PHY 221 - University Physics I

Class: 3 Lab: 3 Credits: 4
This is the first of a sequence of courses. The course includes a calculus based treatment of the following topics: vectors, laws of motion, rotation, vibratory, and wave motion.

Prerequisite(s): Take MAT 140 with a minimum grade of “C”.

Course Topics:

Metric Unit and Scientific Notation
Describing Motion: Kinematics in One Dimension
Kinematics in Two Dimensions; Vectors
Motion and Force: Dynamics
Further Applications of Newton’s Laws
Gravitation and Newton’s Synthesis
Work and Energy
Conservation of Energy
Linear Momentum and Collision
Rotational Motion about a Fixed Axis
General Rotation
Static Equilibrium: Elasticity and Fracture
Fluids
Oscillations
Wave Motion
Sound
Temperature, Thermal Expansion, and the Ideal Gas Law
Kinetic Theory of Gases
Heat and the first Law of Thermodynamics
The Laws of Thermodynamics

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:

Scientific, graphic calculator (TI series)

Grading System:
A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Explain basic physics principles and concepts in kinematics, linear and rotational dynamics, oscillation and wave, and thermodynamics.
Utilize analytical and logical reasoning in solving scientific problems.
Utilize effective strategies to collect, verify, and manage information from a variety of sources.
Demonstrate oral communication skills in collaborative group work and presentations.
Demonstrate competence in the terminology, mathematics, and scientific methods used within the discipline.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Proctored Exams

Face Covering Requirements:
All faculty, staff and students must wear a face mask/covering at all times (absent a medical condition) on all SCC campuses when safe social distancing measures are not possible or difficult to follow. For further details, refer to the Student Guidelines for Face Coverings and Social Distancing on the SCC Coronavirus COVID-19 Information page.

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Academic Misconduct
Add/Drop period
Appeals Process
Class Attendance
Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
Classroom Conduct/Expectations
Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Withdrawal Policy

Official Course Syllabus
2020-2021