Science, Engineering and Technology

KYA004

2010  KYA004  Physics Foundation Unit

Unit Level:

Available as a Student Elective: No

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SPECIAL NOTE: 

10/11/2010 - 17/12/2010 Hobart, Launceston & Cradle Coast subject to sufficient numbers.

Apply direct to the School of Mathematics & Physics, phone: (03) 6226 2439.

OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KYA004 H,L,W Distance(H) Key Semester Dates Semester Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Spring Offering in H 10-NOV-2010 18-NOV-2010 29-NOV-2010 17-DEC-2010 Spring Offering in L 10-NOV-2010 18-NOV-2010 29-NOV-2010 17-DEC-2010 Spring Offering in W 10-NOV-2010 18-NOV-2010 29-NOV-2010 17-DEC-2010 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

This unit is completed over a six-week period, including a one day compulsory practical session (at the Hobart Campus). Lectures are held one evening per week from 6-8 pm with an additional 1x2hour tutorial per week. The subject is taught through a combination of independent learning, lectures, tutorials and prac sessions.

The aim of the unit is to provide students with an understanding of some key areas of physics: mechanics and dynamics. It assists students in analyzing and synthesizing information, problem solving and carrying out scientific experiments and provides a competency in physics to a level appropriate for further studies in physics.

Places are limited, so it is a first-in, first-accepted policy.

There are no entrance prerequisites to study the Physics Foundation Unit, however proficiency in year 10 mathematics is strongly advised.

Students who successfully complete the Physics Foundation Unit with a grade of Pass and who have satisfied one of the following - pass in MAP5C or MME5C, or KMA003 - will be eligible for enrolment in first year Physics units at the University of Tasmania. In addition, students who successfully complete the unit will qualify for entry into any other units or degree programs which have PHY5C or equivalent as a prerequisite.

Fees: The course is free to Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents who are not required to pay any fees to the University or to contribute towards the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS).

For further details, contact Karen Bradford phone (03) 6226 2439 or email Karen.Bradford@utas.edu.au.

Successful completion guarantees a place in the Bachelor of Science and other related degrees.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT:

continual assessment, assignments and practical work (50%),

2-hr exam (50%); the unit is graded on a pass/fail basis.

Students required to achieve a pass in the exam in order to pass this unit.

TEACHING PATTERN:

1 x 2 hrs lectures weekly,

1 x 2 hrs tutorials weekly,

1 x 6-hr compulsory practical day (in Hobart only)

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web dependent - H,L,W
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Resource dependent teaching & learning - H,L,W
Independent study with provided resources replaces face-to-face or other classes (e.g. lectures)
   Video conferencing - H,L,W
A live video link between campuses is used for at least some teaching in this unit
   Flexible scheduling - H,L,W
You can attend some classes out of normal teaching hours; e.g. weekend blocks, summer schools etc
About Flexible Study Options

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Spring) will be available from mid July 2010

STAFF: Mr David Hughes

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