PHYS 111 - Introductory Physics I with Laboratory

Description:
An integrated experimental and analytical investigation of topics including kinematics and dynamics. This integrated lecture/laboratory course includes the analysis of physical systems using algebra and trigonometry along with inquiry-based activities and experimental investigation. NS1 NS-Fund Disc Phys and Biological.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 110 OR eligible to enroll in MATH 172 OR successful completion of a comprehensive year-long high school pre-calculus course, or equivalent, the year prior to enrollment in PHYS 111. Co-requisite: PHYS 110 OR concurrent enrollment in a comprehensive year-long high school pre-calculus course, or equivalent.

Credits: (5)

General Education Category
NS1 NS-Fund Disc Phys and Biological.

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome	Activity (optional)	Assessment
The student will correctly describe and explain key physics topics in kinematics and dynamics such as displacement, velocity, acceleration, and Newton’s laws as well as key components of those main concepts.	Individual and collaborative group computational problem solving, Individual and collaborative group conceptual problem solving, Informal in-class discussions, Interactive demonstrations, lab activities	The student will describe and explain key physics concepts from short answer prompts (a few words to a few sentences) on homework, quizzes, and exams.
The student will demonstrate an ability to solve problems in kinematics and dynamics using the appropriate physical principles and techniques.	Individual and collaborative group computational problem solving, Individual and collaborative group conceptual problem solving, Informal in-class discussions, lab activities	Given the appropriate information, the student will solve quantitative and qualitative problems on homework, quizzes, and exams.
The student will demonstrate enhanced quantitative reasoning skills and mathematical analysis skills.	Individual and collaborative group computational problem solving, Informal in-class discussions, lab activities	Using the appropriate algebraic and trigonometric principles, the student will analyze physical systems on homework, quizzes, and exams.
The student will demonstrate an ability to properly analyze and interpret data and experimental uncertainty in order to make meaningful comparisons between experimental measurements or observation and theory.	Informal in-class discussions, lab activities, Case study analysis	The student will develop and conduct several experiments that include recording and analyzing data. These experiments will be communicated in a written report.