PHYS4220
20 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
The Honours Program in Physics is designed to give students an advanced understanding of specific topics in modern physics through coursework and a research project. PHYS4120 and PHYS4220 comprise a research project related to current research interests in Physics - Surface Physics, Near-Earth Space Physics, Solid State Physics and Medical Physics.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 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
A major research project in one of the current research areas of the discipline 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
Thesis: Written Research Thesis
Presentation: Oral Thesis Presentation and defence
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
- Meetings and laboratory times will be by arrangement with the project supervisor.
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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