Discussions

All communications for this class should be professional in language, punctuation and spelling. You should not include abbreviations, texting, or foul language.

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Labs

Lab Handouts may be completed as an individual or a group assignment. Directions and rubrics are included below:

All Assignments:

• Handouts should be neat, with all calculations and answers shown with correct significant figures and units.
• Students should have the handouts (pre-lab question (with signature indicating it was completed on time), data section, and post-lab questions at the beginning of the lab and stapled in order).
• There is no need to include the reading or procedure sections–only the gradeable sections.
• Please read over the rubric carefully as you complete your assignment.

Group: 

• Completing the assignment as a group is optional.  Opting out of a group may be done at any time, but the individual will not be eligible for any point advantages during the semester.
• A new leader will be in charge of the assignment each week.  The group leader’s name should be listed first.  All members are expected to be a member of at least 2 labs throughout the semester.
• All students are expected to participate and look over the lab handout before it is turned in.
• Group disagreements should be settled among group members.  Complaints and/or disagreements should not be brought to the instructor as it is optional to participate in this activity.
• To promote group participation, all group members who score an average of 70% or better on cumulative quizzes will be given 10 bonus points on the cumulative quizzes and the lab final.

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Individual:  

• Completing the assignment as an individual may be done at any time, however; individuals completing the assignment will not be possible to gain the 10 point advantage on the final lab exam or cumulative quizzes.

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Formal Lab Write-Up

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