SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Accelerated Sciences Division

Syllabus Table of Contents

1. Course Information
2. Learning Outcomes, Objectives, & Alignment
3. Textbooks and Materials
4. Evaluation of Student Learning
5. University, Program, and Course Policies
6. Addendum and Other Course Details

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Number (Prefix Code): PHYS211

Course Name: Physics I lecture

Course Description:

This non-calculus, algebra/trigonometry based college physics course is the first in a two-part series covering the
following topics: Motion in one and two dimensions, velocity, acceleration, forces and Newton's Laws of Motion, linear
and angular momentum, circular motion, center of mass, torque, mechanics of rigid bodies, work, kinetic energy,
potential energy, Newton's Law of Gravitation, Kepler's Laws, and simple harmonic motion. Problem solving skills are
strongly emphasized. In sum, this course is designed to provide an overview of basic biophysics and is primarily for
students planning to major in life sciences, medical/dental fields, psychology, and similar professional fields.

Course Delivery Model(s): Online, Online Interactive

Time Requirement:
Lecture Hours per term: 45
Laboratory Hours per term: 0
Total Hours per term: 45
Course Duration (weeks): 5
Credits: 3
Credit Hour Verification:
This list represents the average amount of time a student is expected to spend to successfully complete this course.
Total hrs/wk 27
Activity Type Online-Interactive Online (Self-paced)
Hrs/wk Hrs/wk
Course Time Lecture 9 hours 4 hours
Discussion forums 1 hour 1 hour
Audio/Video recordings 3 hours 8 hours
Quizzes (outside of class) 2 hours 2 hours
Homework 3 hours 3 hours
Preparation and Study (assessment prep) 4 hours 4 hours
Study Reading 4 hours 4 hours
Other Exams (outside of class) 1 hour 1hours
Total Total per week 27 hours 27 hours
Total per course 135 hours 135 hours

Prerequisites: Algebra highly recommended

Co-requisites: PHYS 211L recommended

This course may be taken again for credit the following number of times (repeatable): 5

LEARNING OUTCOMES, OBJECTIVES, & ALIGNMENT

Student Learning Outcomes

In successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
SLO
1. Demonstrate the ability to correctly read and record, with appropriate units
and uncertainties, measurements taken from a variety of devices by measuring
the lengths and diameters of several cylindrical objects.
2. Perform mathematical operations using the measured quantities to calculate
results from those measurements, and to record those results with appropriate
units and uncertainties.
3. Name the physical principles which are relevant in each physical situation
involving mechanics, heat, or sound and describe how these principles are
manifested in and influence the behavior of that physical situation.
4. Identify and apply the applicable laws of physics along with the necessary
mathematics to successfully solve a mechanics problem.

TEXTBOOKS & MATERIALS

Required Textbook(s): Physics 5th Edition by Alan Giambattista, Betty Richardson, Robert C. Richardson

Required Materials: Working computer with a strong internet connection, camera, and a microphone. Scientific
calculator.
Scientific Calculator**
** Graphics or text-memory calculators are not allowed for use during quizzes or exams. If a student brings one, they will
have to take the quiz without a calculator! Students are encouraged to obtain a scientific calculator with exponents and
logarithms immediately, rather than the day before a quiz or an exam. It is important to be comfortable with the
calculator being used, rather than to be struggling to locate the keys for certain mathematical operations. For example, a
TI-30X IIS is acceptable.

Provided Materials: The following materials will be provided:

Homework and quizzes platform (Mc-Graw-Hill).

Technology Requirements

External resources: McGraw-Hill

Learning Management System: Canvas. If a student is unfamiliar with the Canvas learning management system, please
visit the manuals and learning guides available in the Canvas Student Guide. It is important that students are
comfortable and competent in using this system, as all course material and communication will be done via Canvas.

Navigating Canvas – the Canvas site has a large set of Canvas tutorials and videos for students.

Browser and Computer Requirements for Canvas: This course requires that students have access to Google Chrome or
Microsoft Edge.

Examination System: Proctorio. We will be using the Proctorio Online Exam Proctoring Service in this course. Proctorio is
a software extension in Chrome that uses your computer’s screen, web cam, and microphone to create a remote
proctored environment, and enables students to take exams via Canvas from any remote location. Students must have a
strong and stable internet connection for Proctorio to work well. During exams, students, the computer, and all
surrounding environment may be recorded.

