PHYS1003 (v.2) Modern Physics
| Area: | School of Elec Eng, Comp and Math Sci (EECMS) |
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| Credits: | 12.5 |
| Contact Hours: | 6.0 |
| TUITION PATTERNS: | The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline. |
| Lecture: | 3 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Science Laboratory: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Workshop: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Equivalent(s): |
1744 (v.3)
Structure of Matter 102
or any previous version
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| Anti Requisite(s): |
305415 (v.3)
Physics 102
or any previous version
AND PHYS1007 (v.1) Physics 2 or any previous version |
| UNIT REFERENCES, TEXTS, OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT DETAILS: | The most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes, will be provided in the unit outline. |
| Syllabus: | Modern Physics assumes that students have completed Physics ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR or equivalent. This unit is recommended for students that have completed either PHYS1005 Physics 1 or PHYS1004 Physical Measurements or are enrolled in an Engineering discipline. The course explores two pillars of modern physics: quantum mechanics and relativity. The study of quantum mechanics begins with its origins in the photoelectric effect and leads up to the time independent solution of Schrodinger's wave equation. An introduction to both general and special relativity is included. This course includes a laboratory component which will involve experiments and computer simulations that are linked to the lecture material and will give students experience and understanding in measurement and uncertainties, physical data analysis and report writing. |
| Additional Requisite Information: | PHYS1003 Modern Physics should not be taken concurrently with PHYS1004 Physical Measurements. Students wishing to take both these units should enrol in PHYS1007 Physics 2. |
| Field of Education: | 010301 Physics |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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