This document provides information on a General Physics course offered at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Ragay Branch. The 4-unit course has no prerequisites and covers topics in classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and thermal physics. Over 17 weeks, students will learn concepts and skills in areas like measurement, motion, vectors, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, and more. Assessment methods include homework assignments, exams, skills exercises, and class participation. The goal is for students to gain knowledge of core physics topics and be able to apply, analyze, and communicate their understanding both orally and in writing.

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Republic of the Philippines
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
RAGAY BRANCH
Ragay, Camarines Sur
COURSE TITLE General Physics
COURSE CODE PHYS 04BC
CREDIT UNITS 4 units
COURSE PREREQUISITE none
COURSE DESCRIPTION Physics is a quantitative science that uses experimentation and measurement to advance our understanding of the world around us. Many people are
afraid of physics because it relies heavily on mathematics, but don’t let this deter you. Most physics concepts are expressed equally well in plain English and in
equations. In fact, mathematics is simply an alternative short-hand language that allows us to easily describe and predict the behavior of the natural world.
Much of this course involves learning how to translate from English to equations and back again and to use those equations to develop new information.
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES PROGRAM OUTCOMES COURSE OUTCOMES
1. Creative and Critical Thinking
Graduates use their imaginative as well as rational
thinking abilities to life situations in order to push
boundaries, realize possibilities, and deepen their
interdisciplinary and general understanding of the world.
2. Effective Communication
Graduates are proficient in the four macro skills in
communication (reading, writing, listening, and
speaking) and are able to use these skills in solving
problems, making decisions, and articulating thoughts
when engaging with people in various circumstances.
3. Strong Service Orientation
Graduates exemplify the potentialities of an efficient,
well-rounded and responsible professional deeply
committed to service excellence.
4. Community Engagement
Graduates take an active role in the promotion and
fulfillment of various advocacies (educational, social
and environmental) for the advancement of community
welfare.
5. Adeptness in the Responsible Use of Technology
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Articulate and discuss the latest developments in
the field of mathematics
• Work effectively and independently in multi-
disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
• Appraised ethical problems/ issues in the area of
mathematics and recommend appropriate course
• Demonstrate working knowledge in the area of
mathematics
• Employ technology in the field of mathematics
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to:
• Students gain knowledge and skill in Physics;
• Apply the knowledge and perform various experiments based
on the knowledge of physics;
• Analyze Newtonian mechanics, Dynamics of rigid body,
various properties of matter like elasticity, viscosity, surface tension;
• Understands the oscillatory motion, special theory of relativity,
electrostatics, magneto-statics, thermodynamics and light phenomenon
like interference of light, diffraction, polarization their role in various
technological instrumentations;
• Understand the failure of classical physics in some modern
experiments and development of quantum mechanics;
• Gain knowledge of crystal structures, radio activity, nuclear
physics and classical and quantum statistics; and

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Graduates demonstrate optimized use of digital learning
abilities including technical and numerical skills.
6. Passion to Lifelong Learning
Graduates are enabled to perform and function in the
society by taking responsibility in their quest to know
more about the word through lifelong learning.
7. High Level of Leadership and Organizational Skills
Graduates are developed to become the best
professionals in their respective disciplines by
manifesting the appropriate skills and leadership
qualities.
8. Sense of Personal and Professional Ethics
Graduates show desirable attitudes and behavior either
in their personal and professional circumstances.
9. Sense of National and Global Responsiveness
Graduate’s deep sense of national compliments the need
to live in a global village where one’s culture and other
people culture are respected.
• Understand the role of semiconductor devices in electronic,
digital and computer industry.
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COURSE PLAN
WEEK TOPIC LEARNING OUTCOMES METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
Week 1 and 2
1. The tools of physics
1.1 Scientific method
1.2 Measurement
1.3 Unit conversion
1.4 Dimensional analysis
1.5 Significant figures 5
1.6 Coordinate systems
1.7 Trigonometry
Students will demonstrate
proficiency in mathematics and the
mathematical concepts needed for a
proper understanding of physics.
• Student self-assessment
and reflection
• Assignments
Skills exercises
Books
Mathematical
Problems
Written: Homework assignments,
Examinations
Verbal:
Exercises and discussion
Week 3, 4 and
5
2. Motion in one dimension
2.1 Displacement
2.2 Velocity
2.2.1 Graphical interpretation of
velocity
2.2.2 Instantaneous velocity
2.3 Acceleration
2.3.1 Instantaneous acceleration
2.4 1-D motion with constant
acceleration
Students will demonstrate
knowledge of classical mechanics,
electromagnetism, quantum
mechanics, and thermal physics,
and be able to apply this
knowledge to analyze a variety of
physical phenomena
• Student self-assessment
and reflection
• Assignments
Skills exercises
Books
Mathematical
Problems
Written: Homework assignments,
Examinations
Verbal:
Exercises and discussion

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Week 6. 7, 8
and 9
3 Vectors and Two-Dimensional
Motion
3.1 Vector properties
3.1.1 Displacement, velocity and
acceleration in two dimensions
3.2 Motion in two dimensions
Students will demonstrate
knowledge of classical mechanics,
electromagnetism, quantum
mechanics, and thermal physics, and
be able to apply this knowledge to
analyze a variety of physical
phenomena
• Student self-assessment
and reflection
• Assignments
Skills exercises
Books
Mathematical
Problems
Written: Homework assignments,
Examinations
Verbal:
Exercises and discussion
Week 10, 11,
12, and 13
4. Laws of motion
4.1 Newton’s first law
4.2 Newton’s second law
4.2.1 Weight
4.3 Newton’s third law
4.4 Friction
Students will show that they have
learned laboratory skills, enabling
them to take measurements in a
physics laboratory and analyze the
measurements to draw valid
conclusions.
• Student self-assessment
and reflection
• Assignments
Skills exercises
Books
Mathematical
Problems
Written: Homework assignments,
Examinations
Verbal:
Exercises and discussion
Week 14, 15,
16 and 17
5. Work and Energy
5.1 Work
5.2 Kinetic energy
5.2.1 Conservative and
nonconcervative forces
5.3 Gravitational potential energy
5.4 Spring potential energy
5.4.1 Power
Students will be capable of oral and
written scientific communication,
and will prove that they can think
critically and work independently
• Student self-assessment
and reflection
• Assignments
Skills exercises
Books
Mathematical
Problems
Written: Homework assignments,
Examinations
Verbal:
Exercises and discussion
Week 18 FINAL EXAMINATION
SUGGESTED READINGS AND REFERENCES
Brown, B. Prim's Algorithm: Minimal Spanning Tree.
COURSE GRADING SYSTEM
COURSE GRADING SYSTEM
Class Standing 70%
Quizzes 70%
Assignments, Recitations, Seatwork 10%
Attendance 10%
Practice Set 10%
Departmental Examinations 30%
Total 100%
(Mid-term Grade + Second Grading Grade)/2 = Final Grade

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CLASSROOM POLICY
• Be responsible and disciplined
• Attend to class on time
• Come to class prepared
• Avoid any forms of distractions
CONSULTATION TIME
• Saturday, 7:30-10:30am, 10:30-11:30 am
Prepared by: Reviewed by: Recommending Approval:
ENGR. NELSON T. EUSEBIO, JR. MARY KRIS S. LAVADIA, MA English Assoc. Prof. HONORATO I. CABRERA, JR.
Faculty Member, PUP Ragay Branch Head, Academic Program Office, PUP Ragay Branch Branch Director, PUP Ragay Branch