PH 111 – Intro Physics Seminar – Fall 2010
MEETINGS: see schedule,
room 338 Gallalee Hall
CREDIT: 1 Hrs
INSTRUCTORS:
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Dr. Rainer Schad |
Dr. Ray White |
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Office: 1048 Bevill |
Office:
Gallalee Hall |
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e-mail:
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email: 348-5050 |
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office hrs: |
TBA |
email communication: please do
not use
email functions through elearning,
just direct email to above address is what we read.
TEXT: Physics and Technology for Future Presidents:
An Introduction to the Essential Physics Every World Leader Needs to
Know, by Richard A. Muller, Princeton University Press (May 2, 2010), #
ISBN-10: 0691135045
PREREQUISITES: at least a slight interest in physics.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an introductory appetizer for
students with more than a passing interest in Physics. It will consist
of seminar presentations, both by faculty and you, the students.
Course
Topics: Current topics
offered by Physics faculty and topics you love to present, as long as
it is still Physics.
COURSE
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: Upon
completion
of the course, you should have a undeniable interest in pursuing a BS
in Physics.
Expected
learning
outcomes
include
but
are
not limited to:
General learning
outcomes
Scientific
method: You should be able to recognize and explain the scientific
method, and
evaluate scientific information.
Effective
teamwork: You should be able to collaborate and perform effectively in
team
activities.
Course specific
learning outcomes
You
should
have a undeniable interest in
pursuing a BS in Physics.
You should have a good overview about current research topic pursued by
the faculty of our Physics Department.
GRADING: pass/fail - regular attendence and one
presentation required, active participation welcome.
ACADEMIC
MISCONDUCT
POLICY: All acts of
dishonesty in any
work constitute academic misconduct. The Academic Misconduct
Disciplinary
Policy will be followed in the event of academic misconduct.
DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS:
Students with disabilities are encouraged to register with the Office
of Disability Services, 348-4285. Thereafter, you are invited to
schedule appointments to see me during office hours to discuss
accomodations and other special needs.