Available in 2024
Course code

PHYS4120

Units

20 units

Level

4000 level

Course handbook

Description

The Physics Honours Program is equally comprised of two components, coursework and a research project that strengthens a student’s understanding of modern physics.In PHYS4110 Coursework I and PHYS4120 Coursework II, students will complete 6 modules of coursework content. These modules will cover a variety of topics such as Electromagnetism, Classical & Modern Optics, Quantum Mechanics, and Solid State Physics that relate to student’s interest areas and thesis topic. The coursework provides students with contemporary research methodologies that lead into the thesis component of the Honours Program.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 1 - 2024
  • Semester 2 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Competence in researching the scientific literature

2. A significantly enhanced understanding of how to apply their knowledge of physics to real physical systems independently and collaboratively

3. The capacity to devise and employ effective and creative strategies in problem solving, in conducting research, and in analysing and modelling the behaviour of physical systems.

4. Mastery of a range of experimental, theoretical and/or computational techniques

5. An enhanced ability to effectively communicate their knowledge of physics to a wide variety of audiences


Content

PHYS4120 covers the preliminary work towards a major research project supervised by a member of academic staff.


Requisite

This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program.


Assumed knowledge

A major in Physics with a Credit grade average in at least 40 units of 3000 level physics courses.


Assessment items

Online Learning Activity: Induction Workshop WHS quiz Risk assessment Academic Integrity Module

Presentation: Oral thesis proposal seminar

Literature Review: Written Literature Review and Research Plan


Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Individual Supervision-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
  • Meeting and laboratory times will be by arrangement with the project supervisor.

Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan

Individual Supervision-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
  • Meeting and laboratory times will be by arrangement with the project supervisor.

Course outline