11371 (v.4) Measurement Science 101

Area:

Centre for Aboriginal Studies

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Workshop:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Other Requisite(s):

Admission: to the Associate Degree in Science and Technology

Syllabus:

Fundamentals - Sl quantities and units, derived units, the Scientific method, measurement of quantities, estimation of everyday quantities, uncertainties, presentation of data and graphs. Fluids - volume, density, pressure in fields and buoyancy. Technological applications, for example- hot air balloons, buoyancy devices, dams, water transfer, pumps, diving equipment. Materials - structure of matter, physical properties of matter, strengths of materials. Technological applications, for example - biophysical applications, bulding materials and structures, new materials. Mechanics - displacement, velocity, acceleration, equations of motion, force and vectors. Technological applications for example, bicycles, motor vehicles, lifts, pulley and gear system.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Understood the differences between observation, theory and law. Recorded clearly, observations and inferences. Made simple measurements using scientific measuring apparatus. Carried out simple scientific equations.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Sadler, A. J., (1997), Introductory Calculus. (2nd Edition), Sadler Family Trust. Sadler, A.J., (1993), Geometry and Trigonometry, Sadler Family Trust.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 15%, Laboratory Reports 60%, Tests 25%. This is by Grade/Mark Assessment.

Field of Education:

10300 Physics and Astronomy (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

Not Categorised

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

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