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 PHYS 1125: Physics I with Calculus
2016, Spring
Course Format: 2 Lectures (2 x 2h), 1 Lab (2h)
Credits: 4.0
Transfer Credit: For information, visit bctransferguide.ca

Course Description

This is a calculus-based introduction to mechanics. The course examines kinematics (one and two dimensions), dynamics, statics, energy, rotation, waves, oscillations, in lectures and laboratories. Students planning to go into physical and applied sciences are encouraged to take this course and its second part, PHYS 1225. Students will receive credit for only one of PHYS 1101 and 1125.
Prerequisite(s):
  • Physics 12 with a "B" or higher, or PHYS 1118 with "C" or higher or satisfactory score on the Physics Diagnostic Test
  • MATH 1171 or (MATH 1173/1183) preferred or MATH 1253 or 1174. MATH 1171, 1173/1183 or MATH 1253 may be taken concurrently with PHYS 1125.
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
  • Define the basic concepts of mechanics
  • Solve, using symbols, first year physics problems involving the topics of kinematics, dynamics, momentum, statics, rotational motion, circular motion and waves
  • Provide numerical answers with appropriate units and significant figures.
  • Use vector notations and perform calculations involving vectors, dot product and cross product
  • In the lab, collect data, analyze data using graphing methods and uncertainty analysis.

Instructor(s): Benoite Pfeiffer , Richard Wong (lab)
Office: A382b  Email: bpfeiffer@langara.bc.ca
Office Hours: Mon 15:30 – 16:20,  Wed 12:30 – 13:20, Fri 9:30 - 10:20

Office: 353  Email: richardwong@langara.bc.ca (phone: 5341)
Office hours: Mon 12:30 - 14:30 and Wed 14:30 - 15:30  (in A352).
Textbook and Course Materials:
Note: This course may use an electronic (online) instructional resource that is located outside of Canada for mandatory graded class work. You may be required to enter personal information, such as your name and email address, to log in to this resource. This means that your personal information could be stored on servers located outside of Canada and may be accessed by U.S. authorities, subject to federal laws. Where possible, you may log in with an email pseudonym as long as you provide the pseudonym to me so I can identify you when reviewing your class work.
  • Principles and Practice of Physics, with Mastering Physics, Eric Mazur, 1st edition, Pearson
  • A scientific calculator
Assessments and Weighting:
  • Labs: 20%
  • Weekly assignments: 10%
  • Weekly quizzes: 10%
  • Midterm examination: 25%
  • Final examination: 35%

A+
93-100
B+
76-79
C+
64-67
D
50-54
A
85-92
B
72-75
C
60-63
F
0-49
A-
80-84
B-
68-71
C-
55-59



As a student at Langara, you are responsible for familiarizing yourself and complying with the 
following policies:
College Policies:
Departmental/Course Policies:
Lectures:
  • Attendance to all lectures is expected. Students who miss a lecture are responsible for catching up with the group.
  • No extensions for assignments nor quizzes. Late work will result in a zero mark.
  • No makeup midterm unless a student presents a document from a medical doctor.
  • Final examinations dates can only be changed by the Registrar's office.
  • Students are expected to behave in a respectful manner with their peers and instructor. In the past, students arriving late proved to be disruptive to group work. The instructor reserves the right to check attendance in the first five minutes of class.
  • Examinations will be written with dividers. Any attempt to cheat or exchange information during an examination will be considered serious academic misconduct (see policy F1004)

Labs: Richard will explain his assessment policy in class.
  • Read the documents prior to attending a lab.
  • Attendance is compulsory. There is no makeup labs. 
  • If you miss more than 1 lab, your final grade will be N (incomplete). Students must complete all assigned labs and reports and have them graded before the final examination.

  • If a student has a valid reason for missing a lab, the student must notify the LAB instructor in advance.

  • A missed lab will receive a zero mark, unless the absence has been justified.

  • Being more than 30 minutes late counts as missing a lab.

  • If a student has already taken this course in the previous 36 months and received a passing grade for the course, the student may be eligible to carry over their previous lab grade. Any student wishing to do this must complete the appropriate form.
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