FALL SEMESTER
Physics 072-010 “Advanced Topics in First Semester Physics”
Mission statement: “Since we’ve just learned about how to analyze <this particular introductory physics topic>, what’s the next cool thing that we could talk about if we had enough time?”
This is a one-credit online course designed for students with a particular interest in physics. Students will work through a set of online learning modules on topics that are enhanced or advanced relative to Lehigh University’s standard Physics 011 “Introductory Physics I” mechanics and thermodynamics sequence. The schedule will track along with Physics 011, so this course is suitable for both students who are enrolled in Physics 011 and those with prior transfer credit or AP credit. Typical topics include special relativity, center of mass frame, stability, distributed forces, coupled oscillators, and orbital mechanics. Students will complete homework assignments on each topic AND provide feedback to assess the modules from the perspective of Physics Education Research. A short individual final project requires students to improve an existing learning module or design a learning module on a new topic. Mostly online, with some written assignments. Limited enrollment – preference will be given to students interested in Physics as a major or minor academic concentration. If you have any questions, please email me at JCL3@Lehigh.edu.
Prof. Jerome Licini, JCL3@Lehigh.edu, Lewis Lab room 408, x8-5137
Physics 072-010 (1 credit) for Fall 2019 has Banner CRN 44976. (Please email me to receive instructor permission to register.)
SPRING SEMESTER
Physics 072-010 “Advanced Topics in Second Semester Physics”
This is a one-credit online course designed for students with a particular interest in physics. Students will work through a set of online learning modules on topics that are enhanced or advanced relative to Lehigh University’s standard Physics 021 “Introductory Physics II” electromagnetism and optics sequence. The schedule will track along with Physics 021, so prior or simultaneous enrollment in Physics 021 or equivalent is expected. Topics will likely include special relativity, impedance matching, non-linear circuits, and antenna theory. Students will complete homework assignments on each topic AND assess the modules from the perspective of Physics Education Research. Students will also help design or improve learning modules via an individual project. Entirely online. Limited enrollment. Instructor permission required.
Prof. Jerome Licini, JCL3@Lehigh.edu, Lewis Lab room 408, x8-5137
Physics 072-010 (1 cr)