In addition to the instructor(s) and Teaching Assistants(s) of this course, Proctorio and SCU Proctorio administrators are
the only ones who will have access to the recordings. The Chrome browser extension must be installed before students
can take any exam, and it can be removed once an exam is complete.

There will be an initial practice exam for students to become familiar with using Proctorio, which allows students to
identify any potential issues prior to using this examination system.

Suggestions for completing online coursework: Save work often; this includes backing it up on multiple devices or cloud
applications. When submitting final papers on the Canvas learning management system (LMS), ensure that all files have
been uploaded properly. Also make sure to keep a hard copy of all papers/projects in case of an unforeseen
technological failure or outage.
EVALUATION OF STUDENT LEARNING

Grading scale:

Letter grade
A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89.99%
C = 70% - 79.99%
D = 60% - 69.99%
F = 0.0% - 59.99%

Assessments:
Assessment Name # of assignments Weight SLO Linkage
Participation 5-10 15% 1,2,3, and 4
Reading Assignments 9 10% 1,2,3, and 4
Check Your Understanding Quiz 9 20% 1,2,3, and 4
Homework 9 15% 1,2,3, and 4
Exams 2 40% 1,2,3, and 4

Course Topics:
SLO
Week Module Topic Assessment Activity
Linkage
1 Motion Along a Line Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
and Check your Understanding.
1 2 Motion in a Plane Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
and Check your Understanding
3 Force and Newton's Laws of Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
Motion and Check your Understanding
2 4 Circular Motion Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
and Check your Understanding
5 Conservation of Energy Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
3 and Check your Understanding
6 Linear Momentum Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
and Check your Understanding
7 Torque and Angular Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
Momentum and Check your Understanding
4 8 Elasticity and Oscillations Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
and Check your Understanding
5 9 Reading assignment, Homework, Participation, 1-4
Fluids
and Check your Understanding
UNIVERSITY POLICIES
All university policies apply to this course and all others. For full policy information please consult the SCU Catalog.
Additionally, program policies apply to students in each program as described in the Catalog and in SCU Health
Handbook for clinical courses.

Drop Date: It is a student’s responsibility to understand when to consider unenrolling from a course. Refer to the SCU
Academic Calendar for dates and deadlines for registration. Also refer to SCU Academic Policies for information about
the drop period.

Incomplete Policy: Under emergency/special circumstances, students may petition for an incomplete grade. See the
SCU Catalog for Policies about Incomplete Grades

Academic Integrity: Students at this university are expected to maintain the highest degrees of professionalism, a
commitment to active learning, and display integrity both in and out of the classroom. See the SCU SCU Academic
Integrity Code.

Accessibility Services and Accommodations: The Office of Student Services provides support to students with
disabilities requiring accommodation in concert with the lead faculty for this course. All students are encouraged to
request accommodation as far in advance of when the accommodation will be required to allow the University to
process the request and provide approved accommodation. To begin the process please request a consultation with the
designated Accessibility Services Officer as soon as possible. Once the Office of Student Services approves the request,
the letter of accommodation will be provided to the student and lead faculty member via email. The student should be
certain to follow-up with the lead faculty member to plan for the specific accommodation needs for the course. Program
requirements cannot be modified to accommodate a disability. Please see the catalog for details regarding Accessibility
Services and Accommodations.

A complete list of University Services is available through MySCU, including:

 Tech Support information
 Veterans Support Services
 Resources for Title IX support though the Campus Safety tab
 Student Advocacy and Accountability resources

Learning Resource Center: Students can use the library’s resources which provide students with an excellent collection
of books, journals, electronic databases, and websites as well as consult with the librarian to help with the course.

Online Etiquette: In general, behavior in an online classroom should emulate the professional behavior expected in an
on-ground classroom with a few additional requirements:

 Avoid using text slang and abbreviations such as “u” (instead of “you”), “TLDR” (Too Long, Didn’t Read) or "TBH"
(To Be Honest) - not everyone knows what they are. Do not use ALL CAPS for entire sentences or posts - this is
seen as yelling at someone.
 Any form of personal attack or inappropriate response with other students or faculty is unacceptable. We will
remove any discussion posts showing this and warn the author.
 If a student disagrees with someone's comments, they should do so respectfully and collegially and provide
legitimate examples to support their side.
  Before pressing the submit button review comments, making sure nothing is coming across as defensive, too
“know-it-all” or critical, or academically inappropriate. It is easy for someone to misinterpret the meaning when
they cannot see facial expressions or hear the tone of voice.
 Avoid short, generic replies such as "I agree!", "I like it!" or "Funny!" – explain why, add another point in support
of the idea, or raise a question to continue constructive dialogue.

