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University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Pharmacy Course Syllabus in Physics 201 (Lecture) 2012-2013 I. II. III.

COURSE TITLE: COURSE NUMBER: General Physics (Lecture) Phys 201 (Medical Technology) COURSE DESCRIPTION: Physics 201 (Lecture) is a 3-unit introductory algebra-based physics for Medical Technology students of the Faculty of Pharmacy. It is supplemented by a 1-unit laboratory. Both the lecture and laboratory components cover mechanics, temperature and heat, fluids and electricity. Selected topics in magnetism, optics and modern physics may be included by the professor in the course if time permits. CREDIT: 3 units Math 101 - College Algebra

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PLACEMENT: Second year students GENERAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the semester, the students shall be able to : 1. solve word problems using laws and principles of forces, motion, work, energy, heat, and electricity; 2. apply the laws and principles of forces, motion, work, energy, heat, and, electricity; 3. perform simple activities pertaining to the laws and principles of forces, motion, work, energy, heat, and electricity; and 4. manifest the values of accuracy, honesty and perseverance, and appreciate the works of God and others and the study of physics. COURSE OUTLINE FIRST GRADING PERIOD (5 weeks)

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Specific Objectives During the first grading period, the students should be able to: 1. 2. explain conversion factor relationships; convert one unit of A.

Topics Measu rements System of Measurements Conversion Factors

Time Allotment 2 hours

Teaching Strategies Lecture Online drills Web Enhanced Problem Solving

Skills Critical and Creative Thinking Cognitive Problem Solving

Values Accuracy Patience Precision Cooperation

Evaluation Quizzes Board work Recitation

measurement to another; 3. convert one system of units to another;

Unit Conversions

Perseverance

5 hours 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. differentiate between scalar and vector quantities; use vector notation consistently; represent vectors graphically; resolve vectors into their components; add and subtract two or more vectors by the component method; define distance and displacement; distinguish between instantaneous speed and average speed; distinguish between average speed and average velocity; calculate speed and velocity accurately explain the relationship between velocity and acceleration; explain the kinematics equations; and apply the kinematics equations to physical situations. C. atics Distance vs Displacement Speed vs Velocity Average Speed Average Velocity Constant Acceleration Kinematics Equations Horizontal Motion Free Fall Kinem B. Analysis Scalars and Vectors Vector Notation and Vector Diagrams Components of a Vector Addition and Subtraction of Vectors Component Method 8 hours Lecture Graphing Exercises Online Drills Web Quest: Linear Motion Demonstration : Egg Drop Graphing Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Vector Lecture Graphing Exercises Online drills, Self-quiz Online Tutorial Virtual lab: Ship Navigation Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Graphing Cognitive Logical Reasoning

Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty

Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Online Quiz

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Accuracy Patience Precision Cooperation Perseverance

Seatwork Board work Group Activities Assignment Quiz

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PRELIMINARY GRADING PERIOD (5 WEEKS) Specific Objectives During the preliminary grading period, the students should be able to: 1. 2. relate force and motion; state and explain Newtons three laws of motion; explain what is meant by an unbalanced force; apply Newtons second law of motion; construct free-body diagrams; differentiate between static and kinetic friction; describe frictional forces using coefficients of friction; explain why there is a centripetal acceleration in uniform circular motion; compute centripetal acceleration and centripetal force; state Newtons Law of B. A. and Motion Newtons Three Laws of Motion Weight, Normal Force, Tension, Friction Construction of Free-Body Diagrams 6 hours Applic ation of Newtons Second Law of Motion Frictionless Horizontal and Inclined Surfaces Static and Kinetic Friction Forces Uniform Circular Motion Newtons Law of Universal Topics Force Time Allotment 3 hours Teaching Strategies Lecture Online Drills Web Quest: Newtons Laws Demonstration: Inertia Experiments Lecture Online Drills Web Quest: Centripetal Force Demonstration : Centrifugal Force Peer Tutorial Skills Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Graphing Cognitive Logical Reasoning Values Accuracy Perseverance Precision Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Experiment Evaluation

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Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Logical Reasoning Psychomotor

Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty Importance of Gods Creation

Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Online Quiz

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Universal Gravitation; 11. describe the relationship between the center of gravity and stability; define torque and lever arm; state algebraically the two conditions of equilibrium in words; apply the two conditions for mechanical equilibrium; compute linear momentum; relate impulse and momentum; and apply the conservation of linear momentum to various physical situations. D.

