PHS3042

Physics

Dr Trevor Hicks

12 points
* An average of 4.5 x 1-hour lectures, 1 tutorial and 5.5 hours of laboratory work per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: As for PHS3011

Objectives The aim of this subject is to introduce students to some of the basic physics that underpins a modern university physics subject. Practical skills associated with experimental physics are also emphasised during the experimental sessions. At the successful conclusion of this subject students will be able to understand a range of fundamental concepts from the core units of `Nuclear physics' and `Solid state physics'; apply a series of theoretical techniques within this subject core; extend mastery of this core to related subject areas of knowledge of particular interest to the student; perform a series of measurements on experiments related to the above topics; write-up experimental reports presenting results and analysing and discussing them; present a short seminar on the results of a laboratory experiment.

Synopsis This subject is designed for students wishing to combine third-year studies in physics with studies in another subject. It can be taken together with another twelve-point third-year subject. The subject consists of two core units `Nuclear physics' and `Solid state physics'. In addition students will attend a six-hour unit `Professional studies 2'. The remaining two elective units may be chosen from the list of units offered in second semester. In some cases units from other departments, including the `Magnetic properties' unit from MSC3022, may be included in the choice. Students who intend taking honours physics in their fourth year must take the `Advanced quantum physics' unit.

Assessment Examinations (4x1.5 hours): 65%
* Laboratory work and assignments: 35%