Evaluation #66297
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904055166
mkyung6@gatech.edu
Student
as105
527 Andy Holt Tower, Knoxville, TN 37996-0184
United States
[ 144032 ]
EF 152 – Physics for Engineers II
Summer 2024
(Semester Basis)
4 credit hours
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2024-12-30 12:01:50 - Minji Kyung <mkyung6>
To clarify, EF 152 is a calculus-based physics course, as explicitly outlined in its syllabus. The course covers advanced topics like rotational dynamics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism, all of which require calculus for modeling and analysis. Additionally, EF 152 lists Calculus II as a prerequisite, ensuring that students have the necessary mathematical foundation to engage in rigorous problem-solving. I believe this information demonstrates EF 152’s alignment with Georgia Tech’s requirements for calculus-based physics courses. If needed, I can provide further documentation to support this.
2024-12-30 09:43:20 - Emma L Norrell <epresberg6>
Please see note from student
2024-12-22 23:54:58 - Minji Kyung <mkyung6>
I formally appeal that EF 152 (Engineering Physics II) from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, should be accepted as equivalent to PHYS 22129Intro Physics II) at Georgia Tech. Here's why: 1. Comprehensive computational training: EF 152 includes computational modeling using MATLAB and Excel, tools widely used in engineering analysis and comparable to Visual Python used in PHYS 2212. Students are required to take EF 105 (Introduction to Computational Engineering) as a prerequisite to ensure proficiency with these tools before beginning EF 152. 2. Hands-on engineering applications: Through team-based projects and hands-on labs, EF 152 emphasizes real-world problem-solving and the application of physics principles in engineering contexts, mirroring PHYS 2212's focus on applied learning. 3. Rigorous and Prestigious Curriculum: The University of Tennessee's Tickle College of Engineering is recognized as one of the top engineering programs in the Southeast, ensuring high academic standards in all its courses. EF 152 meets the university's VolCore Natural Sciences and Engaged Inquiries requirements, underscoring its academic rigor. I received an A in EF 152, demonstrating a strong mastery of the material and my readiness for advanced physics and engineering courses at Georgia Tech. In addition, EF 152 requires significant out-of-class time - approximately 5-6 hours per week during a regular semester - for homework, labs, and study. The summer version of EF 152, which I took, is condensed into a 9-week semester, significantly increasing the workload and further demonstrating its rigor. While EF 158 (Honors Physics for Engineers II) is an excellent course, its honors designation does not make it inherently superior to EF 152. Both courses cover the same fundamental physics concepts, and EF 152 provides equivalent academic preparation and practical application opportunities. The honors designation of EF 158 is not a prerequisite for achieving equivalency with PHYS 2212 since EF 152 already meets the same high standards. Given this alignment, EF 152 deserves full consideration for equivalency with PHYS 2212 at Georgia Tech.
Trail Log
2025-01-06 08:03:47
Final equivalencies entered by Emma L Norrell (epresberg6) Final equiv: PHYS 2XXX (4 hrs). Policy. Phase set to Complete.
2025-01-03 18:15:25
Draft equivalencies entered by Andrew G Scherbakov (as105) Draft equiv: PHYS 2XXX (3 hrs). Policy. Phase set to Registrar 2.
2024-12-30 11:48:40
Supplemental file attached to evaluation by Minji Kyung (904055166).
2024-12-30 09:43:20
Assigned to Andrew G Scherbakov (as105) by Emma L Norrell (epresberg6). Phase set to Department.
2024-12-22 23:54:58
Evaluation initiated by Minji Kyung (904055166). Phase set to Registrar 1.