Attendance: SCU policy defines attendance for all courses and specifies online courses as active, weekly participation in
the course as described in the syllabus. Examples of activities could include, but are not limited to:
 Participating in weekly online chats or discussions
 Submitting or completing assignments
 Commenting on other student contributions
 Actively logged on and participating in class at least three times per week

See the Academic Policies page in the SCU Catalog for more details on Attendance Policy.

Accelerated Sciences Course Recommendations

 Read before and after each class. Skim the chapter before it is covered in lecture to become comfortable with
some of the terms associated with each topic. Review each chapter after it is covered in class to enhance
understanding of the material.
 Do not wait until the night before homework is due to start the assignment. Understanding of concepts will be
enhanced if the time is taken to learn them beforehand and later review the material without being rushed.
 Stay focused by finding an environment to study with few distractions.
 Participate during class by taking notes and looking over them afterwards.
 Any topics covered in the course could be presented in subsequent examinations, so it is critical to prepare and
learn all presented material.
 Remember that procrastination in an accelerated course can quickly prove disastrous! Failure to learn
foundational principles can make all future material seem nearly incomprehensible, so make sure to budget
time wisely over the next five weeks.
Specifically for synchronous courses:
 Ask questions for clarification when not understanding the material being covered.
 Do not skip class, arrive late, or leave early. Given the accelerated nature of our courses, every minute of class
missed can have a real impact on student success in a course.
 Work on assigned problems as close to the time as when the topic is covered in class to increase understanding
of specific concepts.
 Find a group of students to study with. This makes studying more fun and helps learning of the material by
teaching to and learning from peers. Explaining these concepts to other students aids in mastery of what is
covered.
Teaching Methods & Instruction
In synchronous classes with scheduled class times, lecture will be delivered in real time/live by the instructor. Students
must adhere to the attendance policy set out by the instructor for the class. In asynchronous classes, students will
review lecture content on their own time. Due to the individualized nature of the learning, students should expect to
spend as much time as needed based on prior knowledge of foundational material and a realistic study schedule.
Students should check both their schedule and the Canvas course page to confirm they are correctly enrolled in the
chosen course modality.

Lecture Outline PowerPoints, Supplemental Videos, and Support Materials: The lecture outline is essentially a series of
PowerPoint slides on the most important chapter topics that you should review before you begin the Reading
Assignment. These slides will also serve as a good reference when completing homework and reviewing for exams.
Supplemental videos and support materials contain videos or other items related to some of the most important or
interesting topics in the chapter. Some videos show fun applications. Some videos are conceptual, and some videos are
designed to help you master the calculations in this course. These are all optional learning materials.
Reading Assignment: Read the assigned sections in the chapter fully and complete any activities embedded in the
SMARTBOOK reading assignment. Reading time will vary from module to module.
Exams: There are two exams in each class, a mid-term, and a final exam. There will be questions that are similar to all
quizzes, homework, questions at the end of each chapter and any other activity given. The exams are all on Canvas.
Please pay attention to the due dates. They are final and will not be extended. You must use proctoring methods
required by the instructor.
Homework: Homework problems are reflective of the type questions that will be on the exams. There is a difference
between completing chemistry related word problems with access to help (book, instructor office hours, tutor, Google,
etc.) versus completing problems independently. It is okay and encouraged to use all available resources to learn how to
complete a certain type of chemistry problem. However, the long-term goal should be obtaining the ability to complete
exam problems without any aid. First homework must be done using Proctorio.
Check Your Understanding Quizzes: On Check Your Understanding pages, students will practice the module content that
is covered using interactive study tools. These interactive study tools will help assess progress and identify areas for
improvement. Additionally, interactives give students an opportunity to review and apply information presented in the
course and in the online textbook before taking quizzes or high-stakes exams.
Exams: There are two exams in each class, a mid-term, and a final exam. There will be questions that are similar to all
quizzes, homework, questions at the end of each chapter and any other activity given. The exams are all on Canvas.
Please pay attention to the due dates. They are final and will not be extended. Students must use proctoring methods
required by the instructor.
 Note: Completing assignments open book (book, instructor office hours, tutor, Google, etc.) is different than
testing in an exam environment. It is acceptable and encouraged to use all available resources to learn how to
complete an assignment; however, the long-term goal should be to pass the exams without any outside aid.