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sci110_student_guide_mccann.docxIntroduces the student to basic concepts from the physical sciences such as motion, force, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the atomic theory of matter. Discusses the scientific principles that underlie everyday phenomena, modern technologies, and planetary processes. Examines how the various branches of science, such as physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, astronomy, relate to each other. Lab portion of the course reinforces basic concepts.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Required Resources
Hewitt, P., Suchocki, J., & Hewitt, J. (2012). Conceptual physical science (5th ed.). San Francisco, CA: Pearson Addison-Wesley.
Supplemental Resources
Chamberlin, T. C. (1965). The Method of Multiple Working Hypotheses. Science. New Series, 148(3671), 754-759. Retrieved from http://www.auburn.edu/~tds0009/Articles/Chamberlain%201965.pdf
Energy Resource Potential of Methane Hydrate. (2011). Retrieved from
http://www.netl.doe.gov/file library/Research/oil-gas/methane hydrates/MH_Primer2011.pdf
Fletcher, C. (2013). Climate change: What the science tells us. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Hewitt, P.G. (2011). Practice book for conceptual physical science. San Francisco, CA: Pearson Addison-Wesley.
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). (2013). Fifth Assessment Report (AR5). Retrieved from http://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar5/
Stewart, R. (2009). Our Ocean Planet Oceanography in the 21st Century. Retrieved from http://oceanworld.tamu.edu/resources/oceanography-book/contents.htm
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Describe the characteristic values and procedures of the physical sciences.
2. Apply concepts in physical sciences to evaluate current trends and issues in the modern world.
3. Give examples of how the physical laws governing motion, waves, energy, and heat relate to everyday phenomena.
4. Describe the properties of electricity, magnetism, and electromagnetic radiation.
5. Explain the relationships between the Periodic Table of Elements, the inner structure of atoms, and the chemical properties of substances.
6. Analyze the physical structures, properties, and processes that shape the Earth and their associated natural hazards.
7. Describe the physical processes influencing climate and weather.
8. Discuss what is known about the life cycles of stars, galaxies, and the universe.
9. Use technology and information resources to research issues in physical sciences.
10. Write clearly and concisely about physical sciences using proper writing mechanics.
WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE
The standard requirement for a 4.5 credit hour course is for students to spend 13.5 hours in weekly work. This includes preparation, activities, and evaluation regardless of delivery mode.
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Week |
Preparation, Activities, and Evaluation |
Points |
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1 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Prologue: The Nature of Science Activities · The Science Corner Note: The Science Corner contains supplemental content designed to promote student learning and is related to each week’s material. Students are encouraged to complete the Science Corner activities within each week. · Discussion Evaluation · Lecture Quiz 1: Prologue: The Nature of Science |
20
30 |
|
2 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 2: Newton’s Laws of Motion · Chapter 3: Momentum and Energy Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 1: Exploring Newton’s Laws · Lecture Quiz 2: Chapters 2 and 3 |
20
20 30 |
|
3 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 6: Thermal Energy and Thermodynamics · Chapter 7: Heat Transfer and Change of Phase Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 2: The Physics of Heat Transfer · Lecture Quiz 3: Chapter 6 and 7 |
20
20 30 |
|
4 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 8: Static and Current Electricity · Chapter 9: Magnetism and Electromagnetic Induction Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Assignment 1: Applications of the Scientific Method · Lecture Quiz 4: Chapters 8 and 9 |
20
160 30 |
|
5 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 10: Waves and Sound · Chapter 11: Light Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 3: The Electromagnetic Spectrum · Lecture Quiz 5: Chapters 10 and 11 |
20
20 30 |
|
6 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 12: Atoms and the Periodic Table · Chapter 13: The Atomic Nucleus and Radioactivity Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 4: Radioactive Elements in the Periodic Table · Lecture Quiz 6: Chapters 12 and 13 |
20
20 30 |
|
7 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 16: Mixtures · Chapter 18: Two Classes of Chemical Reactions Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 5: Mixtures, Compounds, and Chemical Reactions · Lecture Quiz 7: Chapters 16 and 18 |
20
20 30 |
|
8 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 20: Rocks and Minerals · Chapter 21: Plate Tectonics and Earth’s Interior Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 6: Plate Tectonics · Lecture Quiz 8: Chapters 20 and 21 |
20
20 30 |
|
9 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 24: The Oceans, Atmosphere and Climatic Effects · Chapter 25: Driving Forces of Weather Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Assignment 2: Global Warming: Cause and Mitigation · Lecture Quiz 9: Chapters 24 and 25 |
20
160 30 |
|
10 |
Preparation · Reading(s) · Chapter 26: The Solar System · Chapter 27: Stars and Galaxies Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 7: Eclipses, the Stars, and Stellar Distance · Lecture Quiz 10: Chapters 26 and 27 |
20
20 30 |
|
11 |
Preparation · Reading(s): None Activities · Discussion Evaluation · Lab 8: Exploring New Developments in Science |
20
20 |
GRADING SCALE – UNDERGRADUATE
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Assignment |
Total Points |
% of Grade |
|
Labs (8 labs worth 20 points a apiece) |
160 |
16% |
|
Quizzes (open book with a 2-hour time limit) (10 quizzes, covering prologue and 18 chapters, with 10 questions worth 3 points apiece) |
300 |
30% |
|
Assignment 1: Applications of the Scientific Method |
160 |
16% |
|
Assignment 2: Global Warming: Cause and Mitigation |
160 |
16% |
|
Participation (11 discussions worth 20 points apiece) |
220 |
22% |
|
Totals |
1,000 |
100% |
|
Points |
Percentage |
Grade |
|
900 – 1,000 |
90% – 100% |
A |
|
800 – 899 |
80% – 89% |
B |
|
700 – 799 |
70% – 79% |
C |
|
600 – 699 |
60% – 69% |
D |
|
Below 600 |
Below 60% |
F |
|
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SCI 110 – Introduction to Physical Science |
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Lab Assignments
Worth 20 points apiece
Each lab will be submitted based on the following:
1. View the lab videos located in the online course shell.
2. Complete the lab quiz located in the online course shell. You may complete the lab multiple times. It is untimed.
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Lab Assignment |
Week Due |
Lab Title |
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1 |
2 |
Lab 1: Exploring Newton’s Laws |
|
2 |
3 |
Lab 2: The Physics of Heat Transfer |
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3 |
5 |
Lab 3: The Electromagnetic Spectrum |
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4 |
6 |
Lab 4: Radioactive Elements in the Periodic Table |
|
5 |
7 |
Lab 5: Mixtures, Compounds, and Chemical Reactions |
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6 |
8 |
Lab 6: Plate Tectonics |
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7 |
10 |
Lab 7: Eclipses, the Stars, and Stellar Distance |
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8 |
11 |
Lab 8: Exploring New Developments in Science |
