A. Error and Uncertainty
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B. Data Analysis in Logger Pro
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C. Video Analysis in Logger Pro
- Module Learning Objectives
- Video
- Online Home Work
1. Math Review
- Trigonometry
- Trigonometry
- Notes (Print and Fill these in as you watch the videos)
- First Video
- Second Video
- Khan Academy Trigonometry & Precalculus
- Trigonometry in Physics Video
- Trigonometry in Physics Video 2
- Unit Circle & Algebra Video Part 1
- Unit Circle & Algebra Video Part 2
- Unit Circle & Trig Video Part 1
- Unit Circle & Trig Video Part 2
- Trigonometry
- Infinite Series
- Complex Numbers
- Binomial Expansion
- Used Math by Clifford Schwartz
- Schaum’s Outline: Mathematics for Physics Students by Rovert Steiner and Phillip Schmidt
- Online Home Work
2. Units
3. Vectors
- Vector Notes
- Introduction to Vectors & Scalars Part 1 ( pg 45 – 53)
- Introduction to Vectors & Scalars Part1B (pg 45-53)
- Introduction to Vectors Part 2 (pg 45 – 53)
- Graphical Vector Addition (pg 45 – 53)
- Multiplying a Vector in Polar Form by a Scalar (pg 45 – 53)
- Adding Vectors by Components (pg 45 – 53)
- Multiplying a Vector in Cartesian Form by a Scalar (pg 45-53)
- Converting a Vector Into Cartesian Representation (pg 45 – 53)
- Converting a Vector to Polar Representation (pg 45 – 53)
- The Zero Vector (pg 45-53)
- Vector Notes on Dot Product
- Vector Multiplication: Scalar (Dot) Product Part 1(pg 45 – 53)
- Vector Multiplication: Scalar (Dot) Product Part 2(pg 45 – 53)
- Vector Multiplication: Scalar (Dot) Product Part 3 (pg 45-53)
- Online Home Work
- MIT Vectors
- Mechanical Universe Vectors
4. One Dimensional Motion
- Printable Reference Notes
- General Definitions (pg 20 – 25)
- Motion Graphs (pg 36 – 37)
- Constant Acceleration (pg 26 – 35)
- Printable Acceleration Time Graph For Constant Acceleration
- Printable Velocity Time Graph For Constant Acceleration
- Constant Acceleration (Kinematic Equations) Part 1 (pg 26-35)
- Constant Acceleration (Kinematic Equations) Part 2 (pg 26 – 35)
- Problem 1 (pg 26-35)
- Problem 2 (pg 26-35)
- Online Home Work
- Free Fall (pg 31 – 35)
- Khan Academy One Dimensional Motion
- MIT Introduction to Kinematics
- Mechanical Universe Law of Falling Bodies
- Free Fall Videos (Part 1)
- Giancoli’s Textbook Site
5. Multi-Dimensional Motion
In this module, we will expand our study of Kinematics to multi-dimensional motion. While we could make a linear motion problem that we have studied previously into a multi-dimensional motion problem by rotating our coordinate axis so that the object doesn’t move along any of the coordinate axes, this is not usually done by physicists as it makes the math harder.
Motion along a curved path with our present level of math skills requires us to deal with multi-dimensional motion. We will deal in detail with two special cases: projectile motion and circular motion.
For those students who decide to go on to more advanced study at a university, you will discover in your advanced physics and math courses that there are additional coordinate systems (curvilinear coordinates) besides just polar coordinates that can simplify more complicated curved motion into simpler one dimensional or multidimensional problems.
