Courses & Units
Physics for Health Sciences CXA115
Introduction
An introductory physics course for health science professionals. This subject provides an introduction to the topics of mechanics, waves, fluids and thermodynamics, sound, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. CXA115 aims to provide a basic understanding of physical processes and physical problem solving techniques in order to form a basis for future studies in health sciences.
Summary
| Unit name | Physics for Health Sciences |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA115 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Denis Visentin |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- understand the basic theory of wave motion, sound and optics
- understand basic DC electrical systems and measurement devices
- understand the principles of linear kinetics and kinematics
- understand thermal and fluid properties of matter and apply these principles to processes in the human body
- understand the basics of atomic and nuclear physics, including x-ray and radionuclide production and the interaction of x-rays with matter
- apply understanding of physical processes to the human life sciences
- be competent in logically solving problems in all topics using basic mathematical methods
- be competent in performing laboratory experiments pertaining to theory topics, and possess a degree of expertise in the critical analysis of data and data presentation
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning 2-hr lectures, 1-hr tutorial (weekly) and 6 x 3 hour practical sessions |
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| Assessment | Examination (50%)|Laboratory worksheets (20%)|Physics Assignments (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Serway R. A. and Vuille C. College Physics (11th edition) Saunders College Publishing ISBN : 1305965396 |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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