PHS1627

Physics

Mr Phillip Higgins

6 points - Second semester - On-campus: 39 lecture hours and 34 tutorial/laboratory hours across the semester - Gippsland/Distance - Prerequisites: VCE Physics or PHS1616 - Prohibition: PHS1011,ENG1802, GAS1384 - Note: Distance students complete experimental laboratory exercises using a supplied kit.

Objectives The students is expected to develop an understanding of the physics principles relating to motion and energy in translational motion, rotation, fluids, oscillations, wave propagation, the thermal and electrical properties of solids and the mechanisms of electrical conduction in solids, liquids and gases; acquire the ability to apply these principles in simple situations; and acquire skills in making measurements, analysing and interpreting data.

Synopsis Newton's Laws, work-energy and conservation of momentum involving friction and simple rotational systems. Basic principles of hydrostatics and streamline fluid flow relating to buoyancy, forces in hydraulic systems and lift from aerofoils. Harmonic motion in simple vibrating systems, damped and forced oscillations, wave propagation and transmission of vibrations and sound, applications of waves including Doppler effect, polarised light, and diffraction effects. Image formation in lens systems. Mechanisms of electrical conduction in solids liquids and gases. The role of temperature in the physical and electrical behaviour of solids.

Assessment Examination: 70% - Assignments, tests and laboratory: 30%

Recommended texts

Serway R A Principles of physics 2nd edn, Saunders, 1998

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