192305 v.4 Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Physics


PGradDipAppPhys(Curtin)

Introduction


This advanced study program has been designed to provide opportunities for both practising professionals and recent graduates to extend their scientific competence in an area of chosen specialisation. The postgraduate diploma is by coursework with options in physical methods of analysis, atmospheric and marine sciences. Instrumentally oriented units and projects provide the opportunities to develop a high level of analytical and experimental skill. Instrumental units offered include x-ray analysis, radiometric techniques of analysis, mass spectrometry, electron microscopy, satellite oceanography and satellite meteorology. Other units in the fields of properties of materials, marine physics and meteorology are available.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites


A bachelor degree in science with a physics major or an approved equivalent. An appropriate honours degree or the postgraduate diploma is a prerequisite for entry to the masters course.

Recognition of Prior Learning


Recognition of prior learning in the course may be granted where candidates possess particular work experience or qualifications deemed to be relevant and appropriate. Published works, internal reports, conference papers, and consulting work could form the basis for an application for recognition of prior learning in the course.

Duration and Availability


This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Flexibility in modes of study exist to meet individual study requirements, for example, a mix of full and part-time study, or students may undertake intensive periods of course study or project work over the summer or vacation periods. Two intakes are offered each year, in March and August.

Course Organisation


Specifically, the course has been structured to accommodate student differences and preferences in areas of applied physics and instrumental physics.

Additional Course Expenses


Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1

  SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   75.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   125.0
  200.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
4914 v.2   Physical Properties of Materials 513 3.0 12.5
5324 v.4   Physics 505 2.0 12.5
5326 v.4   Physics 507 2.0 12.5
5327 v.4   Physics 508 2.0 25.0
5328 v.5   Physics Project 591 4.0 25.0
5329 v.5   Physics Project 592 4.0 25.0
5696 v.4   Physics 595 4.0 25.0
6037 v.6   Physics 501 2.0 12.5
6383 v.4   Physical Oceanography 501 2.0 12.5
6565 v.5   Physics 502 4.0 25.0
6573 v.5   Physics 503 3.0 12.5
6574 v.5   Physics 504 2.0 25.0
7729 v.4   Instrumental Physics 501 4.0 25.0
7730 v.4   Instrumental Physics 502 4.0 25.0
7733 v.5   Physics Project 593 7.0 37.5
7734 v.5   Physics Project 594 8.0 50.0
302733 v.1   Applied Physics 502 4.0 25.0
302888 v.1   Applied Physics 504 4.0 25.0
302889 v.2   Astrophysics 502 4.0 25.0
302890 v.1   Isotope Science 502 3.0 25.0
302892 v.2   Physical Oceanography 502 4.0 25.0
302893 v.2   Physics of Fluids 502 2.0 25.0
302894 v.2   Physics of Materials 502 2.0 12.5
303982 v.2   Quantum Optics 502 2.0 25.0
303983 v.2   Remote Sensing 502 4.0 25.0
303984 v.2   Remote Sensing 504 4.0 25.0
303985 v.2   Solid State 501 4.0 25.0
303986 v.2   Waves and Oscillations 501 4.0 25.0
303987 v.2   Quantum Mechanics 501 4.0 25.0
303988 v.2   Applied Crystallography 502 4.0 25.0
 
N1 The above options are suggested options. Up to 2 options may be undertaken in a suitable non-physics area. These units must be chosen in consultation with the Head of Department and Postgraduate Co-ordinator.
N2 Not all subjects listed will be available each semester. Subject offerings will be dictated by availability of staff and student numbers.
 

Availability

Year Location All* Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y  
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y  

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.