Key facts
UNE unit code: PHYS131
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
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Explore applied concepts in classical physics and develop practical skills for laboratory work by studying this unit.
This unit will equip you with fundamental skills to observe, interpret and communicate the results of your calculations and experiments in applied physics.
In Module one, you will examine linear and circular motion, Newton's Laws, work, energy, power, simple harmonic motion, momentum and elasticity. You will learn to calculate the effect of multiple forces and the resulting motion in simple systems, and the tensile strength of objects.
Module two covers the fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism and the relationship between them. You will investigate waves, sound, geometric optics, electrostatics, DC electrical circuits, magnetism and electromagnetism.
Offerings
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
---|---|
Trimester 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
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TBA | TBA | 3 days | Mandatory Intensive School | All offerings | The intensive school is mandatory for online students only. Students must attend the Mandatory Intensive School which is held in Armidale. Dates to be advised. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
Year 12 HSC Mathematics Extension 1 is assumed knowledge.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of motion and forces as applied to simple 1, 2 and 3-D systems;
- undertake calculations to determine the effect of multiple forces and the resulting motion, and the concepts of deformation, elasticity and strength as pertaining to static forces and be able to calculate tensile strength of objects; and
- demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism and the relationship between them;
- demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of Geometrics Lens Optics and;
- demonstrate a range of manipulative, observational, interpretive, written and graphical communication skills through undertaking and reporting on laboratory work and completing written assignments.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Laboratory Reports | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Laboratory Practical. It is mandatory to pass the laboratory component in order to pass this unit. The School of Science and Technology considers all practical / laboratory activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical / laboratory classes sessions is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. |
Mid-Trimester Test | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Mid-Trimester School Examination. It is mandatory to pass both the Mid-Trimester School Examination and the Final Examination by achieving a combined mark of 45% or greater. |
Weekly Quiz | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Online assessment. Numerical and conceptual problem solving activities. Completion of this assessment is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. |
Final Examination | Yes | 30% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass both the Mid-Trimester School Examination and the Final Examination by achieving a combined mark of 45% or greater. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
University Physics with Modern Physics in SI Units, Global Edition
ISBN: 9781292314730
Young, H.D. and Freedman, R.A., Pearson 15th ed. 2019
Text refers to: All offerings
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