- Printable Outline Notes on Projectile Motion
- Printable Outline Notes on Circular Motion
- Projectile Motion Part 1 (pg 54 – 62)
- Projectile Motion Part 2 (pg 54 – 62)
- Circular Motion Part 1 (pg 106-115)
- Circular Motion Part 2 (pg 106-115)
- Circular Motion Part 3 – Total Acceleration (pg 106-116)
- Circular Motion Part 4 – Uniform Circular Motion (pg 106 – 109)
- Projectile Problem 4 Part A
- Online Home Work
- Khan Academy Two Dimensional Motion
- MIT Projectile Motion
- MIT Uniform Circular Motion
- Mechanical Universe “Moving in Circles”
6. Galilean Transformations
7. Newton’s Laws
- Printable Outline Notes for Newton’s Laws(pdf)
- Printable Outline Notes for incline Planes, Pulleys, etc (pdf)
- Printable Outline Notes for Friction (pdf)
- Newton 1st Law (pg 45 – 53) – Video
- Forces Part 1 – Video
- Forces Part 2 (WANTf) – Video
- How To Draw A Free Body Diagram Part 1 – Video
- How To Draw A Free Body Diagram Part 2 – Video
- Newton’s 2nd Law – Video
- Newton’s 3rd Law – Video
- Incline Plane Problems (pg 94-95) Part 1 – Video
- Incline Plane Problems (pg 94-95) Part 2 – Video
- String Problems Part 1 – Video
- String Problems Part 2 – Video
- Pulley Problems Part 1- Video
- Pulley Problems Part 2 – Video
- Pulley Problem Part 3 – Video
- Static Friction Part 1 (pg 90-95) – Video
- Static Friction Part 2 (pg 90-95) – Video
- Sliding Friction – Video
- Central Force Problems – Video
- Friction Force Experiment – Video Analysis
- Determining The Coefficient of Static Friction Experiment – Video Analysis
- Force Problem 1
- Force Problem 2
- Static Friction Problem 1
- Kinetic Sliding Friction Problem 1
- Two Sliding Block Friction Problem (Part 1)
- Two Sliding Block Friction Problem (Part 2)
- More Advanced Inclined Plane Friction Problem (Part 1)
- More Advanced Inclined Plane Friction Problem (Part 2)
- Central Force Example 1 (Part 1)
- Central Force Example 1 (Part 2)
- Roller Coaster Problem (Part 1)
- Roller Coaster Problem (Part 2)
- Barrel of Fun
- MIT Newton’s First and Second Laws
- MIT Weight, Perceived Gravity
- MIT Frictional Forces
- Mechanical Universe Newton’s Laws
- Mechanical Universe Fundamental Forces
- Khan Academy Physics
- MCAT Physics Videos
- North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics – Friction
- Drawing Free Body Diagrams – Cornel Physics 1101
- Engineering Dynamics Pulley Problem Part 1
- Engineering Dynamics Pulley Problem Part 2
- Online Home Work
8. Work and Energy
In this module, we will examine two of the most important concepts in physics, Work & Kinetic Energy. These two concepts are linked by the Work-Energy Theorem which connects our previous work on Newton’s Laws to an even more general and powerful solution technique for solving physics problems called Energy Analysis. Prior to starting this module, you will need to review the math that we will be using which is called the Dot Product. This material is in the Vector Module.
- Printable Outline Notes on Work (pdf)
- Why Do We Need The Concept of “Work”?
- Formal Definition of Work
- Calculating Work For Constant Forces
- Calculating Work Over A Changing Path:Part 1
- Calculating Work Over A Changing Path:Part 2
- Calculating Work Over A Changing Path:Part 3
- Hooke’s Law and Work by variable Forces
- Printable Outline Notes on Energy
- Energy Definitions
- Work-Energy Theorem (Central Concept)
- Conservation of Mechanical Energy
- Conservation of Mechanical Energy Example 1
- Energy Analysis With Word by Non-Conservative Forces
- Khan Academy Work & Energy
- MIT Conservation of Energy
- MIT Energy
- Mechanical Universe “Conservation of Energy & Potential Energy Videos”
- Giancoli Textbook Website
9. Linear Momentum
In this module, we will examine the concept of linear momentum and its connection to forces. Linear momentum is an extremely useful concept both because of its importance in understanding how the Universe works and in solving collision problems.
