PHYS2300

Meets Mn Transfer Curriculum Goal Area 3 - Natural Sciences. This is the first course in an extensive two-semester preparation in algebra-based physics. This course introduces students to key physics concepts and principles while highlighting how they apply to everyday experiences. Students will develop an understanding of mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and sound. Students will gain a substantial understanding of experimental procedures including laboratory safety, collaborative learning, data collection, and data analysis through the accompanying laboratory segment. This course is intended for students taking liberal arts and/or pre-professional courses such as veterinary, medicine, dentistry, biology, optometry, radio technology, architecture, etc. Student Learning Outcomes

• Describe various concepts and principles of physics in the areas of kinematics, statics, dynamics, work, energy, rotational motion, gravitation, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, waves, and sound.
• Distinguish between distance and displacement, speed and velocity, mass and weight, static and kinetic friction, elastic collision and inelastic collision, and transverse and longitudinal waves.
• Explain the motion of objects moving at constant velocity and constant acceleration.
• Construct comprehensive free-body diagrams (FBD) to solve classic mechanics problems.
• Determine the direction and magnitude of resultant vectors by adding and/or subtracting various vectors.
• Solve problems using algebra and trigonometry related to the linear motion of objects ? speed, velocity, acceleration, circular motion, and projectile motion.
• Estimate angular velocity, angular acceleration, and centripetal force acting on an object moving on a circular path.
• Analyze the motion of an object along an inclined plane by using Newton's second law of motion.
• Apply conservation of energy and conservation of momentum principles to solve problems.
• Demonstrate understanding of static equilibrium and dynamic equilibrium.
• Explain Pascal's principle and Archimedes' principle.
• Use the first law of thermodynamics to calculate change in temperature in adiabatic processes.
• Compute the efficiency of Carnot engine by using the second law of thermodynamics.
• Describe the components of wave and relate those components to mechanical vibrations, sound, and decibel levels.
• Use appropriate computer technology and software to perform experiments, perform analysis, and prepare reports.
• Conduct experiments by setting up procedures, collecting data, and formulating evidence-based conclusions.
• Present physics concepts and experimental findings to peers and faculty.
• Explain real-world applications of physics principles in a structured written document.