Lab Procedure Guidelines
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What is the primary purpose of pre-lab assignments?

  • To complete them directly during lab sessions.
  • To reduce the time required for experiments during lab.
  • To have them graded for participation.
  • To enhance understanding of lab experiments and improve quiz performance. (correct)

    • What is the purpose of filling out the 'Question Submission Form' before attending office hours?

  • To receive credit for participation
  • To help organize and prioritize questions (correct)
  • To provide feedback about the instructor
  • To indicate your attendance

    • What consequence is mentioned for accessing the lab quiz outside of the TA's supervision?

  • Eligibility for rescheduling the quiz.
  • Being allowed to retake the quiz at a later date.
  • A violation of academic integrity, leading to a zero for the quiz. (correct)
  • Receiving a warning from the professor.

    • Which type of question is NOT included in the IN-CLASS LAB QUIZ?

    <p>Questions concerning laboratory safety protocols. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must be met for your question to be addressed during office hours?

    <p>It must be submitted using the form before the deadline (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many questions are typically included in the quiz format described?

    <p>A diverse total of 5 questions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Prof. Jessica Arlett handle questions during her office hours?

    <p>She allows students to ask questions without a submission form (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of quiz preparation is addressed in the context of comprehension of material from previous labs?

    <p>Understanding the theoretical principles behind lab procedures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the opportunities that office hours provide to students?

    <p>To get clarification on lab report conclusion questions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are data expected to be recorded according to lab guidelines?

    <p>In a lab logbook that captures all necessary details. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a student do if they arrive late for office hours?

    <p>They must note their late arrival on the form (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is important for completing lab reports correctly?

    <p>Incorporating feedback received during lab sessions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about grading is accurate?

    <p>Both grades are calculated but the higher is used (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the quizzes taken at the start of each lab section?

    <p>Specific and varied questions about the current lab and prior content. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During office hours, which type of questions can be submitted?

    <p>Questions about past pre-lab quizzes and reports (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized about arriving on-time for office hours?

    <p>Late arrivals will not have their questions addressed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum possible point deduction for having incomplete lab checkpoints?

    <p>1 point (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the recording of data in the lab logbook?

    <p>Hand-written notes must be recorded in pen and must be legible. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a student do if they do not have the necessary technology for the lab?

    <p>Contact the instructional team to arrange accommodations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required at the end of the lab regarding student data?

    <p>Students must acquire their TA's signature before leaving. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with notes and observations during in-lab procedures?

    <p>They must be hand-written in the lab logbook. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should students handle tardiness and participation issues related to lab deductions?

    <p>They will be combined with other deductions from the conclusions score. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should data for quantitative experiments be recorded?

    <p>Clearly and organized within the lab logbook. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement regarding printed notes for lab experiments?

    <p>Notes should be printed or written ahead of time and brought to the lab. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of submitting questions on the 'Question Submission Form' before office hours?

    <p>It helps the instructional team prioritize questions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a student arrives late to office hours, what is the recommended course of action?

    <p>Fill out the form indicating their late arrival. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a student still attend office hours even if they did not fill out the question form?

    <p>To listen to answers for other students' questions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special instruction is given for office hours conducted by Prof. Jessica Arlett?

    <p>Students can arrive anytime without pre-submitting questions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the specific purposes of attending office hours?

    <p>To clarify pre-lab preparation for upcoming labs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to questions that are submitted after the deadline for the 'Question Submission Form'?

    <p>They may only be answered after all prior questions are resolved. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does filling out the 'Question Submission Form' affect the overall efficiency of office hours?

    <p>It helps eliminate redundancy in answers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are students advised to do regarding their attendance at office hours?

    <p>Arrive on-time to maximize support and clarity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the overall grade is attributed to Lab Quizzes under Grade calculation #1?

    <p>45% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grade corresponds to a percentage between 60.00% and 64.99%?

    <p>C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weight of the End-of-Quarter Exam in Grade calculation #2?

