EPPHYS252
10 units
level
Course handbook
Description
Modern Physics prepares students for the undergraduate study in science and engineering by developing a broad understanding of physics at the introductory level. It covers the basic concepts of force and energy, electromagnetism, atoms and space.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify, describe, and explain the fundamental principles of physics.
2. Solve problems using the principles of physics with appropriate mathematics.
3. Communicate problem solving ideas and methods through diagrams, words, and logical mathematical processes.
4. Develop hands-on experimental skills of measurement and analysis in a laboratory setting.
Content
- Measurement and vectors
- Force and motion
- Work and energy
- Electric forces and fields
- Potential, current and power
- Electric circuits
- Magnetic fields and currents
- Waves and light
- The structure of atoms and nuclei
- Nuclear fusion and fission
- Space and astrophysics
- Experimental methods
Requisite
If you have successfully completed EPPHYS308 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
Year 10 level mathematics, including (but not limited to) scientific notation, basic algebra and trigonometry. If in doubt, discuss with Course Coordinator prior to finalising enrolment.
Assessment items
Quiz: In Class Quizzes
Quiz: Online quizzes
Formal Examination: Final Examination
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- EPPHYS252 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 299.5 KB)
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