- Printable Outline Notes on Linear Momentum
- Definition of Linear Momentum
- New & Improve Newton II
- Impulse
- Conservation of Linear Momentum
- Elastic and Inelastic Collision
- Ballistic Pendulum Part 1
- Ballistic Pendulum Part 2
- Elastic Collision Problem Part 1
- Elastic Collision Problem Part 2
- Khan Academy Linear Momentum
- MIT Linear Momentum
- Mechanical Universe “Linear Momentum”
- Superhero Physics (Spiderman and Impulse)
- Another Ballistic Pendulum
- Giancoli Textbook Website
10. Center of Mass
The center-of-mass is the location in space that obeys Newton’s Laws for the motion of an extended object. It is extremely important when analyzing the motion or stability of real-world objects like the human body or a bridge. It also plays an important roll in doing energy analysis of objects that undergo general motion (both rotation and translation).
- Printable Outline Notes on Center-of-Mass
- Definition of the Center of Mass
- Finding the Center of Mass for More Complicated Objects
- Analyzing Motion of Systems Using the Center of Mass
- Dog on Boat Example
- Dog on Boat Example
- Khan Academy Center of Mass
- MIT Linear Momentum
- Mechanical Universe “Linear Momentum”
- Giancoli Textbook Website
11. Rotation
- Printable Outline Notes on Rotation
- Angular Position
- Angular Velocity
- Angular Acceleration
- Relationship Between Linear and Rotation Variable (Big Board)
- Extra Problems – Pdf
- Rotation Graph Problem 1 – Video
- Rotational Kinematics Problem – Video
- Khan Academy Rotation
- MIT Rotational Motion
- Mechanical Universe “Torque”
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
12. Rotational Dynamic
- Printable Outline Notes on Torque
- Definition of Torque Part 1
- Definition of Torque Part 2
- Printable Outline Notes of Moment of Inertia
- Definition of Moment of Inertia
- Moment of Inertia for Particles
- Moment of Inertia for Certain Uniform Objects & Parallel Axis Theorem
- Printable Outline Notes for Newton’s 2nd Law for Rotation
- Newton’s 2nd Law for Rotation Part 1
- Newton’s 2nd Law for Rotation Part 2
- Attwood Machine Problem
- Attwood Machine Part 1
- Attwood Machine Part 2
- Newton II Problem For Pulley With Mass
- Newton II Problem For Pulley With Mass
- Hoop YoYo Problem
- Hoop YoYo Problem
13. Angular Momentum
14. Rolling Without Slipping
- Rolling Without Slipping Notes
- Chassel’s Theorem & General Motion Notes
- Energy Analysis of Rolling Problems Notes
- Rolling Without Slipping
- Chassel’s Theorem & General Motion
- Energy Analysis of Rolling Problems
- Day at the Races (Solution)
- Day at the Races Demonstration
- Rotational Kinetic Energy Problem
- Rotational Kinetic Energy Problem
- Hoop Rolling On An Incline
- Hoop Rolling On An Incline
- Hoop YoYo Analyzed Using Energy
- Hoop YoYo Analyzed Using Energy
15. Statics
16. Fluids
- Pressure
- Pressure
- Density
- Density
- Pascal’s Law (Pressure At A Depth)
- Pascal’s Law (Pressure At A Depth)
- Pascal’s Principle
- Pascal’s Principle
- Archimedes’ Principle
- Archimedes Principle
- Ideal Fluid & Streamlines
- Ideal Fluid & Streamlines
- Continuity Equation
- Continuity Equation
- Bernoulli’s Principle
- Bernoulli’s Principle
- Bernoulli’s Applications
- Class & Extra Problems
- Fluid Example 1
- Fluid Example 2
- Fluid Example 3
- Fluid Example 4
- Class & Extra Problems 2
- Fluid Example 5
- Fluid Example 6
- Fluid Example 7
- Demonstration & Discussion of Archimedes’ Principle
- Demonstration & Discussion of Buoyant Force and Density
- Bed of Nails Demonstration
- Egg in a Bottle Demonstration
17. Oscillations
- Simple Harmonic Oscillation
- Simple Harmonic Oscillator
- Spring-Mass
- Spring-Mass Part 1
- Spring-Mass Part 2
- Simple Pendulum
- Simple Pendulum
- Complex Numbers
- Complex Numbers Part 1
- Complex Numbers Part 2
- Complex Numbers Part 3
- Simple Harmonic Oscillator Examples
- Simple Pendulum Example
- Bar Pendulum Example
18. Waves
- Waves Definition & Terminology
- Waves Definition & Terminology Part 1
- Waves Definitions & Terminology Part 2
- Waves Definitions & Terminology Part 3
- Properties of Waves
- Reflection
- Refraction
- Diffraction
- Interference
- Speed of a Wave
- Wave Energy, Power, and Intensity
- Standing Waves
- Khan Academy Lesson On “Waves”
- MIT Waves – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe Waves Video 18
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
- Nice Video on Longitudinal & Transverse Waves6. Physics of Acoustic Guitar
- The Physics Classroom – Musical Instruments
19. Sound
- Sound Wave Properties & Terminology
- Doppler Shift Notes
- Speed of Sound, Loudness & Intensity
- Relationship Between Pitch and Frequency
- Air Pipe Instruments
- Sound Quality, Beats, etc.
