PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

The mission of Concord University is to provide quality, liberal arts based education,

to foster scholarly and creative activities and to serve the regional community (http://www.concord.edu/academics/).

Instructor Information

Barbara Wills Adjunct Professor Department of Physical Science bwills@concord.edu (304) 887-2435

Office Hours TR 30 minutes before or after class S309 or by appointment

Catalog Description

Prerequisites: MATH 101 (or higher) Development of conceptual models in chemistry and physics. Intended for elementary through middle level (K-9) education majors.

Lecture 01 Course Time: TR 11:00-12:15

Location: Science Hall 309 CRN: 10589

Lab 01

Course Time: T 9:00-10:50 Location: Science Hall 301

CRN: 10590

Methods of instruction will include lecture, discussion, demonstration and

hands on activities. The textbook and lectures will reinforce each other.

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

Physics and Chemistry are skills and must be practiced. Start studying of

the exams now! This is not something you can just do overnight.

Goals

To develop an integrated and interdisciplinary understanding of the nature of

science and scientific reasoning.

To develop critical and analytical thinking skills and use them to solve scientific

problems.

To understand the basic methods of scientific data acquisition and manipulation.

To become familiar with the basic areas of general physics and chemistry.

To explore the Next Generation Science standards for Grades K-8. (See

http://nextgenscience.org/next-generation-science-standards)

Text requirements

Required: Hewitt, Suchocki & Hewitt

Conceptual Physical Science, 6th ed (Special eBook: ISBN: 1323665935)

Scientific Calculator (cell phone is not acceptable),

Safety glasses.

Grading Policy and Scale, Make-up Policy, Late Work

A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, D = 60-69%, F = 0-59%. This grading scale might be lowered a little (in your favor), but it will not be raised.

Homework: 10% Chapter tests/quizzes: 25%

Lab: 20% Project presentation: 5%

Chemistry exam: 20% Physics exam: 20%

If an assignment (homework, lab, or exam) is missed, due to a University approved

(and verifiable) reason, a change in due date or make-up must be communicated and

scheduled within 48 hours of the assignments due date.

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

Two-week advanced notification will be needed for other arrangements for make-up

assignments from absences of known scheduled (and University approved) events

(e.g. sports, clubs, etc).

Course Requirements

Participation

Participation is not just attendance in Lecture and Lab, but also partaking in

class activities. There will be individual and group work. Tardiness will also be

noted.

Homework

Homework will consist of problem sets assigned for each class and reading-

based pre-lecture assignments. Problem sets will be due, unless otherwise

noted, on the Wednesday or Friday following the last lecture on that chapter at

6pm.

Lab

The laboratory part of the course gives you hands-on experience with the

physics/chemistry problems you visit during lecture and homework.

Participation and attendance are part of the grade and earns you 10 points

credit for that week's lab. Lab groups will be generated randomly each week,

giving students experience with working with others, communicating with

others and exchanging ideas.

Every student is responsible for their own lab notebook. Lab questions and

exercises will be assigned in each lab. Late labs will be penalized and not be

accepted after a week from the lab.

Safety is of the utmost importance, and if you are unable to follow safe lab

practices, you will receive a 0 for that lab.

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Fall 2018

There are two major assignments in addition to those

previously mentioned.

You are to write a paper containing at least three major points about

why the study of science is important for students.

At the conclusion of the physics portion you are to present to the

class a minimum 20 minute presentation of a pre-approved science

hands-on activity, including a lesson plan using next generation

science standards.

Exams

There will be 2 separate exams, one covering chemistry and one covering

physics.

Course Schedule IS Attached

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

Course Rationale/Description

“…As the world becomes increasingly scientific and technological, our future grows more

dependent on how wisely humans use science and technology. And that, in turn, depends on

the effectiveness of the education we receive. With the exploding impact of science and

technology on every aspect of our lives, especially on personal and political decisions that

sustain our economy and democracy, we cannot afford an illiterate society.

For our species to thrive in the next century, we must, through deliberate education, create a

universally literate society. And the definition of literacy must expand to include not only

reading and arithmetic, but also science, mathematics, and technology. The life-enhancing

potential of science and technology cannot be realized unless everyone understands the nature of

these subjects and acquires basic scientific habits of mind…”

Science Literacy for All in the 21st Century,

Educational Leadership, October 1999, Volume 57, Number 2

Physical Science 103 is designed to introduce students to the breadth of physics

affecting our everyday lives; from Galileo, Kepler and Newton to Maxwell, Einstein

and Bohr and beyond; from basic motion and material properties to electricity,

magnetism, relativity and quantum mechanics; from the physics of the small (particle

physics) to the physics of the large (astrophysics and cosmology).

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

CU Educational Goals and Learning Outcomes ( http://www.concord.edu/about-concord/mission )

Skills: Proficiency in interpreting data, integrating information, formulating ideas,

thinking critically, and communicating with others...

Physics, and Science in general, requires data analysis and critical thinking, to help

formulate test hypotheses and develop theories and laws governing physics.

Understanding the "process" is as important as the physics.

1. An ability to employ appropriate observational, logical, analytical,

computational, creative, and critical thinking skills within and across academic

disciplines; and to apply these skills in problem-solving.

2. An ability to learn and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Knowledge: Familiarity with principles underlying academic discourse in various

fields…

The basic concepts presented in this course, govern the everyday physics you

experience around you. The information you retain from this course will give you a

deeper appreciation of physics and how it fits into the world around us, and a better

understanding of the role physics plays in their field of interest.

1. An awareness of the fundamental characteristics and properties of the physical

universe.

2. Self-knowledge, including awareness of one’s own competencies, deficiencies,

and optimal individual learning-style(s).

