KERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT – CERRO COSO COLLEGE

PHSC C115 COURSE OUTLINE OF RECORD

  1. DISCIPLINE AND COURSE NUMBER:
    PHSC C115
  2. COURSE TITLE:
    Physical Science
  3. SHORT BANWEB TITLE:
    Physical Science
  4. COURSE AUTHOR:
    Stenger Smith, John D.
  5. COURSE SEATS:
    -
  6. COURSE TERMS:
    70 = Fall; 30 = Spring
  7. CROSS-LISTED COURSES:
  8. PROPOSAL TYPE:
    CC New Course
  9. START TERM:
    30 = Spring, 2012
  10. C-ID:
  11. CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION:
    This course covers conceptual topics in physics and chemistry, with applications to the earth sciences and astronomy, for the non-science major. Topics such as motion, energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, atoms, chemistry and chemical reactions are covered. The laboratory portion of this course covers conceptual experiments in physics and chemistry, with applications to the earth sciences and astronomy. Experiments in motion, energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, atoms, chemistry and chemical reactions are performed. Not open to students who have completed PHSC 111.

  12. GRADING METHOD

    Default:
    S = Standard Letter Grade
    Optional:
    P = Pass/No Pass;A = Audit
  13. TOTAL UNITS:
    4

  14. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS / UNITS & HOURS:

    Method
    Min Units
    Min Hours
    Lecture
    3
    54
    Lab
    1
    54
    Activity
    0
    0
    Open Entry/Open Exit
    0
    0
    Volunteer Work Experience
    0
    0
    Paid Work Experience
    0
    0
    Non Standard
    0
    0
    Non-Standard Hours Justification:

  15. REPEATABILITY

    Type:
    Non-Repeatable Credit
  16. MATERIALS FEE:
    No
  17. CREDIT BY EXAM:
    No
  18. CORE MISSION APPLICABILITY:
    UC Transfer;Associate Degree Applicable (AA/AS);CSU Transfer
  19. STAND-ALONE:
    No

  20. PROGRAM APPLICABILITY

    Required:
    Elective:
    General Education ()
    General Sciences AA (AA Degree Program)

  21. GENERAL EDUCATION APPLICABILITY

    Local:
    CC GE Area I: Natural Science = Physical Sciences;
    IGETC:
    IGETC Area 5: Physical and Biological Sciences = 5A: Physical Science with Lab;
    CSU:
    CSU GE Area B: Physical and its Life Forms(mark all that apply) = B1 - Physical Science;
    CSU GE Area B: Physical and its Life Forms(mark all that apply) = B3 - Laboratory Sciences;
    UC Transfer Course:
    CSU Transfer Course:

  22. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to

    1. Solve problems related to motion, momentum and energy using the appropriate theoretical concept.
    2. Perform an analysis of thermodynamic concepts in order to solve problems in heat transfer and phase change.
    3. Use the concepts of electromagnetism and wave theory to solve problems related to electricity, magnetism, waves and sound.
    4. Solve problems involved in basic chemistry, chemical bonding, reactions and mixtures using the concepts of conservation of mass, bonding theory and atomic theory.
    5. Solve problems related to motion, momentum and energy using the appropriate theoretical concept and perform hands-on experiments.
    6. Perform an analysis of thermodynamic concepts in order to solve problems in heat transfer and phase change and perform hands-on experiments.
    7. Use the concepts of electromagnetism and wave theory to solve problems related to electricity, magnetism, waves and sound in order to design and perform hands-on experiments.
    8. Solve problems involved in basic chemistry, chemical bonding, reactions and mixtures using the concepts of conservation of mass, bonding theory and atomic theory in order to design and perform hands-on experiments.
    9. Safely perform hands-on conceptual experiments then analyze and report the results.
    10. Analyze and utilize the scientific method and proper scientific formatting in problem solving.

  23. REQUISITES

    Prerequisite:

    MATH C050
    Advisory:
    Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
    Writing - 2 Levels Prior to Transfer

  24. DETAILED TOPICAL OUTLINE:

    Lecture:

