GAS1086

Introductory physics for engineering

P Higgins

4 points
* First semester
* Gippsland
* Prerequisite: consultation with course adviser
* Prohibitions: Cannot be credited towards the major study in applied science or engineering; students cannot obtain credit towards any award for more than one of GAS1080, GAS1086 or GAS1095

Objectives This subject is intended for students with limited scientific background who wish to study towards a career in a technological area. It assumes only that the student is willing to learn and introduces and develops the fundamental concepts of science to a level where the student can confidently proceed into major studies. It will develop an awareness of the basic concepts applied in mechanics, materials, atomic structure, electricity, electromagnetism, kinetic molecular theory and thermodynamics; develop the vocabulary of frequently used scientific terms; improve technological literacy and communication skills; develop expertise in fundamental measuring skills and techniques; and foster an awareness of the need for precision an technology, both for obtaining results and communicating them to others.

Synopsis Areas of study include science and the scientific method, the laws of motion, gravity, work, power, momentum; the states and properties of matter, atomic structure, the nucleus and radioactivity, electromagnetic radiation, electricity, electromagnetism and alternating currents.

Assessment Assignments (including practical work): 50%
* Semester examination: 50%
* Students must perform satisfactorily in both assignments and examination in order to pass the subject.

Prescribed texts

Payne C A and others Physical science 6th edn, Brown, 1992