PHYS1102 Physics 1B

Professor Gunther Andersson

2012

4.5

3 x 50-minute lectures weekly
1 x 50-minute tutorial weekly
1 x 3-hour practical fortnightly

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Stage 2 Year 12 Physics and Mathematical Methods

Examination, Practicals, Weekly Tutorial Tests

This topic will cover the fundamental areas of physics such at electromagnetic phenomena, oscillations, waves, sound, light, quantum mechanics and its application to atoms and solids. The laboratory work is integrated with lectures and with a computer simulation in each laboratory exercise, and fosters an 'exploration of principles' ethos, where the students are encouraged to understand the influence of relevant parameters on the phenomena they are studying.

The aims of this topic are:

To develop an appreciation of the role of physics in the world around us
To develop problem-solving skills
To encourage critical analysi
To build on students' pre-existing knowledge of physics and mathematics
To provide a foundation for higher level studies in science and engineering

At the completion of the topic, students are expected to be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the physics concepts underlying the material discussed in the topic
Develop models to apply to physical phenomena, and express these in the language of mathematics
Recognise the strengths and limitations of models used to describe physical phenomena
Solve selected problems, and interpret and critically analyse the results obtained
Design and perform laboratory investigations, and compare results to predictions of an appropriate model
Communicate their physics knowledge effectively

Key dates and timetable

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