Syllabus

Physics 135, Introductory Physics with Calculus I

Physics 135 is a Web-based, first-year physics course for majors in mathematics, physics, computer science, and the physical sciences. It is a four-hour course.

The course uses interactive, Web-based class modules, a textbook, and a CD-ROM. All class materials except for the textbook and the accompanying workbook and CD are available on the Web. Labs are also Web based. Students enrolled in Physics 135 must use their registered password to access the assignments. An announcement and discussion forum lets students communicate with each other and with the instructor. Students are also encouraged to communicate with the instructor via e-mail.

Instructor:

Marianne Breinig (Physics)
Office: 202 Nielsen Physics Bldg.
Office Hours: MWF 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Phone: (865) 974-7842
Email: mbreinig@utk.edu

Texts:

Web-based, interactive class modules

The interactive material requires Internet Explorer 5 or higher.

Serway, Principles of Physics, 2nd edition or 3rd edition

CD-ROM and Workbook

Saunders, Core Concepts in Physics

Homework:

Homework assignments are based on the material covered in the Web-based modules. The Web-based class modules that are available at the course's Web site are divided into sub-modules. Each sub-module is associate with a homework assignment which students must submit over the Web. Assignments can be handed in up to 3 times and the highest score counts. The computer informs students of their score after each submission. If after the first submission you do not receive the full score, you are encouraged to ask questions via e-mail.

Laboratories:

Students have to complete 10 interactive, Web-based laboratories. The labs support the modules and students are encouraged to complete each lab when they complete the corresponding module. For most of the labs students need Internet Explorer on a Windows system to take data off video clips.

Exams:

There will be three proctored, Web-based exams. The exams are based on the material covered in the Web-based modules.

Grades:

Each exam is worth a maximum of 100 points. The homework assignments are worth a maximum of 100 points and the lab reports are also worth a maximum of 100 points. Extra credit points are added to your total score from tests, homework assignments, and laboratories.

450 and above	90% and above	A
435-449	87% - 89%	A-
415-434	83% - 86%	B+
400-414	80% - 82%	B
385-399	77% - 79%	B-
365-384	73% - 76%	C+
350-364	70% - 72%	C
335-349	67% - 769%	C-
315-334	63% - 66%	D+
300-314	60% - 62%	D
285-299	57% - 59%	D-

Note: The University of Tennessee changed the grading scale to include minus grades.

Announcements:

For special announcements check the "Announcements" regularly.