Physics for the Life Sciences I (105)

In this class, we will learn principles of mechanics and thermodynamics. We will apply these principles to physical systems (biological examples when possible), and in so doing learn how to calculate results and solve problems related to mechanics and thermodynamics.

This website gives the syllabus and general reminders. Specific handouts, pre-test equation sheets, solutions, etc are distributed via the class e-mail list. If you do not get the "test" e-mail, please contact me.

Instructor: Sarah Yost, PENGL113

Class Hours:
2-4-6
173 PENGL, 9:40-10:50

Office Hours:

Before / after class: 2-4-6 9:00-9:30 and 11:00-11:45, or just drop by; I'm almost always in

Note: I teach on days 1-3-5: 11:20-12:30 all semester 08:00-09:10 CD
I supervise labs day 3: 1-5 PM and can be found in rooms 102, 106 PENGL

Syllabus

This file contains the course topic breakdown / reading list, as well as the quiz and test dates.

Handouts

Check for equation sheets, etc, here.

Grading

Quizzes, tests, and "special" homework can earn partial credit, following these rules

Homework

Homework is done through Webassign.

We are class key csbsju 6121 1500

Solutions

Webassign will tell you if a question is correct. keep track of your submissions: I've set it to give you 20. Before you run out, come see me about the problem.

Other solution resources (for quizzes and tests) will also be e-mailed to the class list, as PDF files.

Assessments

Homework = 11%
7 Quizzes = 4%
In-Class exercises = 3%
Lab = 22%,
4 Tests = 40% (lowest score dropped)
Final Exam = 20%

Please see the course schedule in the syllabus

Anticipated Grade Scale: 

Grade	Percentage		
A	93-100	
AB	86-92	
B	80-85	
BC	73-79	
C	67-72
CD	56-66
D	50-55
F	< 50