- Doppler Shift
- Doppler Shift
- MIT Waves – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe Waves Video 18
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
20. Thermodynamics I
- Temperature Notes
- Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics Notes
- Thermodynamics I Notes
- Temperature – Video
- Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics – Video
- Thermodynamics I (Internal Energy, Average Energy Per Molecule, Temperature)
- Heat
- Khan Academy Lesson On “Thermodynamics”
- MIT Thermal Expansion – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe (Temperature & Gas Laws) Video 45
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
21. Thermodynamics II
22. Thermodynamics III
23. Thermodynamics
- Thermodynamics IV – Pdf
- Work and P-V Diagrams
- First Law of Thermodynamics
- Heat Engines
- Second Law of Thermodynamics
- Coin Entropy Spreadsheet
24. Electric Force
- Charge Notes – Pdf
- Properties of Charge & Conductors
- Coulomb’s Law
- Conduction & Induction
- Comparison of Electric and Gravitational Forces
- Coulomb’s Law Example 1
- Coulomb‘s Law Example 2
- MIT Electric Fields – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe (Static Electricity) Video 28
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
25. Electric Field
- Electric Field Notes – Pdf
- Gauss’ Law Notes – Pdf
- Electric Field Definition
- Electric Field For A Point Charge
- Electric Field For Multiple Point Charges
- Drawing Electric Field Lines
- Electric Flux Part 1
- Electric Flux Part 2
- Gauss’ Law Part 1
- Gauss’ Law Part 2
- Electric Fields and Conductors
- MIT Electric Fields – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe (Static Electricity) Video 28
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
26. Electric Potential
- Electric Field Notes
- Work and the Electric Force
- Electric Potential Energy
- Definition of Electric Potential
- Going Between Electrical Potential & Electric Field
- Electrical Potential For Point Charges
- MIT Electric Fields – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe (Static Electricity) Video 28
- Ginacoli Textbook Website
27. Capacitance
- Capacitance Notes – Pdf
- Definition of Capacitance
- Charging a Capacitor
- Parallel Plate Capacitor (Special Case)
- Energy Stored in a Capacitor
- Definition of Parallel Circuits
- Definition of Series Circuits
- Capacitors in Series & Parallel
- Capacitor Circuit Example#1
- Capacitor Circuit Example #2
- Capacitor Circuit Example #3
- 1. MIT Electric Fields – More Advanced Material
- 2. Mechanical Universe (Static Electricity) Video 28
- 3. Ginacoli Textbook Website
28. Current and Resistance
- Current & Resistance Notes – Pdf
- Resistors & Batteries Notes – Pdf
- Current
- Model For Microscopic Charge Flow
- Ohm’s Law & Resistors
- Resistivity & Conductivity
- Electrical Power
- Combining Resistors in Parallel & Series
- Voltage and Corrent Divider Circuits
- Definition of Short Circuit and Open Circuit
- Battery and Internal Resistance
- Khan Academy Lesson On “Electricity & Magnetism”
- MIT Electric Fields – More Advanced Material
- Mechanical Universe (Static Electricity) Video 28
- Ginacoli Textbook Website