Faculty Of Science, Technology & Engineering
PHY1LSB, 2012
| Subject Code: | PHY1LSB |
| Subject Short Title: | PHYSICS FOR LIFE SCIENCES B |
| Credit Points: | 15.0 |
| Subject Description: | This unit is a natural sequel to PHY1LSA, but may be taken independently. It is an introduction to classical and modern physics useful for students in biological and animal sciences. The classical elements are forces, motion, fluids, heat, electricity and magnetism. Elements of modern physics such as special relativity, quantum mechanics, and radiation are discussed, including causes of climate variability and global change. Students apply their knowledge of these elements in online quizzes, problem classes and laboratory classes. On completion, students will have a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of physics. No previous study of physics is assumed and mathematical methods are limited to basic algebra. |
| Incompatibles: | PHY10SCI, PHY11ENG, PHY12SCB, PHY11SCA, PHY1SCA, PHY1SCB |
| Class Requirements: | three 1-hour lectures per week, 2-hour problem-solving classes (12 sessions) and 3-hour laboratory classes (9 sessions) |
| Work Experience Indicator: | Student is not undertaking work experience in industry |
| Available to 'Study Abroad' students: | Y |
Assessment:
| Assessment Type | % | Comments |
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| laboratory reports/exercises | 20 | |
| problem sets | 10 | |
| on-line quizzes | 10 | |
| one 3-hour examination | 55 | |
| one 1-hour mid semester examination | 5 | |
Readings:
| Reading Type | Title | Author | Publisher |
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| Prescribed | Physics: principles with applications (with www pack). | Giancoli, DC 2005 | 6th edn, Pearson Prentice-Hall, USA. |
| Recommended | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (second edition) | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | La Trobe University 2012 |
Subject Coordinator: Dr David Hoxley
| Subject Availability |
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| BUNDOORA |
| Semester 2, Day. Dr David Hoxley (d.hoxley@latrobe.edu.au) |
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