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Objective. Demonstrate a practical understanding of the basic physical concepts of classical mechanicsby methodically solving problems in theoryon paper, computer models, mathematical animations... and methodically investigating problems in practicephysical demonstrations,laboratories, real
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1. Introduction
2. Objective Demonstrate a practical understanding of the basic physical concepts of classical mechanics
by methodically solving problems in theory
on paper,
computer models,
mathematical animations...
and methodically investigating problems in practice
physical demonstrations,
laboratories,
real life...
3. Contact Information
5. Grading Criteria Homework 15%
Laboratories 10%
Quizzes 20%
Hour Exams (3) 30%
Final Exam 25%
A >90%
B >80%
C >70%
D >60%
6. Student Responsibilities Do your homework
Make your method clear.
Givens, Finds, Sketches, Fundamentals, Solutions.
Units!!!!
Box your answer.
Turn it in on time.
Study groups vs. independent work
CAPA and ANDES
7. Problem Solving Technique Read the problem. Reread it if necessary.
Write down the information that is given.
Write down what is to be found.
Draw a picture or sketch.
Write down the fundamental physical relationship necessary to solve your problem.
Perform the mathematics (algebra, trig, calculus). Remember the rules for significant digits.
Simultaneously, perform unit analysis.
Box your final answer. Include units.
Check that your answer makes sense.
8. Student Responsibilities Participate in labs
Prelab
Data taking, analysis and report via internet
Graphs paste into Excel and email
Lab quiz?
Exams/Quizzes
Quiz at least every other week
Three exams
CPS
Integrity
9. Student Responsibilities Ask Questions and Get Help
Princeton Review ranking.
Call/email anytime for assistance.
Stay healthy and alert
Sleep
Workout
Beverage
Medical
Bring your book and calculator to all classes and labs
10. Relevance a gentleman of refined manners, liberal education, and the nicest sense of personal honor.
Like it or not, the navy is technical.
Math is important. Admittedly not essential. It adds richness to your understanding. It is often the language of science. Calculus was invented to explain Physics!
Physics is not just memorizing equations.
11. Homework Chapter 1
Enroll into SP211 on Blackboard.
Lab
http://usna.edu/PhysicsCourses/homepage.htm
Read Lab 1 Login with your NADN Account/Password
Complete Prelab