MATH/PHYS 191 – Math & Physics for Games I Syllabus
Course Information
CRN: 80358
Credit Hours: 4.0
Lecture: MWF 2:00 to 2:50 in RC 378
Lab: M 3:00 to 4:50 in RC 378
Instructor Info
Rob Grondahl, CLB 244, 469-8500 x2802, email: ude.cccj|lhadnorgr#ude.cccj|lhadnorgr.
J. Douglas Patterson, CLB 302, 469-8500 x4268, e-mail: ude.cccj|rettapd#ude.cccj|rettapd.
Office Hours:
Grondahl:
MWF 1:00-1:50pm , TR 11:00-11:50am
By Appointment: https://calendly.com/rgrondahl/student-meeting
JDP:
MW 8:00-9:00am, 1:00-2:00pm; F 12:00-1:00pm
Zoom: http://jccc.zoom.us/my/dpatter
Course Description:
This introductory course focuses on the mathematics and physics concepts needed to program a variety of video game scenarios. Students will learn to use vectors and matrix transformations to model the motion of physical objects in two and three dimensions. Students will also learn various computer programming methods in order to model these mathematical and physical concepts.
Prerequisites:
MATH 171 (College Algebra) or MATH 173 (Precalculus) with a grade of ‘C’ or higher or an appropriate score on the math assessment test. GAME 121 (Programming Algorithms Using C# or C++) or equivalent programming experience.
Text:
You're looking at it! This wiki will be the location for all of the textbook and laboratory material.
Supplies:
Calculator with trigonometric functions, your brain.
Course Requirements:
Lectures:
The lecture will consist of traditional instructive lectures, class discussions, video material, and laboratory demonstrations. Not all material in the lecture will appear in the text and not all material in the text will be discussed in the lecture. Students are responsible for the material covered in the lecture as well as in the text.
Homework:
Homework will be assigned and collected regularly. Doing the homework problems is just as essential to success in this course as daily practice is in sports.
Labs:
There will be weekly laboratory assignments. A technical design document will be due at the beginning of each new lab and a summary report will be due at the beginning of the second lab day.
Tests:
There will be three unit tests and a final exam. Unit tests will cover material from lectures, homework, lab, and the text. The final exam will be comprehensive.
Attendance:
Students are expected to attend class every day in order to be successful. Attendance is not recorded for a grade.
Grading Standards:
Grades will be based on the following:
Assignment Points Possible
Homework 16%
Lab Reports 24%
Unit Tests 40%
Final Exam 20%
Total 100%
Letter grades will be assigned as follows:
90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
below 60% = F
Late Work and Make-Up Policy:
Work may be made-up or turned in late only if the student obtains prior permission from the instructors.
CAVEATS:
The majority of mathematics and physics courses are sequential. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in a prerequisite course to progress to its subsequent course.
In accordance with the assertion made on your billing statement, during the first two weeks of the semester, if a student is found not to have successfully fulfilled the prerequisite(s) for this course, the student will be dropped from the course. He/she will be allowed to enroll in the appropriate lower-level course on a space available basis with an even exchange of tuition. After the first two weeks, students who have not met the prerequisite(s) will be dropped from the course with no refund of tuition.
Computer Literacy Expectations:
Students will need basic word processing and Internet searching skills for the completion of some papers, exercises, and projects.
Academic Dishonesty Policy Statement:
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be subject to the appropriate penalties. Please make every effort to avoid the appearance of dishonesty in all course activities. All cases of academic dishonesty will be brought to the attention of the Program Director for the Division.
Disability Statement:
JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you are a student with a disability and if you are in need of accommodations or services, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services and make a formal request. To schedule an appointment with an Access Advisor or for additional information, you can contact Access Services at (913) 469-3521 or ude.cccj|secivresssecca#ude.cccj|secivresssecca. Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center. Read the JCCC Accessibility Statement.
Counseling Resources
For academic, career, and personal counseling, visit the JCCC Counseling Center on the second floor of the Student Center.
Math and Science Resource Centers
There are resource centers for both math and science help with free tutoring available on demand. The Math Resource Center and the Science Resource Center are located on the first floor of the Billington Library. These resource centers are not free, you've ALREADY PAID FOR THEM! Be sure to get your money's worth!
Tentative Course Schedule
The tentative schedule of lecture topics, lab assignments, and exam dates can be found on the schedule page.
Building Emergency Plan
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Student Code of Conduct
Students are bound by all sections of the JCCC Student Code of Conduct as well as the Student Handbook.
Drop Deadlines
View the drop deadlines for this course.
After the 100% refund date, you will be financially responsible for the tuition charges: for details, search on Student Financial Responsibility on the JCCC web page. Changing your schedule may reduce eligibility for financial aid and other third-party funding. Courses not dropped will be graded. For questions about dropping courses, contact the Student Success Center at 913-469-3803.
Campus Health and Safety Measures
Follow all College Wellness and Safety guidelines.
Campus Safety
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Classroom and campus safety are of paramount importance at Johnson County Community College and are the shared responsibility of the entire campus population. Please review the following:
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Be Alert:
Be an extra set of eyes and ears to help maintain campus safety
Trust your instincts
Report suspicious or unusual behavior/circumstances to Campus Police (see above)
Be Prepared:
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