PH 213 Physics for Engineers and Scientists

Lecture Hours: 4
Credits: 4

Offers the third term of a three-term sequence of introductory calculus-based physics. Includes circuits, magnetism, and light.

Prerequisite: Placement into WR 115 (or higher), or completion of WR 090 (or higher); and completion of PH 212; and concurrent enrollment in PH 216 or compeltion of course; or consent of instructor. (All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.)
Student Learning Outcomes:

Apply mathematical and physical principles to specific problems based on topics identified in the course content.
Evaluate reliability and relevance of physical evidence gathered by self and others.
Apply mathematical and physical principles to observed, measured, and given physical data to make predictions and explain past observations.
Disseminate results of work through writing.

Statewide General Education Outcomes:

Gather, comprehend, and communicate scientific and technical information in order to explore ideas, models, and solutions and generate further questions.
Apply scientific and technical modes of inquiry, individually, and collaboratively, to critically evaluate existing or alternative explanations, solve problems, and make evidence-based decisions in an ethical manner.
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of scientific studies and critically examine the influence of scientific and technical knowledge on human society and the environment.

Content Outline
Required text for college credit: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Knight, 4th edition. (Labs are created internally brewed and available via eLearn/Chemeketa webpages)

Science
- Laboratory ethics
- Error estimation and propagation
- Hypothesis testing
DC Circuits
- Current
- Resistance and resistors
- Capacitance, capacitors, and dielectrics
- Kickoff’s Rules
Magnetism
- Magnetic fields
- Magnetic forces
- Induction and inductance
AC Circuits
- Light and Optics
- Electromagnetic waves
- Geometric optics
- Interference and diffraction