Gravitation 3 hours C. Rotati on and Equilibrium Center of Gravity and Stability Torque 1st Condition of Equilibrium 2nd Condition of Equilibrium Linear Momentum & Conservation Linear Momentum Impulse Conservation of Linear Momentum (one dimension) 3 hours Lecture Group Work Online Drills Web Quest: Linear Momentum Demonstration : Billiards Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Psychomotor Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Online Quiz Lecture Online Drills Web Quest: SeeSaw Demonstration : Lever as a Function Human Bones and Muscles Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Logical Reasoning Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment

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FINAL GRADING PERIOD (5 WEEKS) Specific Objectives During the final grading period, the students should be able to: 1. define mechanical work; Topics A. Work, Power and Energy Time Allotment 4 hours Teaching Strategies Lecture Online drills, Skills Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Values Accuracy Perseverance Evaluation Quizzes Board work

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compute the work done in various situations; differentiate between potential energy and kinetic energy; define power; state the principle of conservation of energy; apply the conservation of energy principle in solving physics problems; differentiate between temperature and heat; convert temperatures from one scale to another; calculate the linear expansion of solids; define specific heat and give its significance; relate latent heat to phase changes; describe and distinguish among the three methods of heat transfer; define what an electric charge is; state and explain the Coulombs law; define electric current and resistance; state and explain Ohms law; identify the common

Work Power Kinetic Energy and Gravitational Potential Energy Conservation of Mechanical Energy 5 hours B. Temperature and Heat Temperature Scales Heat Linear Expansion of Solids Specific Heat of Substances Phase Change Heat of Fusion Heat of Vaporization Heat Transfer 3 hours C. Electricity Electric charge Principle of conservation of charges Coulombs Law Electric current and

Self-quiz Online Tutorial Virtual lab: Dam System

Cognitive Logical Reasoning

Precision Honesty

Seatwork Assignment Experiment

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Lecture Online drills, Online Tutorial Virtual lab: Linear Expansion and Heat Exchange Group work

Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Logical Reasoning Graphing

Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty

Quizzes Seatwork Assignment Experiment

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Lecture Graphing Exercises Virtual lab: Series and Parallel Circuits Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Logical Reasoning Graphing Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty Following Procedures Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Experiment

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circuit elements; 18. recognize and draw common electric symbols; and determine the equivalent resistance of resistors in series, parallel and seriesparallel combinations.

resistance Ohms law Basic electric circuits

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3 hours 20. 21. 22. understand the pressure-depth relationship; solve problems using hydrostatic equation; state the Pascal Principle and cite some examples; state Archimedes Principle and relate it to buoyancy; explain the Bernoulli Principle and relate it to airplane lift; D. Fluids Fluids Pressure Hydrostatic Equation Pascals Principle Archimedes Principle of Buoyancy Bernoullis Principle

Lecture Graphing Exercises Online drills, Self-quiz Online Tutorial Virtual lab: Venturi Effect

Critical and Creative Thinking Problem Solving Cognitive Logical Reasoning Psychomotor

Accuracy Cooperation Perseverance Precision Honesty

Quizzes Board work Seatwork Assignment Experiment

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GRADING SYSTEM (Lecture) : Criteria Class Standing (Quizzes/Long Tests) Major Exams COURSE GRADE: Lecture Laboratory --------------= =

Weight 60% 40% 100%

Average of the 3 Grading Periods * 70% Average of the 2 Grading Periods * 30% -----------------------------------------------------

Course Grade =

Sum of Lecture and Laboratory

PASSING CUT-OFF GRADE = 60% (Raw Score)

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COURSE POLICIES No late submission of requirements. Absent students will not be given special quiz. The use of mobile phones and other electronic devices is not allowed during class hours, unless necessary or upon the teachers approval. Absence and tardiness are strongly discouraged. The policies on academic dishonesty, and behavior stipulated in Student Handbook are honored in this course. Attendance: Students shall be marked absent if they arrive in class after 30 minutes. Students shall be considered late if they arrive in class after 15 minutes. Students shall receive FA grade in the course if they have incurred absences of 10 hours.

XI. TEXTBOOK: Urone, Paul. (2004). Physics with Health Science Applications. Singapore: John Wiley & Sons (ASIA), Philippine Reprint: Golden Gate Printers. XII. REFERENCES: Bhatt, Phankaj (2008). ICSE Physics Book I. India: S Chand Publishing House Dann, James H and James J Dann, (2006). The Peoples Physics Book: 3 rd Edition. http://scipp.ucsc.edu/outreach/index2.html Hewitt Paul (2005). Conceptual Physics : 10th Edition. USA : Addison-Wesley Publishing Company Prepared by : Noted by: Jay C. Tio and Arra C. Quitaneg ___________________________ Assoc. Prof. Dinah S. Briones Coordinator, Math and Computer Science Area

Approved by:

______________________ Priscilla Torres, Ph.D. Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy

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