10-806-144 College Physics 2
Course Information
Description
Presents the applications and theory of basic physics principles. This course emphasizes problem solving, laboratory investigation and applications. Topic include periodic motion, wave motion, optics, magnetism, static electricity, DC electricity, AC electricity and electromagnetism.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Demonstrate safety procedures and protocols in the laboratory
    Assessment Strategies
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you can explain the use of safety equipment in the laboratory
    you can locate the safety equipment in the laboratory
    you can locate the emergency exit route from the the laboratory and the classroom
    you can explain the importance of safety in the laboratory

  2. Apply concepts of simple harmonic motion
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you solve problems involving simple pendulums
    you solve problems involving spring mass systems
    you show the steps to solve the problem
    you include the correct units of measure in your answer

  3. Evaluate wave properties
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you solve problems involving frequency, wavelength, wave speed and amplitude
    you differentiate between longitudinal and transverse waves
    you determine characteristics of an electromagnetic wave
    you determine characteristics of a mechanical wave
    you show the steps to solve the problem
    you include the correct units of measure in your answer

  4. Analyze geometric optics
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you solve snell's law and refraction problems
    you generate ray diagrams for mirrors and/or lenses
    you solve image formation problems
    you show the steps used to solve the problem
    you include correct units of measure in your answer

  5. Analyze wave optics
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you analyze diffraction gratings
    you analyze interference patterns
    you show the steps used to solve the problem
    you include correct units of measure in your answer

  6. Apply principles of electrostatics
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you solve Coulomb's law problems
    you analyze electric fields
    you differentiate between conductors, insulators and semi-conductors
    you apply concepts of electric potential
    you show the steps used to solve the problem
    you include the correct units of measure in your answer

  7. Apply principles of electric current
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you describe the flow of charge
    you apply Ohm's law
    you apply Kirchoff's law
    you analyze circuits
    you show the steps used to solve the problem
    you include the correct units of measure in your answer

  8. Analyze the magnetic field
    Assessment Strategies
    with the use of a scientific calculator
    through completion of homework
    through completion of quizzes/exams
    through completion of lab activities
    Criteria
    you define magnetic fields
    you apply magnetic force laws
    you discuss magnetic force law applications
    you apply principles of induction
    you show the steps used to solve the problem
    you include the correct units of measure in your answer