MONASH UNIVERSITY FACULTY HANDBOOKS
Science Handbook 1996
Published by Monash University
Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia
Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
PHS4000
Experimental physics honours
Dr Trevor Hicks
48 points + Full year subject, comprising formal class contact and private
study + Clayton + Prerequisites: Third-year physics subjects including the
compulsory units of `Electromagnetism', `Statistical mechanics', `Quantum
mechanics', `Applications of quantum mechanics', `Nuclear physics' and `Solid
state physics (lattice and electronic properties)'
Synopsis At least six units are to be taken, with `Quantum mechanics'
and either `Nuclear physics' or `Solid state physics' being
compulsory. Students are required to present a report on an original
experimental project chosen in consultation with their supervisor.
Assessment Examinations (normally 6 x 2 hours): 50% + Experimental
project: 50%
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