Physics-P Course Outline and Grading Policy, Higgins 2008-09 (rm A208)Description: Physics-P is a one year laboratory science course which satisfies the California high school graduation requirement for physical science and satisfies more stringent UC and CSU requirements for lab science (not biology, not chemistry). The details of content for this course are included in the accompanying document (Physics-P, district approved course of study). Experimental activities form a significant portion of the course. The goal of this course is to thoroughly familiarize the student with the process of experimental science and the current knowledge and theories in physics. Students are expected to work both independently and in teams.Grading Criteria: Homework -------------------------------------------------------------------- 20% (Fall 2006) Experimental labs ------------------------------------------------------------ 25% Quizzes & warm ups --------------------------------------------------------- 15% Independent project ----------------------------------------------------------- 15% Exams --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15% Final Exam --------------------------------------------------------------------- 10% Grading Scale: A 90% - 100% B 80% - 89% C 65% - 79% D 55% - 64% F 0% - 54% Policy on late work: No work will be accepted after the specific deadline except in the event of an unplanned excused absence. Prior arrangements with the teacher must be made in order to submit late work following planned absences (field trips, for example). Independent Project: The student is free to select a suitable independent project (one per semester, minimum), but must "register" the project with the teacher. Registration includes approval and guidance, in addition to securing appropriate exclusivity. Examples of independent projects include typed research term papers, design and construction of a robot, alternative energy device, musical loudspeakers ( http://ratch-h.com ), musical instrument, and so on. In general, independent projects include a formal typed report and a classroom presentation. This fall, we are testing a robotic bowler built by physics students last Spring. You may participate in this activity as an additional option.Support: Students who fall behind and/or are in danger of failure will be expected to come during lunch to room 208 for help. Required Textbook: Physics, Principles and Problems, Zitewitz, et. al., Glencoe Science, 2005. Resource Web Site: http://physicspp.com Required Behavior: Students are expected to bring a 3-ring binder with lined paper (or dedicated space within a shared binder), a pen and pencil, and a scientific calculator to class each day. Students tardy to class will not receive credit for the warm up exercise of the day. There will be no food or drink (except bottled water) and no personal electronics items (iPods, walkmen, mp3 players, cell phones, etc,) in class. In addition, no head-covering or sun glasses are to be worn in class. Teacher Contact: email: ratch_h@hotmail.com , school phone: 433-5100I have read and understand the course and grading policy for Physics-P. (student name printed) (Student signature) (Date) (parent/guardian name printed) (parent/guardian signature) (Date) (home phone #1) (home phone #2)
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I have read and understand the course and grading policy for Physics-P. (student name printed) (Student signature) (Date) (parent/guardian name printed) (parent/guardian signature) (Date) (home phone #1) (home phone #2)
I have read and understand the course and grading policy for Physics-P. (student name printed) (Student signature) (Date) (parent/guardian name printed) (parent/guardian signature) (Date) (home phone #1) (home phone #2) |