Physics is also the basis for all engineering disciplines. For Judson, the policy is 10 absences, excused or unexcused, will earn the student an F in the course. For MMI, three unexcused absences will automatically drop the student from the course, most likely with a failing grade. Before you get into these extremes, contact me if you see your absences getting too high. We might be able to work out some options for you.
Punctuality is also vital.
It is rude to me and to your classmates to come into class and interrupt lectures, demonstrations, or labs in progress. Therefore, three tardys will count as one unexcused absence . Tests in a previous class, going to get your books, or other such reasons are not excuses. I will grant exceptions for medical reasons. Transportation difficulties is not an excuse unless some effort is made to contact me, either by phone, in person, or via a message.