EPPHYS252

Physics 2

English Language & Foundation Studies Centre

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

EPPHYS252 Physics 2 prepares students for the commencement of undergraduate study and requires a sound knowledge of fundamental principles of physics. The depth and extent of the subject is similar to the HSC Physics course. It covers the basic concepts of electrostatics, magnetism, simple circuits and some modern physics.

Objectives

1. Provides a sound knowledge of the fundamentals of physics.
2. Extends a student's understanding of physical phenomena from that presented in EPPHYS152.
2. Develops problem solving and research skills essential for undergraduate study.
3. Illustrates the principles of physics with little mathematics.
4. Enhances problem solving and logical processes within a mathematical framework.

Content

Physics II will cover:
1. Charge, Electrostatics and Coulomb's Law
2. Electric potential, fields and energy
3. Simple Resistor and capacitor circuits
4. Kirchoff's Rules for circuit analysis
5. Magnets and magnetic forces
6. Basic electromagnetism
7. The structure of the atom and its nucleus
8. Nuclear half life, nuclear decay and nuclear stability
9. Nuclear Fusion and Fission
10. Radiation dose and its biological effects.

Replacing Course(s)

N/A

Transition

N/A

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

EPPHYS152

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Examination: Class	Mid-Semester Examination, 18%: Checks the student's ability for problem solving and demonstrates understanding of the concepts under examination conditions.
Essays / Written Assignments	6 Short Answer Assignments, 32%: Enhances the problem solving ability of students. Integrates theoretical concepts introduced in lectures, and their applications to real world phenomena.
Examination: Formal	Final Examination, in the University Examination period, 50%: Checks the student's ability to solve problems and integrate various key concepts.

Contact Hours

Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks

Timetables