Each student is encouraged to seek assistance from the professor. To further the educational process, the Learning Resources Centers, comprised of the campus Teaching/Learning and Computing Centers (TLCCs), JDA Student Success Center, and campus libraries, are available for student use. Each resource provides qualified staff and up-to-date equipment and facilities to promote academic success. The TLCCs and JDA Student Success Center provide tutoring services, computing resources, and other instructional support. The library provides information resources, individual and group study space, research assistance, information literacy instruction, and computing resources. Each facility provides free wireless access to the Internet. The Polk State College Library, Student Success Center, and TLCC hours of operation and tutoring schedules are posted at each facility and on the College website.
Withdrawing From a CourseA student may officially withdraw from a course during any given term, provided he or she follows the appropriate policy and procedure. Following the conclusion of the Drop period, students may officially withdraw without receiving a grade from any course, provided they do so no later than the published withdrawal deadline. The published deadline reflects approximately (but no more than) 70% of the term, based upon the course’s scheduled duration. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these withdrawal forms; failure to do so may result in a grade of F in the course. Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. A student is not allowed to withdraw from a third course attempt. Limited admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding course withdrawal that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in the specific program handbooks. If a student stops attending class, the grade earned, usually an F, is assigned and posted. Prior to withdrawing from a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, withdrawal from the course will have on his or her financial aid status. A student cannot use course withdrawal to avoid academic dishonesty penalties. A student who has been penalized for academic dishonesty in a course is not eligible to withdraw from the course.
Repeating a CourseUnder the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one college credit course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. Under certain circumstances, a student may petition to repeat a credit course beyond the third attempt. Limited admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding repeating courses that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in the specific handbooks. The student should be aware that repeating a course may result in a higher course cost. A course cannot be repeated unless the previously earned grade is a D, F, or W (the Polk State Catalog provides further details regarding this process). Prior to repeating a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, repeating the course will have on his or her financial aid status.
Academic DishonestyEach student is responsible for his or her work. It is assumed that each student is honest and will abide by this standard; however, in the event that there is an indication or suspicion of cheating or plagiarism, the situation shall be dealt with in accordance with the published College policy. Copies of this policy are available in the Student Services Office. More specific information can be found in the Course Syllabus.
Information Technology Access/Use PolicyThe information technology resources provided by Polk State College (this includes, but is not limited to, telephones, computers, the Polk State Local Area and Wide Area Networks, and the Internet) must be used for academic purposes only. Use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use can result in revocation or suspension of this privilege.
Equal Access/OpportunityPolk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Valparisa Baker
Director, Equity and Diversity (Title IX Coordinator)
999 Avenue H NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Office: WAD 227
Telephone: (863) 292-3602
e-mail: vbaker@polk.edu
Equal Opportunity For Students With DisabilitiesThe College complies with The Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Coordinator or Director of Disability Services. Note: Limited admission programs may have performance restrictions that apply. Restrictions (where applicable) are outlined in each program’s student handbook.
Evaluative Criteria:
The evaluative criteria are determined by the instructor. The grading scale is determined by the instructor.
Attendance:
Regular attendance is the student’s responsibility. If a student has excessive absences (more than 3 hours), he/she may be dropped from the course with a “W” grade before the withdrawal date. After the withdrawal date, a student may receive an “F” grade for the course for excessive absences (more than 3 hours accumulated since the beginning of the term). Special circumstances may be considered by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.
Work Missed:
Procedures for work missed are determined by the instructor.
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