12 points, SCA Band 2, 0.250 EFTSL
Postgraduate - Unit
Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
Faculty
Organisational Unit
School of Physics and Astronomy
Chief examiner(s)
Coordinator(s)
Not offered in 2019
Prerequisites
Enrolment in the Master of Science
Notes
The unit will be offered annually from Semester 1, 2020 in a non-standard teaching period
Synopsis
Students undertake advanced studies in three selected topics in physics and related fields.
These extend the expertise in theoretical and computational physics, data analysis and the skills required to effectively communicate their findings using contemporary communication tools.
The topics are:
Advanced statistical mechanics and critical phenomena
Advanced condensed matter physics - Part B
Advanced quantum information theory and quantum computation
Quantum fluids and many-body theory
X-ray optics and synchrotron science
NB: Subject to approval by the Chief Examiner, one of the topics in PHS5021Not offered in 2019 may be replaced by a topic from ASP5021.
Outcomes
On completion of this unit students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of advanced theoretical and computational physics, and related disciplines.
- Demonstrate high-level skills in theoretical/computation physics and/or experimental physics that are essential for advanced contemporary physics.
- Synthesize and interpret advanced knowledge in theoretical, computational and/or experimental physics.
- Apply knowledge and critical thinking skills to the solution of complex problems in contemporary physics.
Assessment
Examinations (2 hours): 50%
Tests: 20%
Assignments: 30%
Workload requirements
A total of 24 hours per week
- 3 three-hours of lectures/workshops/tutorials per week
- Three hours of consultation and online discussions involving peers and staff
- 12 hours of independent study per week
See also Unit timetable information
This unit applies to the following area(s) of study
Master of Science in Astrophysics