Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast
This unit has been discontinued.
Offered Hobart. Distance** Launceston and ** Cradle Coast
** subject to sufficient numbers.
To enrol in this unit, please compete the online form at: www.utas.edu.au/foundation-units
Introduction
This unit is taught through a combination of independent learning, lectures, tutorials and prac sessions.
The aim of the unit is to provide students with an understanding of some key areas of physics: forces, energy and work and momentum, mechanics and dynamics. It assists students in analysing and synthesizing information, problem solving and carrying out scientific experiments and provides a competency in physics to a level appropriate for further studies in physics.
There are no entrance prerequisites to study the Physics Foundation Unit, however proficiency in year 10 mathematics is strongly advised.
Students who successfully complete the Physics Foundation Unit and who have satisfied one of the following - pass in MTM415117 (TCE Mathematics Methods) or KMA003 (Mathematics Foundation Unit) - will be eligible for enrolment in first year Physics units at the University of Tasmania. In addition, students who successfully complete the unit will qualify for entry into any other units or degree programs which have PHY415115 (TCE Physics) or equivalent as a prerequisite. Places are limited, so it's a first in, first accepted policy.
Fees: The course is free to Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents who are not required to pay any fees to the University or to contribute towards the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS).
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Physics Foundation Unit |
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| Unit code | KYA004 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Physics |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Foundation |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 2hr lectures weekly 1 x 2hr tutorial weekly 1 x 6-hr compulsory practical day (in Hobart) |
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| Assessment | Continual assessment, assignments and practical work (40%), 2-hr exam (60%). Students are required to achieve a pass in the exam in order to pass this unit. |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
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