Courses & Units
Physics Foundation Unit KYA004
Introduction
This subject aims to provide students with an understanding of basic physical concepts in classical mechanics. Understanding of motion, force, energy and momentum is instrumental study of other key areas of physics, such as: mechanics, electric and magnetic fields, waves, atoms and nuclei. This course also aids students in analysing and synthesising information, problem solving and scientific experimentation. Students who successfully complete the Physics Foundation Unit and who have satisfied one of the following successful completion of one of the following (or their equivalent): Maths Methods (MTM315114), Maths Specialised (MTS415114) or Maths Foundation Unit (KMA003) 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 Physics (PHY415115) or equivalent as a prerequisite.
Summary
| Unit name | Physics Foundation Unit |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KYA004 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Physics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Danijela Ivkovic |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Foundation |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
* 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 (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fundamental physical laws and principles, such as: newtons laws of motion, equations of motion, gravitation, circular motion, conservation of momentum, energy, work and power.
- conceptualise a problem and apply suitable formulae, graphs and diagrams to describe a physical situation and evaluate solutions.
- apply vectors to solve problems in one and two dimensions.
- use experimental techniques and analyse data to confirm laws and make predictions.
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 | 2 x 2-hr lectures weekly, 1 x 2-hr tutorial weekly, 1 x 6-hr compulsory practical day (in Hobart) |
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| Assessment | Examination (60%)|Assignments (30%)|Lab Reports (10%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
You will need the following text available from the Co-op Bookshop: New Century Senior Physics: Concepts in context by R. Walding, G. Rapkins and G. Rossiter (2004, Oxford University Press, Melbourne, ISBN: 978 0 19 551777 4) |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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