    <p>20% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must students do to prepare adequately for the End-of-Quarter Exam?

    <p>Engage fully in the labs and understand relevant analyses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What policy is in place regarding attendance at lab sections?

    <p>Missing a lab without documentation results in a score of zero. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated about past quizzes in the given policy?

    <p>Quizzes will not be released, but can be examined during office hours. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which grades is a C- awarded?

    <p>55.00% to 59.99% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required in the answers to Conclusion Questions while writing a Lab Report?

    <p>Write in complete sentences with units and explanations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following must be done to ensure legibility of raw data pages when submitting a Lab Report?

    <p>Photograph one single side per image for each raw data page (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen if a Lab Report's conclusion is submitted late?

    <p>Points will be deducted for tardiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of submitting data that a student did not personally collect?

    <p>It is considered a violation of Academic Integrity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the submission process for a Lab Report?

    <p>A .doc file must be uploaded to Canvas and a PDF to Gradescope (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What basic components are excluded from the Lab Report format described?

    <p>Abstract, introduction, and full conclusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which scenario might a student be ineligible to submit their Lab Report?

    <p>If they did not attend the lab session (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is stated about including the TA’s signature in the Lab Report submission process?

    <p>It should be visible on the last page of the report (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for a student to submit a grade appeal?

    <p>Specific details about discrepancies in the lab report (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of academic dishonesty during lab writeups?

    <p>Permanent mark on the student's transcript (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen if a student is found in violation of UCSD's health policies?

    <p>The student will receive a zero for that lab (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is academic integrity expected to be demonstrated in written work?

    <p>By ensuring all calculations are shown and written in one's own words (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a student do if their regrade request is approved?

    <p>Verify the updated score immediately on Gradescope (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following situations would NOT warrant immediate dismissal from the lab?

    <p>Using online resources during the lab (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the synchronization of changed grades from Gradescope to Canvas performed?

    <p>After the initial release and before the end of the quarter (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of violating the academic integrity policy during lab work?

    <p>Potential expulsion from the University (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of footwear is specifically required for students participating in lab activities?

    <p>Closed toe/heel shoes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is likely to result in a student being asked to leave the lab?

    <p>Engaging in horseplay (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence do students face if they leave their lab table in disarray?

    <p>The entire lab group will lose points. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the policy on late enrollment changes?

    <p>Late adds are not permitted. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which resource offers academic support to students during the quarter?

    <p>Teaching and Learning Commons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should students contact for questions regarding enrollment issues?

    <p>The Physics Department via the Virtual Advising Center (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is advised against wearing in the lab to ensure safety?

    <p>Loose long sleeves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must students do if they are waitlisted for a lab section?

    <p>Attend the lab and complete assignments by regular deadlines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Electronics Policy

    • Using personal electronics during lab is prohibited, except for measuring devices (e.g., stopwatches) with prior permission from the TA
    • After the quiz, paper copies of lab instructions and conclusion questions will be provided for taking notes in pen
    • Notes needed during experiments should be printed/written beforehand and brought to lab

    In-Lab Checkpoints

    • 3-4 checkpoints must be completed and shown to the TA at the start of each lab
    • Up to 1 point may be deducted for each incomplete checkpoint
    • Missing checkpoint deductions are combined with tardiness and lack of active participation deductions, subtracting from the conclusions score in Canvas

    Lab Logbook Guidelines

    • All notes and observations must be made in your Lab Logbook in pen
    • Experiments requiring quantitative data and calculations must be clearly recorded, including graphs and quantities calculated during the lab
    • Raw data and notes should be legible and complete, allowing for recreation and understanding of lab procedures

    Required Reading and Pre-Lab Assignments

    • Perform assigned readings and complete pre-lab assignments to understand experiments, do well on quizzes, and write appropriate lab conclusions
    • Pre-lab assignments are not graded but are essential preparation for the pre-lab quiz and lab work
    • The Lab Quiz on Canvas is an IN-LAB quiz administered at the start of lab under TA supervision

