Physics

School of Engineering
Course Syllabus
Subject Code
PHYSIC2
Subject Name
Physics for Non-Engineering 2
Subject Description
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts, theories, and principles of physics in Classical
Mechanics. Topics include fluid mechanics, temperature, heat, calorimetry, thermodynamics, waves, sound,
electrostatics, electric currents, electrical circuits, magnetism, electromagnetism, optics, and geometric optics.
Credit Units
3 lecture
Pre-requisite
PHYSIC1
Co-requisite
None
Objectives
General :
At the end of the course, the students should be able to solve a wide variety of problems on thermodynamics,
optics and electromagnetics
Learning Outcomes:
The student is expected to acquire knowledge needed to:
L1:
Recall basic concepts and principles in Physics and Mathematics
L2:
Define terms used in Physics
L3:
Use correct units for physical quantities
L4:
Relate density, pressure, buoyancy and specific gravity
L5:
Solve problems involving fluid flow
L6:
Define temperature and its measures
L7:
Determine the relationships among temperature, thermal equilibrium, internal energy and thermal
expansion
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L8:
Determine the relationships of heat to temperature, to thermal energy and to phase change
L9:
Solve problems involving heat transfer and calorimetry
L 10 :
Describe the nature of a wave according to its properties
L 11 :
Explain the concept of wave interference and superposition
L 12 :
Interpret the properties of sound as a wave
L 13 :
Apply Coulomb's Law to solve problems involving electrostatic forces
L 14 :
Define the relationships among electric field, force and potential
L 15 :
Use the superposition principle in solving problems involving multiple source charges
L 16 :
Relate electrical potential energy to electrical potential
L 17 :
Define electric current as charge flow rate
L 18 :
Give examples of materials that exhibit conductivity, resistivity, and resistance
L 19 :
Simplify series and parallel combinations of resistors
L 20 :
Apply Ohms law and Kirchhoffs laws to solve direct-current circuit problems
L 21 : Define the relationships among efficiency, electric power, electric current, resistance and potential
difference
L 22 :
Describe the nature and propagation of light
L 23 :
Describe the behavior of light as it reflects or refracts
L 24 :
Determine the properties of an image formed by plane or spherical mirrors
L 25 :
Determine the properties of an image formed converging or diverging thin lenses
Textbook
[1] R. Freedman and H. Young, University Physics, 12th ed. California:Pearson, 2008
References
[1] D. Giancolli, Physics Principles with Applications, 6th ed. Singapore:Pearson, 2007
[2] P. Hewitt, Conceptual Physics, 11th ed. Addison-Wesley, 2010
[3] R. serway and J. Jewett, University Physics: Calculus-Based, 1st Philippine Reprint, Pasig City: CENGAGE
Learning, 2012
[4] J. Tiong, 1001 Solved Problems in Engineering Mathematics and Engineering Sciences, Excel First Review
and Training Center, 2012
[5] www.physicsclassroom.com
6] www.physics.org
[[7] www.physicscenttal.com
Learning Management System Resource
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Link : http://moodle.apc.edu.ph
Subject Code : PHYSIC2
Enrollment Key :
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, discussion, exercises, assignments, quizzes, exams
Grading System
Long Exams
Class Standing
Lab Activities
Project
Final Exam
30%
25%
15%
10%
20%
Total
Grades Transmutation
100%
Term Grade
Program
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
Code 1.0
R
a
0.0
Required Points
95% to 100%
91% to 94%
87%to 90%
Outcomes:
83% to 86%
79% to 82%
75% to 78%
Description
Relationship
70% to 74%
Repeat
: Below of
70%
An ability to apply
knowledge
X
Failed due tophysical,
: Excessive
Absences, Cheating
mathematics,
life and
information sciences; and
engineering sciences appropriate
to the field of practice.
An ability to design and conduct

experiments, as well as to analyze
and interpret data.
An ability to design a system,

component, or process to meet
desired needs within identified
constraints.
An ability to work effectively in

multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural
teams.
An ability to recognize, formulates,

and solves engineering problems.
Recognition of professional, social,

and ethical responsibility.
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An ability to effectively
communicate orally and in writing
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using the English language.

X
An understanding of the effects of

engineering solutions in a
comprehensive context.
An ability to engage in life-long

learning and an understanding of
the need to keep current of the
developments in the specific field
of practice.
A knowledge of contemporary
issues
An ability to use the techniques,

skills, and modern engineering
tools necessary for engineering
practice.
An ability to apply acquired

computer/electronics engineering
knowledge and skills for national
development.
An ability to exhibit and apply APC

core principles of Integrity,
Innovation and Industry.
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COURSE OUTLINE
Specific Objective/s:
Identify the relationships among density, pressure, specific gravity, force
Use the formula P = gy
Utilize Pascal's principle to solve pressure problems
Solve problems involving buoyant force
Learning Outcome:
L1, L2, L3, L4, L5
Suggested Activities:
Long Test
Lecture / discussion
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
MOODLE Resource Materials:
Handout, Exercises/Homework
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
13
Specific Gravity, Pressure , Buoyancy,
1
4-6
Experiment # 1: Specific Gravity
Describe temperature and its measurements
Define and determine the thermal equilibrium
Relate the different temperature scales
Describe quantitatively the expansion of matter due to temperature change
Describe qualitatively the anomalous expansion of water
Relate temperature to the kinetic theory
Learning Outcome:
L6, L7
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
2
7 - 12
Temperature, Thermal Expansion, Expansion of Water, Kinetic Theory
Define heat and specific heat
Physically and mathematically define heat capacity
Differentiate the methods of heat transfer
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
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Learning Outcome:
L8, L9
Topics
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13 15
16 18
Experiment # 2: Coefficient of Linear Expansion

