PHYS 2211 Midterm 1: Study Guide and Exam Information

PHYS 2211 Midterm 1: Study Guide and Exam Information

Exam Coverage and Topics

This midterm exam for PHYS 2211 covers foundational topics in Physics with Calculus, focusing on the concepts of motion, kinematics in one dimension, and vectors and coordinate systems. Mastery of these topics is essential for success in the course and on the exam.

• Chapter 1: Concepts of Motion (Sections 1.1–1.8)

• Chapter 2: Kinematics in One Dimension (Sections 2.1–2.6)

• Chapter 3: Vectors and Coordinate Systems (Sections 3.1–3.4)

Exam Format and Preparation

Exam Structure

• Types of Questions: Multiple-choice, short-answer, and show-your-work problems.

• Duration: 50–70 minutes (if you are well-prepared).

• Coverage: All material from the specified textbook chapters, lectures, and homework assignments.

How to Study

• Review the textbook, focusing on example problems and conceptual explanations.

• Study posted class materials and practice problems.

• Complete and review homework assignments; use online platforms for additional practice if available.

Exam Day Policies and Procedures

Before the Exam

• Store bags and turn off all electronic devices.

• Only bring necessary stationery and a calculator; do not use your own scratch paper.

• Ensure you have the correct number of exam pages; notify the proctor if not.

• Print your name on all pages; student ID is optional.

• Use your registered name for the course.

• Plan restroom breaks before the exam starts; special accommodations must be pre-approved.

During the Exam

• Follow the academic integrity policy strictly.

• No eating or drinking unless pre-approved for medical reasons.

• Keep your exam flat on the table at all times.

• Do not ask the proctor any questions about the exam content or procedures.

• Use only the blank space on the exam and the back of the equation sheet for scratch work; work on other paper will not be graded.

After the Exam

• Submit both your exam and the equation sheet when leaving the room.

Optional Re-exam Policy

• One optional re-exam is available only to those who took the original exam.

• No sign-up is required; simply attend the re-exam session if desired.

• The re-exam covers similar topics and has a similar format and difficulty.

• The re-exam score will replace the original score, regardless of which is higher.

• If you do not take the original exam, you are not eligible for the re-exam.

• Scores will be posted within five University business days after the re-exam.

Summary Table: Exam Policies and Procedures

Policy Area	Key Points
Exam Coverage	Chapters 1–3 (Concepts of Motion, 1D Kinematics, Vectors & Coordinate Systems)
Question Types	Multiple-choice, short-answer, show-your-work
Allowed Materials	Stationery, calculator (no scratch paper)
Prohibited Actions	Electronic devices, eating/drinking (unless pre-approved), asking proctor questions
Re-exam Policy	One optional re-exam; replaces original score; only for those who took the original

Additional Info: Academic Context for Covered Chapters

• Concepts of Motion: Understanding position, displacement, velocity, and acceleration; interpreting motion graphs.

• Kinematics in One Dimension: Analyzing motion with constant acceleration; using kinematic equations to solve problems.

• Vectors and Coordinate Systems: Representing physical quantities as vectors; vector addition and subtraction; resolving vectors into components; understanding coordinate systems.

For each topic, be prepared to define key terms, apply relevant equations, and solve both conceptual and quantitative problems.