phy1pa physics a
PHYSICS A
PHY1PA
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is designed to promote a conceptual understanding of physics in the areas of mechanics, heat and material properties. Many of the topics students may have met in previous studies. In this unit there will be an emphasis on developing a firm understanding of the topics and the ways in which the concepts may be represented. Particular emphasis is placed on mathematical representation. The subject lays the foundation for subsequent studies in the engineering program or further studies in physical sciences.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKatherine Legge
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites VCE Physics 3 and 4 and Mathematical Methods 3 and 4 or equivalent.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (second edition) | Prescribed | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2012 |
| Readings | Sears and Zamansky's University Physics with Modern Physics - First Australian SI Edition | Prescribed | Young, Freedman & Bhatal | PEARSON ADDISON, WESLEY |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKatherine Legge
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours directed reading per week from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Three 1/2 hour tests | 15 | |
| laboratory work | 20 | |
| one 3-hour examination | In order to pass this subject, students must obtain a mark of at least 40% on the examination, as well as an overall mark of at least 50%. | 60 |
| one practice exam (open book) | The tests provide formative feedback to the students throughout the semester with regard to their understanding of some basic concepts covered. | 5 |