Heat, Heat Transfer, Calorimetry,
Solve for the heat released or absorbed when temperature or phase changes
Describe the mechanisms of heat transfer
Learning Outcome:
L8, L9
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
19-21
Specific heat, Phase Change,
4
22-24
Experiment # 3: Heat and Calorimetry
Solve problems in a written long exam
Evaluate errors in the exam
Distinguish transverse and longitudinal waves
Describe waves mathematically
State the properties of wave dynamics
Apply the principle of superposition
Learning Outcome:
L10, L11
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
25 27
Long Exam # 1 : Buoyancy, Temperature, Heat, Calorimetry (Modules 1 - 24)
5
28 30
Mechanical Waves, Wave Properties
Predict the outcomes of wave interference
Describe the characteristics of sound waves
Relate resonance and interference to sound waves
Describe Doppler effect and shock waves
Learning Outcome:
L12
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
6
31 36
Wave Interference, Boundary Conditions, Resonance, Superposition, Standing
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Waves, Sound, Doppler Effect
Solve problems in a written exam
Define momentum and impulse
Learning Outcome:
L1, L2, L3
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
37 - 39
Long Exam # 2 : Waves, Sound (Modules 28 36)
7
40 - 42
Midterm Exam Buoyancy, Temperature, Heat, Calorimetry, Waves, Sound
(Modules1 -36)
Learning Outcome:
Describe the nature of charge
L13, L14, L15, L16
Describe polarization and induced charges
Use Coulomb's Law to solve electrostatic forces problems
Describe the direction of electric fields using electric filed lines
Define electric potential
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
Coulombs Law, Electric Charge, Electrostatic Force, Superposition Principle,
8
43 48
Electric Fields, Electric Field Lines
Determine the electric potential function

Determine equipotential surfaces
Define electric current
Relate resistivity and resistance
Describe electromotive force
Describe the role of emf in a circuit
Use Ohm's law to determine the voltage, resistance and current of a resistor
L25, L26
Learning Outcome:
L17, L18, L19, L20,
L21
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
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Week No.
Module No.
Topics
Electrical Potential Energy, Electrical Potential Difference, Equipotential Surfaces,
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Electric Current, Resistivity and Resistance, Electromotive Force and Circuits,
Ohm's Law
Learning Outcome:
L1, L2, L3
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
55 57
Experiment # 4: Resistors in Series and Parallel
10
58 60
Long Exam # 3 : Electrostatics, Electrical Circuits (Modules 43 - 57)
Learning Outcome:
Predict the direction of reflected light using the reflection law
Identify the relationships among the index of refraction of the path, wavelength
L22, L23
and speed of light
Predict the direction of refracted light using the Snell's law
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
11
61 66
Nature and Propagation of Light, Law of Reflection, Law of Refraction
Determine the image location and properties in front of a plane refracting surface
Determine the image location and magnification in front of a spherical reflecting
surface
Determine the image location and magnification in front of a spherical refracting
surface
Differentiate converging and diverging lenses
Determine the image location and magnification in front of a converging thin lens
Determine the image location and magnification in front of a diverging thin lens
Long Test
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
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Learning Outcome:
L24, L25

Week No.
Module No.
Topics
Image Formation by Plane and Curved Mirrors, Mirror Equation, Image Formed by
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Thin Lenses, Lens Equation, Graphical Method
Experiment # 5: Law of Reflection and Law of Refraction
Learning Outcome:
L1, L2, L3
Homework
Seatwork / quiz
Week No.
Module No.
Topics
73 75
Experiment # 6: Image Formation
13
76 78
Long Exam # 4 : Light, Reflection and Refraction, Image Formation (Modules 40
- 57)
Learning Outcome:
Week No.
Topics
14
FINAL EXAMINATIONS
Note : Each module is a 30 minute classroom session.
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Recall basic concepts and principles in Physics and Mathematics

Define terms used in Physics

Use correct units for physical quantities

Relate density, pressure, buoyancy and specific gravity

Solve problems involving fluid flow

Define temperature and its measures

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

Solve problems involving heat transfer and calorimetry

Describe the nature of a wave according to its properties

Explain the concept of wave interference and superposition

Interpret the properties of sound as a wave

Apply Coulomb's Law to solve problems involving electrostatic forces

Define the relationships among electric field, force and potential

Relate electrical potential energy to electrical potential

Define electric current as charge flow rate

Give examples of materials that exhibit conductivity, resistivity, and resistance

Simplify series and parallel combinations of resistors

Describe the nature and propagation of light

Describe the behavior of light as it reflects or refracts

Determine the properties of an image formed by plane or spherical mirrors

Determine the properties of an image formed converging or diverging thin lenses

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

An ability to design and conduct

An ability to design a system,

An ability to work effectively in

An ability to recognize, formulates,

Recognition of professional, social,

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

using the English language.

An understanding of the effects of

An ability to engage in life-long

An ability to use the techniques,

An ability to apply acquired

An ability to exhibit and apply APC

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

Experiment # 2: Coefficient of Linear Expansion

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

Waves, Sound, Doppler Effect

MOODLE Resource Materials:

Determine the electric potential function

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

MOODLE Resource Materials:

Prepared By: Mark Dizon

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