    In-Lab Procedures

    • The in-class lab quiz is taken during the first 20 minutes of each lab section
    • The quiz consists of 5 multiple choice questions:
      • 1-2 questions on the lab procedure
      • 1-2 conceptual questions regarding the lab
      • 2-4 questions on the material from the previous lab

    Office Hours

    • Office hours are held by the instructional team throughout the week, in-person and via Zoom
    • A full schedule is posted on Canvas
    • To maximize efficiency, students should fill out a Question Submission Form at least 2 hours before the start of office hours
    • Questions not submitted in advance will only be addressed after all submitted questions have been dealt with

    Office Hours Purposes

    • Get help with pre-lab preparations
    • Get clarification about conclusion questions for lab reports
    • Get help with pre-lab questions from the previous lab
    • Ask to see answers to previous pre-lab quizzes
    • Understand why marks were deducted on previous lab reports

    Grading

    • The final course grade is calculated in two ways, and the higher grade is used
    • The text does not provide details on the specific grading methods used

    Lab Report Submission

    • Lab reports are due by the start of class, one week after the lab is completed.
    • Submit a document file (.doc or .docx) via Canvas for plagiarism check and a PDF file via Gradescope for grading.
    • Include photographs of raw data pages in the lab report.
    • Ensure all images are upright, the first page contains the full names of lab partners, and the last page has the TA’s signature.

    Office Hours

    • Attend office hours to get clarification on pre-lab preparations, conclusion questions, pre-lab questions, and previous lab quizzes.
    • Submit questions to a question submission form at least two hours before office hours.
    • Office hours are not intended for direct answers to conclusion questions or grading.
    • Questions not submitted via the form will be addressed after all submitted questions are answered.

    Grading

    • Final course grade is calculated using the higher of two grading schemes:
      • 50% Lab Reports (after dropping the lowest grade)
      • 45% Lab Quizzes (after dropping the lowest grade)
      • 5% End-of-Quarter Exam
      • OR
      • 50% Lab Reports (after dropping the lowest grade)
      • 30% Lab Quizzes (after dropping the lowest grade)
      • 20% End-of-Quarter Exam
    • Grading scale: A+ ≥ 95.00%, A ≥ 90.00%, A- ≥ 85.00% , B+ ≥ 80.00%, B ≥ 75.00% , B- ≥ 70.00% , C+ ≥ 65.00% , C ≥ 60.00% , C- ≥ 55.00%, D ≥ 50.00%

    End-of-Quarter Exam

    • In-lab practical exam covering lab procedures and analysis.
    • Revisit equipment from all labs during an optional lab period.

    Attendance and Emergency Policy

    • Attend the lab section in which you are enrolled.
    • Missing the lab section will result in a score of zero for that lab.
    • One lab report and quiz will be dropped from your grade.
    • Grade appeals are acceptable for discrepancies in grading.
    • No tolerance for violations of UCSD health policies.
    • Students exhibiting inappropriate behavior will be dismissed and given a 0 for the lab.
    • Late submissions will result in points deducted for tardiness.

    Academic Integrity

    • Collaboration during lab experimentation is encouraged, but all written work submitted for a grade must be individual.
    • Sharing answers to lab conclusion questions is a violation of academic integrity.
    • Usage of online resources is discouraged.

    Public Health

    • Violations of UCSD health policies will result in dismissal and a 0 for the lab.

    Lab Safety

    • Wear closed toe/heel shoes, avoid loose clothing and jewelry.
    • Do not wear valuables to the lab.
    • Keep the lab a safe and clean environment.

    Enrollment Issues

    • Section changes handled via WebReg (http://tritonlink.ucsd.edu).
    • Late adds are not permitted.
    • Waitlisted students must complete all assignments by deadlines.
    • Contact instructors within 24 hours of enrolling in the course.
    • Do not attend a section you are not enrolled or waitlisted in.

    Additional Support

    • Weekly academic support offered by the Teaching and Learning Commons.
    • Stress and anxiety support provided by the teaching staff.

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