    A. Motion and Equilibrium
    1 Aristotle On Motion
    2 Galileo’s Concept of Inertia
    3 Mass—A Measure of Inertia
    4 Net Force
    5 The Equilibrium Rule
    6 Support Force
    7 Equilibrium Of Moving Things
    8 The Force of Friction
    9 Speed and Velocity
    a. Speed
    b. Instantaneous speed
    c. Average speed
    d. Velocity
          10    Acceleration
      B.    Newton’s Laws of Motion
    1. Newton’s First Law Of Motion
    2. Newton’s Second Law of Motion
    3. Forces and Interactions
    4. Newton’s Third Law of Motion
    5. Vectors
    6. Summary of Newton’s Three Laws
            C.    Momentum and Energy
    1. Momentum
    2. Impulse
    3. Impulse-Momentum Relationship
    4. Conservation of Momentum
    a. Collisions
    5. Energy
    a. Work
    6. Power
    7. Potential Energy
    8. Kinetic Energy
    a. Work-Energy Theorem
    b. Kinetic Energy and Momentum Compared
    9. Conservation of Energy
    10. Machines
    a. Efficiency
    D. Thermal Energy and Thermodynamics
    1. Thermal Energy
    2. Temperature
    3. Absolute Zero
    4. Heat
    5. Quantity of Heat
    6. The Laws of Thermodynamics
    7. Specific Heat Capacity
    8. Thermal Expansion
    a. Expansion of Water
     E. Heat Transfer and Change of Phase
    1. Conduction
    2. Convection
    3. Radiation
    a. Emission of Radiant Energy
    b. Absorption of Radiant Energy
    c. Reflection of Radiant Energy
    d. Cooling at Night by Radiation
    4. Newton’s Law Of Cooling
    5. Heat Transfer and Change of Phase
    6. Evaporation
    7. Condensation
    8. Boiling
    9. Melting and Freezing
    10. Energy and Change of Phase
     F. Static and Curernt Electricity
    1. Electric Force and Charge
    a. Conservation of Charge
    2. Coulomb’s Law
    a. Charge Polarization
    3. Electric Field
    4. Electric Potential
    5. Voltage Sources
    6. Electric Current
    a. Direct Current and Alternating Current
    7. Electrical Resistance
    8. Ohm’s Law
    a. Electric Shock
    9. Electric Circuits
    a. Series Circuits
    b. Parallel Circuits
    c. Parallel Circuits and Overloading
    d. Safety Fuses
    10. Electric Power
     G. Magnetism and Electromagnetic Induction
    1. Magnetic Poles
    2. Magnetic Fields
    3. Magnetic Domains
    4. Electric Currents and Magnetic Fields
    a. Electromagnets
    b. Superconducting Electromagnets
    5. Magnetic Forces on Moving Charges
    a. Magnetic Force on Current-Carrying Wires
    b. Electric Meters
    c. Electric Motors
    6. Electromagnetic Induction
    a. Faraday’s Law
    7. Generators and Alternating Current
    8. Power Production
    9. The Transformer—Boosting or Lowering Voltage
    10. Field Induction
      H.  Waves and Sound
    1. Vibrations and Waves
    2. Wave Motion
    a. Wave Speed
    3. Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
    4. Sound Waves
    a. Speed of Sound
    5. Reflection of Sound
    6. Refraction of Sound
    7. Forced Vibrations
    8. Resonance
    9. Interference
    a. Beats
    b. Standing Waves
    10. Doppler Effect
    11. Wave Barriers And Bow Waves
    12. Shock Waves and the Sonic Boom
    13. Musical Sounds
    a. Musical Instruments
    I. Light Waves
    1. Electromagnetic Spectrum
    2. Transparent and Opaque Materials
    3. Color
    a. Selective Reflection
    b. Selective Transmission
    c. Mixing Colored Lights
    d. Mixing Colored Pigments 
    e. Why the Sky Is Blue
    f. Why Sunsets Are Red
    g. Why Clouds Are White
    4. Diffraction
    5. Interference
    a. Interference Colors by Reflection from Thin Films
    6. Polarization
     J. Atoms and Periodic Table
    1. The Elements
    2. Atoms Are Ancient and Empty
    3. Protons and Neutrons
    4. Isotopes and Atomic Mass
    a. Figuring Physical Science: Calculating Atomic Mass
    5. The Periodic Table
    6. Periods and Groups
     K. Elements of Chemistry 
    1. Chemistry: The Central Science
    2. The Submicroscopic World
    3. Physical and Chemical Properties
    4. Determining Physical and Chemical Changes
    5. Elements to Compounds
    6. Naming Compounds
    7. Chemical Equations
    a. Balancing Unbalanced Equations
     L. Mixtures 
    1. Most Materials Are Mixtures
    a. Mixtures Can Be Separated By Physical Means
    2. The Chemist’s Classification of Matter
    3. Solutions
    4. Purifying the Water We Drink
    5. Desalination
    6. Wastewater Treatment
    a. Advanced Integrated Pond Systems
     M. How Atoms Bond 
    1. Electron-Dot Structures
    2. The Formation of Ions
    a. Molecules Can Form Ions
    3. Ionic Bonds
    4. Covalent Bonds
    5. Polar Covalent Bonds
    6. Molecular Polarity
    7. Metallic Bonds
    a. We Should Conserve and Recycle Metals
     N. Chemical Reaction 
    1. Reaction Rates
    2. Catalysts
    3. Energy and Chemical Reactions
    a. An Exothermic Reaction Involves a Net Release of Energy
    b. An Endothermic Reaction Involves a Net Absorption of Energy
    4. Relative Masses of Atoms and Molecules
    5. Molar Mass

    Lab:

     Laboratory Experiments
        1. Safety Orientation
        2. Performance of and Participation in Hands-on Experiments
        3. Report Submission

    Experiments in motion,  energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, atoms, chemistry and chemical reactions are performed.

