2009 Course Handbook
PHYS149: Physics for Technology
This unit develops a conceptual and quantitative approach to key Physics topics including waves, light and sound; electricity; forces and motion; and thermodynamics, with illustrations of these topics using biological or technological applications. It teaches students to apply their knowledge of science to solve problems, to think and reason logically and creatively, and to communicate effectively. The key role of modelling in understanding and describing the natural world is supported by a development of the basic techniques of physical measurements, data analysis and verification of models. Written communication skills for laboratory report writing, and problem-solving techniques, are emphasised throughout the unit.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | 6 |
| When Offered: | D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year |
| Staff Contact: | Physics staff |
| Prerequisites: | (HSC Mathematics Band 4 or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Band E3 or HSC Mathematics Extension 2) or corequisite of (MATH132 or MATH133 or MATH135 or MATH136) or MATH130(P) |
| Corequisites: | |
| NCCWs: | PHYS140, PHYS143 |
| Unit Designations: |
Technology
Medical Sciences |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Department of Physics and Engineering |
Timetable Information
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