1. Professor Brian Tonner
Physics 2053C Section 3
Professor Brian Tonner

2. Why am I here? Because it’s part of my major….
Because it’s the last class I need to graduate….
Because I’m a masochist……
Because…..

3. Physics is Phun! This is the “World Year of Physics”
We’re celebrating the Einstein Centennial
Einstein said: “Never memorize anything you can look up.”

4. Important things about this class
WebAssign (
--see me if you did not receive a WebAssign
--try out on the web in-class if network is working
Class web page
Structure of Class
Two classes per week--introduce concepts, then work problems and applications
Homework is done from Thursday to Monday morning
Stay up-to-date!

5. TIPS FOR DOING WELL IN THIS COURSE:
Check the web site (photon.physics.ucf.edu) for class notes.
Check WebAssign often for updates, announcements, and due dates.
Use the WebAssign Forum (chat room) when you work on your assignments
Attend class. The demonstrations will help you remember key concepts.
Attend class. Class time is used primarily for showing how to solve problems.
You must read the text. The text is your first place for learning the new concepts.
Take all of the exams.
Attend and complete all of the laboratories.
IT ALL ADDS UP!

6. How did others do? Class grades for labs are high if you do them!
Class grades for homework are high if you attempt them!
Class grades on exams are good if you attend class and do the homework!

7. Chapter 1 Major Concepts
General definition of physics
Physics is the description of natural phenomena with mathematical precision.
Systems of units
Length
Time
Mass
Dimensional analysis
Significant figures
Unit conversions
Estimating orders of magnitude
Problem Solving Strategies
TRY GOOGLE FOR UNITS AND CONVERSIONS!