Attitudes: Tendencies conducive to self-knowledge, personal growth and

development, and responsible citizenship…

Physics relies on fair and balanced methods, using blunt honesty to seek out truth.

How you approach questions is as important as asking them in the first place.

1. Respectful attentiveness to differing perspectives and willingness to engage in

dialogue across differences in order to seek mutual understanding and equitable

conflict resolution.

2. Motivation to pursue lifelong learning and ongoing intellectual growth.

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Fall 2018

Accessibility/Accommodations:

Concord University is committed to responding to the needs of students with

disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please inform your

instructor at the beginning of the class semester if you have a disability and are

requesting accommodations. It is your responsibility to self-disclose that you are

requesting accommodations. The University and the instructor will provide you with

a reasonable accommodation. You should register with CU's Disability Services

Office, located on the Athens campus Jerry and Jean Beasley Student Center, Bottom

Floor, across from the Campus Post Office. The Disability Services Office phone is

304-384-6086 or you can email the Director, Nancy Ellison, at nellison@concord.edu

for assistance.

Academic Dishonesty

Academic dishonesty is morally unacceptable as well as destructive to the learning and

teaching atmosphere. Academic dishonesty includes the giving or receiving of

improper help on examinations or assignments, falsifying documents, and plagiarism

(the act of stealing and using, as one’s own, the ideas or the expression of the ideas of

another). Such dishonesty can lead to a variety of penalties — including but not

limited to failure of the assignment or course, loss of institutional privileges, or

dismissal from the University. (See University Catalog Academic Policies and

Procedures.)

Concord University Honor Code

A Concord University Honor Code was approved by students, staff, faculty,

administration, and the CU Board of Governors. The Code states:

"As a member of the Concord University Community I will act with honesty and integrity in

accordance with our fundamental principles and I will respect myself and others while challenging them

to do the same."

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PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

The Honor Code is intended to unite the Concord community behind a culture of

honesty, integrity, and civility.

Class/Online Attendance Policy

Regular class attendance is part of a student’s academic obligation at Concord.

Irregular attendance may affect academic performance adversely and is detrimental to

the atmosphere of a class. (See University Catalog Academic Policies and

Procedures.)

Emergency Alert System

In an effort to increase safety and security on our campus, Concord University

encourages everyone to register for instant text message alerts. Alerts will only be used

for security and safety notices. All students, faculty, and staff are eligible to receive

text message alerts on their cell phones or email alerts. Please contact the IT Help

Desk for further assistance (304-384-5291).

Emergency Information

Emergency/courtesy telephones are located at the main entrance of each residence

hall and at various other locations on campus. Emergency telephones can be

identified by the flashing blue light and will provide the user with a direct link to

Public Safety at the press of a button. To report an on-campus emergency, call 304-

384-5357 or 911. The Office of Public Safety is located on the bottom floor of the

Rahall Technology Center. For further emergency information go to

http://www.concord.edu/administration/office-public-safety.

Student Conduct

In classrooms, online, laboratories, and during any activities that are part of the course requirements, students are expected to observe reasonable rules of conduct.

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Technology Services

Contact the CU Help Desk at extension 5291 from campus or 304-384-5291 off campus. You may also e-mail cuhelpdesk@concord.edu.

Inclement Weather Policy

As a general policy, the University will remain in normal operations during adverse

weather conditions. In the event of severe weather conditions, the following may

occur:

University Closure

No students or employees are to report.

Classes Cancelled

Students do NOT report BUT employees are expected to report to work at

their normal time.

Operating on an Inclement Weather Delay

Under this schedule, all 8 a.m. classes will start at 10 a.m. Students and faculty

will follow the Inclement Weather Schedule. (See

http://www.concord.edu/emergency-alerts for Athens/Beckley Inclement

Weather Schedules.)

*Announcements invoking the late schedule or other options referenced above are aired on area

radio and television stations and are sent as text and email messages to those enrolled for this

service.

Syllabus Disclaimer

"This syllabus is subject to change based on the needs of the class. Please check it regularly."

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

Phys Sc Lab

Aug 14 Chap 1

Atomic Structure

Aug 16 Chap 2

Atomic Wt, Isotopes

“Why study science”

Aug 14 Writing lab report

Metric measurement

Aug 21 Factor Label

Scientific Notation

8/23 Quiz Chap1&2

Chap 3 Periodic prop.

8/21 Metal, non-metal

metalloids

9/4 Paper due

Periodic properties

9/6 Chap 4

Molecular formula wts

9/4

MgO lab

9/11 Chap 5

Nomenclature

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9/18 Chap 6

Chemical Equations

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9/25 Chap 7

Mole concept

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9/13

Nomenclature & quiz

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9/20 quiz

Chemical Equations

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9/27

Gas Solid Liquid

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9/11

Naming lab

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9/18

Precipitation reactions

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9/25

Gas Laws

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PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

10/2 Chap 11

Solutions

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10/9 Review

10/4

Acids & Bases

10/11

Chemistry Final

10/2

Titration lab

10/9Make-up day for lab

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018

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10/16 Physics Chapter 5

atoms and molecules

10/18 Chapter 6

Solids

10/16 Density

10/23 Chapter 7

Liquids and gases

10/25 Chapter 8

Temperature and heat

10/23

Gas Laws

10/30 Chapter 9

Change of state and

heat transfer

11/1 Test Chap 5-9

10/30

Food Calorie Lab

11/6 Chapter 1

Force and motion

11/8 Chapter 2

Newton’s Laws

11/6

Acceleration

11/13 Chapter 3

Momentum

11/15 Chapter 4

Gravity

11/13

Momentum Lab

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Thanksgiving

11/27

Review

11/29

Physics Final

11/27

Presentations

PHSC 103: CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Physics and Chemistry

Fall 2018