    Lab Examples:  

    Students mark the time it takes for an object, such as a penny to fall from the first or second story of a building.

    Students measure the tire pressure and tire print in all 4 tires of a vehicle and calculate the weight of the car.

    Students make salt solutions and measure the density.

    Students measure the time it takes for distilled water, tap water and salt water to acheive boiling.

  25. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION--Course instructional methods may include but are not limited to

    1. Demonstration;
    2. Discussion;
    3. Group Work;
    4. In-class writing;
    5. Instruction through examination or quizzing;
    6. Laboratory;
    7. Lecture;
    8. Peer analysis, critique & feedback;
    9. Presentations (by students);
    10. Problem Solving;
    11. Project-based learning;
    12. Written work;
    13. Other Methods: Recitation

  26. OUT OF CLASS ASSIGNMENTS: Out of class assignments may include but are not limited to

    A. Homework assignments from the relevant chapter, including participation in the recitation/discussion session. Example: Students must solve problems on distance, velocity and acceleration and participate in discussions distinguishing the relationship among these three terms. B. Assigned readings from the textbook and/or other sources. Example: Students must read the relevant chapter on forces and how to analyze the forces that a person parachuting to earth encounters. C. Research Paper/Presentation. Example: Students are required to present a paper on the chemicals found in their household and the benefits and dangers of each. D. Laboratory reports Example: Students write a structured report with the results of their work with a partner on the time it takes for them to see the lights turn on in a car to the time it takes to hear the cars horn when the car and the subject are at least 500 meters apart. E. Critical Analysis of course relevant topics that appear in the media. Example: Students are required to read two science-based (not popular media) articles on both sides of the climate change discussion and present a cogent synopsis, including the strengths and weaknesses of each paper.

  27. METHODS OF EVALUATION: Assessment of student performance may include but is not limited to

    A. Exams and Quizzes evaluate the students’ ability to
    apply techniques taught in class and apply these techniques in problem
    solving. Example: The first midterm exam requires students to
    conceptually solve equations relating to the motion of an object under the
    influence of gravity and air resistance.

    B. Regular homework assignments reinforce material learned in class and
    evaluate the student’s ability to learn outside the classroom. Example:
    A homework assignment covers the conceptual analysis of electric current in
    the household

    C. Participation in Problem Solving evaluates the student’s ability to solve
    problems in a group environment. Example: Students participate in the
    analysis of the speed of sound.

    D. Laboratory reports measuring the student’s ability to perform techniques,
    assess accuracy and precision where appropriate.
    Example: One of the laboratory experiments involves determination of the time
    it takes for an object to fall demonstrating the effect of gravity.

  28. TEXTS, READINGS, AND MATERIALS: Instructional materials may include but are not limited to

    Textbooks
    Hewitt, P. G. Suchocki, J., & Hewitt, L. A. . (2012) Conceptual Physical Science., 5th, Addison-Wesley.
    -
    Manuals
    Hewitt, Suchocki and Hewitt. (2008-01-01 00:00:00.0) Conceptual Physical Science Lab Manual, Addison Wesely
    Periodicals
    Software
    Other
  29. METHOD OF DELIVERY:
    Online with some required face-to-face meetings (“Hybrid”);Online course with on ground testing;Face to face;
  30. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    Astronomy (Masters Required);Chemistry (Masters Required);Earth Science (Masters Required);Physical Sciences (Masters Required);

  31. APPROVALS:

    Origination Date
    09/23/2011
    Last Outline Revision
    10/14/2011
    Curriculum Committee Approval
    10/14/2011
    Board of Trustees
    11/10/2011
    State Approval
    UC Approval
    70 = Fall 2011
    UC Approval Status
    Approved
    CSU Approval
    70 = Fall 2011
    CSU Approval Status
    Approved
    IGETC Approval
    30 = Spring 2012
    IGETC Approval Status
    Proposed
    CSU GE Approval
    30 = Spring 2011
    CSU GE Approval Status
    Proposed