Laboratory Physics (Phys
223)
Instructor: Carl Jensen
E-mail: crjensen@olemiss.edu
Office Hours: Mon. 4-5
Fri. 12-1:00
Required: General Physics Laboratory Manual,
Composition Notebook, Giancoli "Physics," 5th Ed.
ATTENDANCE is required.
A grade of zero is given for each lab missed. In case of illness or
unavoidable absence, contact Beth Roberts, Room 202, as soon as possible.
Preparation: Read
over lab procedures and understand necessary calculations before class. Complete pre-labs. For extra information about the lab you
may refer to the following web addresses:
http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/physics_and_astronomy/
or
http://www.phy.olemiss.edu/~crjensen
PRE-LAB (10 pt.)
Due at the beginning of class.
This is an individual, not team, effort. Duplication will result in a grade of zero for all
participants. The average Pre-Lab
grade will count as 2 report grades.
LAB REPORT - (10
pt.) Due at the beginning of each
class. You must write an individual report.
The grade for a duplicate report is zero for each person involved. The required format is attached. All reports must be typed,
double-spaced, 12 font. All
equations may be neatly hand written.
Grading: General:
Format, grammar, spelling, concise communication of concepts and theory, proper
use of terminology. As the
questions at the end of each experiment are fundamental to the concepts of that
experiment, they are worth 1 point each.
FINAL EXAM -
Comprehensive practical exam. You
must know how to set up and perform each experiment on your own, as well as
verify your ability to properly use the equipment. An equation sheet will be provided.
GRADING - I use a 10-pt.
scale. 9.0 A; 8.0 B; 7.0 C; 6.0
D; <6.0 F
Lab reports: 80%, Lab Participation/Lab Notebook:
5%, Final exam: 15%
This syllabus is subject to
revision by me as necessary.