A.1 Exhibit
prerequisite math skills: (exponential, right-triangle trigonometry, math
conversions, basic geometry, linear equations, systems of equations, basic
calculator skills, word problems)
A.2 Communicate
and follow written instructions
A.3 State
units of measure as fundamental quantities and list units in SI and English
systems
A.4 Solve
problems using unit conversion
B. PROBLEM
SOLVING
B.1 Define the problem
B.2 Generate and weigh alternative solutions
B.3 Implement chosen solution
B.4 Evaluate results
C. LABORATORY
SKILLS
C.1 Perform and write up experiments, using given report format,
explaining cause/effect relationships and accuracy
C.2 Operate and read measuring devices used in laboratory
C.3 Observe and record measurable quantities
C.4 Calculate non-measurable quantities
C.5 Demonstrate ability to work safely in lab environment,
individually and in groups
D.1 Define and give examples of a vector
quantity and a scalar quantity
D.2 Find the resultant of two or more vectors
using analytical and graphical methods
E.1 Demonstrate an understanding of terms related to linear
kinematics and apply to solution of problems
E.2 Solve problems involving time, distance, average velocity, and
acceleration with and without gravitational fields
F.
KINETICS
F.1 State and apply Newton's first, second,
and third laws of motion
F.2 Define force and give units
F.3 Define and give examples of proper use of
mass and weight
F.4 Draw a free-body diagram for objects in
motion
F.5 Solve problems using kinetic and static
friction
G. STATICS
G.1 Define and apply torque/movement
G.2 State and demonstrate an understanding of
conditions for linear/rotational equilibrium
G.3 Draw free-body diagrams for objects in linear/rotational equilibrium
and apply to solution of problems
H. LINEAR DYNAMICS
H.1 Define terms related to linear dynamics and apply to the solution of problems, using appropriate units
H.2 Discuss and apply knowledge of the principle of conservation
of energy
H.3 State the law of conservation of linear momentum and solve
related problems
I. ROTATIONAL KINEMATICS
I.1 Define terms related to rotational kinematics and apply to
the solution of problems, using appropriate units
I.2 Draw analogies relating angular motion to linear motion
I.3 Describe and apply the relationship between force and
displacement (Hooke's law)
I.4 Discuss simple harmonic motion in terms of conservation of
energy
I.5 Derive the position, velocity, and acceleration for simple
harmonic motion, using the reference circle
I.6 Give examples for damped and undamped harmonic motion
J. ROTATIONAL DYNAMICS
J.1 Define terms related to rotational dynamics and apply to the
solution of problems using appropriate units
J.2 Define moment of inertia of a body and relate to its linear
analog
J.3 State and apply the rotational analog of Newton's second law
J.4 State and apply the law of conservation of angular momentum
K.
WAVE MOTION
K.1 Define, relate and apply frequency, period, wavelength,
amplitude, wave velocity and give appropriate units for wave motion
K.2 Differentiate between transverse and longitudinal wave motion
K.3 Demonstrate an understanding of wave combination, using
supposition principle
K.4 Demonstrate an understanding of the propagation of sound
L.
HEAT ENERGY
L.1 Demonstrate an understanding of terms, units and concepts
related to simple thermodynamic processes
L.2 Demonstrate an understanding of specific and latent heats and
apply to solution of problems
M.
THERMAL PROPERTIES OF MATTER
M.1 State and apply formulas for thermal
expansion
M.2 State and apply the ideal gas law to the
solution of problems
M.3 Define heat transfer by conduction,
convection, radiation and solve related problems
N.
THERMODYNAMICS
N.1 State the law of thermodynamics and apply
to the solution of problems
N.2 Define and apply thermodynamic processes
and Carnot cycle
O.
ELECTROSTATICS
O.1 Identify structure of an atom
O.2 Demonstrate an understanding of electric
charge and define its units
O.3 State and apply Coulomb's law
O.4 Demonstrate knowledge of electric field
and apply to physical problems
P.
ELECTRICITY/DC CIRCUITS
P.1 Define electrical terms and appropriate
units and show relationship via Ohm's law
P.2 Apply Ohm's law
P.3 State and apply Kirchhoff's law
P.4 Write and apply equations for a circuit containing resistors
connected in series and parallel
P.5 Determine nature and application of capacitors
Q.
MAGNETISM
Q.1 Define terms relating to magnetism
Q.2 State and apply equations relating to
magnetism and derive appropriate units
R.
ELECTROMAGNETISM/AC CIRCUITS
R.1 Define electrical terms germane to AC
circuits
R.2 State and apply Faraday's law and Lenz's
law
R.3 Explain the operation of inductors,
transformers, solenoids, generators and motors
R.4 State and apply equations for a series AC
circuit, including appropriate units
R.5 Describe properties of electromagnetic
waves
S.
OPTICS
S.1 Discuss the dual behavior of light
S.2 Demonstrate an understanding of
reflection and refraction of light
S.3 Define optical terms and utilize mathematical and graphical
techniques for mirrors and lenses
T.
MODERN PHYSICS
T.1 Identify current topics related to physics; e.g., laser,
plasma technology, quantum mechanics
T.2 Discuss principles of solid state technology
DACUM PANEL PARTICIPANTS
OCCUPATIONAL PANELISTS:
Jesse Krech, Senior Tool
Engineer, Duracell, Lancaster, SC
Mark McDonald, Product Specialist,
Carolina Fluid Components, Charlotte, NC
Bruce Randall, Electronic
Engineer, Process Systems, Charlotte, NC
Dick Schneider, Manager,
Current Product Engineering, Joslyn Clark Controls, Lancaster, SC
FACULTY COMMITTEE:
Joe Avampato, Department Manager,
Electronics Engineering Technology, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
Ed Braun, Chairman,
Department of Engineering Technology, University of North Carolina at
Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Frank Caldwell, Department
Manger, Mathematics and Sciences, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
Linda Knight, Department
Manager, College Transfer, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
David LeGrande, Department
Manager, Civil Engineering and Graphics Technology, York Technical College,
Rock Hill, SC
Margaret Ruiz, Physics
Instructor, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
Herman Yawn, Department
Manager, Mechanical Engineering Technology, York Technical College, Rock Hill,
SC
FACILITATOR
Louise C. Rhyne, Dean of
Learning Resources, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
RECORDER
Sylvia L. LaValle, CPS,
Administrative Specialist, York Technical College, Rock Hill, SC
DATE/LOCATION:
March 5, 1991
York Technical
College
452 S. Anderson
Road
Rock Hill, SC
29730