TENNESSEE WESLEYAN COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
I.
COURSE
: P 100 Physical Science: Chemistry
and Physics 4 c. h.
P 100 L Physical Science Lab. 0 c. h.
LOCATION
: Knoxville
Campus
TIME:
W 6-10 p.m.
II. TERM
:
Summer Evening 2008
INSTRUCTOR:
Dr. Joyce
R. Baker
OFFICE:
Fisher 215
PHONE: (423)
746-5233
E-MAIL:
jrbaker@twcnet.edu
URL:
http://www.twcnet.edu/jrbaker/Teach/P100/Evening/index.html
III. COURSE DESCRIPTION
: A survey course of physical sciences designed to enhance a student's
understanding of
astronomy, physics, chemistry and geology and his relationship with
the physical world around him.
IV. COURSE GOALS
& OBJECTIVES/COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
:
In this course a student is expected to:
define terms used in physics, chemistry, astronomy and geology.
explain natural phenomena in the physical sciences.
state physical sciences theories and relate them to natural phenomena.
V. COURSE RELATIONSHIP
TO MAJOR PROGRAM & DEPARTMENTAL OR INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSES
:
To discover the impact of science and technology in their daily living.
To use effective communication skills.
To meet ACR requirements.
VI.
COURSE RELATIONSHIP TO CONTENT AREA KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS FROM THE
EDUCATION MATRICES
:
VII. TEXT AND OTHER
REQUIRED RESOURCES
Wynn & Wiggins, Natural Science, Bridging the Gap, 5th
.ed., Simon & Schuster, 2000.
VIII. TOPICS OR
UNITS OF INSTRUCTION:
The Method of Science
, Atomic Theory
, Periodic Law
, Big Bang Theory
, Plate Tectonics Theory
and Geologic Time
.
IX. ADDITIONAL READINGS
:
None
X.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION and LEARNING:
Collaborative
learning groups, critical thinking techniques, lectures, videotapes, laboratory,
writing assignments and tests.
IX A. REQUIREMENTS
OF STUDENTS:
Classroom participation, laboratory participation, reading assigned
material and writing exercises (in and out of the classroom).
XI B. MEANS OF
EVALUATION
:
|
Hour Exams |
300 pt. |
|
50 pt. |
|
|
50 pt. |
|
|
Total possible points |
400 pt. |
XI C. Test Schedule
:
|
June 11
|
|
|
July 2 |
|
|
July 30 |
XI D. GRADING SCALE
:
|
100.0-95.0% |
A |
76.9-73.0% |
C |
|
94.9-90.0% |
A- |
72.9-70.0% |
C- |
|
89.9-87.0% |
B+ |
69.6-67.0% |
D+ |
|
86.9-83.0% |
B |
66.9-63.0% |
D |
|
82.9-80.0% |
B- |
62.9-60.0% |
D- |
|
79.9-77.0% |
C+ |
59.0-0.0% |
F |
XI E. ATTENDANCE
POLICY:
Attendance is required. If a test is missed because of illness, a make-up
test must be taken within one week
of the return to classes. If a test is missed because of an official school
function, the test should be taken before the scheduled test date. Lecture
attendance is required. Your grade is reduced by 10 points for every three
absences, excused or unexcused. Makeup labs are not possible unless
they are paper labs. Changes in dates of tests announced in class will
take priority over what is printed in this syllabus. You will attend class
when the instructor has excused absences.
F. Cellular Telephones: All cell phones, pagers, alarms, etc. must be turned off during all class meetings. If a disruption occurs, especially during exams, the device will be confiscated. You are welcome to have your phone on vibrate and leave the room for emergencies. Cell phones will not be used as calculators on exams!
XII. CLINICAL/LABORATORY/FIELD-BASED
EXPERIENCES: There will be a charge for the laboratory manual.
It is 5.00. For more information see:
P 100 Lab Syllabus
and Schedule
XIII. ADDENDUM:
Every effort
will be made to accommodate disabilities. Please discuss your disability
with your instructor during a private interview
XIV. DATE OF REVISION
: May 15, 2008 INITIALED BY: JRB
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