PHS1002 - Physics for engineering

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Overview

This unit relates key principles of physics to engineering and technology, and shows how physics, including quantum and nano-science, creates useful new technologies. Energy, momentum and angular momentum: planetary orbits, rocket propulsion, precession, flywheels. Electromagnetism and light. Quantum physics: Uncertainty principle, wave functions, atomic force microscope, lasers, stimulated emission. The … For more content click the Read More button below.

This unit relates key principles of physics to engineering and technology, and shows how physics, including quantum and nano-science, creates useful new technologies. Energy, momentum and angular momentum: planetary orbits, rocket propulsion, precession, flywheels. Electromagnetism and light. Quantum physics: Uncertainty principle, wave functions, atomic force microscope, lasers, stimulated emission. The practical component develops measurement, analysis, and communication skills.

Offerings

OCT-MY-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

OCT12-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Michael J Morgan

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Boon Leong Lan

Dr Istvan Laszlo

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Identify the basic principles of physics in typical simple situations relevant to engineering, and correctly apply them

Apply energy and momentum methods to analyse motion of systems

Explain behaviours involving electromagnetism and do appropriate analysis and calculations

Explain, and apply, basic quantum principles to, situations which are relevant in engineering and technology contexts; do appropriate analysis and calculations

Demonstrate an ability to describe and explain advanced techniques used in relevant engineering or physics contexts

Make reliable measurements, estimate uncertainties, analyse, evaluate and interpret data in cases appropriate to engineering and related to the theory studied

Show an improved ability to work in teams and to communicate and discuss physics concepts, measurements and applications related to engineering and developments in technologies

Approach new problems and find solutions on the basis of general principles, and evaluate the appropriateness of their proposed models or solutions.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Expositional material is presented in the form of assigned pre-reading and/or pre-viewing videos, so that all face to face hours may be utilised to explore the nuanced detail and meaning of the material, to explore and build connections, and to gain a fundamental and concept driven understanding of the material. Tutorial style problem solving in small groups aided by a demonstrator or lecturer will facilitate building conceptual understanding, while collaborative laboratory investigations will demonstrate the material in action and test your ability to link theory to practice.

Assessment

1 - Experimental work

2 - Tests/Assignments

3 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories

Lectures

Tutorials

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Recommended resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Scientific non - programmable calculator required - $30
Miscellaneous items required (printing, stationery) - $20

Availability in areas of study

Astrophysics
Physics
Physiology