PHYS 0501: Introductory Physics
Note: PHYS 0501 covers the learning outcome for ABE Advanced Level (Grade 11) as listed in the Adult Basic Education Articulation Handbook found here: https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/past-abe-guides/
This advanced-level university preparation course is equivalent to Grade 11 physics. Topics include measurement, kinematics, dynamics, heat and relativity, waves, electricity and nuclear physics.
Learning outcomes
- Use the language and concepts of physics to describe how physical processes, devices and phenomena work.
- Obtain the prerequisite body of knowledge and skills that will provide a basis for further academic and career/vocational training.
- Use scientific processes in an ethical and appropriate manner.
- Appreciate and apply the physics of everyday phenomena.
- Link physics to your own practical experience.
- Handle equipment and lab materials in a responsible and effective manner with regard to your own safety and the safety of others.
- Apply scientific concepts, recognizing their strengths and weaknesses, to broader societal issues.
- Apply mathematical skills to solve physics based problems.
- Develop critical thinking skills.
Course topics
Module 1: Measurement
Module 2: Kinematics
Module 3: Dynamics
Module 4: Heat
Module 5: Waves
Module 6: Electricity and Nuclear Physics
Required text and materials
The following materials are required for this course:
- Ostdiek, V.J. & Bord, D.J. (2018). Inquiry into physics (8th ed). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning.
Type: Textbook. ISBN: 978-1-305-95942-2 -
PHYS 0501 Lab Materials: Economy Cart, Table Clamp Pulley, Recording Timer
Assessments
Please be aware that should your course have a final exam, you are responsible for the fee to the online proctoring service, ProctorU, or to the in-person approved Testing Centre. Please contact exams@tru.ca with any questions about this.
To successfully complete this course, you must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course and 50% or higher on the mandatory Final Exam.
| Assignment 1: Measurement | 4% |
| Assignment 2: Kinematics | 10% |
| Assignment 3 Part A: Forces | 7% |
| Assignment 3 Part B: Energy and Momentum | 9% |
| Assignment 4: Heat | 8% |
| Assignment 5: Waves | 8% |
| Assignment 6 Part A: Electricity | 8% |
| Assignment 6 Part B: Nuclear Physics | 6% |
| Mandatory Final Exam | 40% |
| Total | 100% |
Open Learning Faculty Member Information
An Open Learning Faculty Member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.
