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Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate quantitative problem solving skills.
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2.
Demonstrate critical thinking in the context of physical science.
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Demonstrate understanding of the general principles of physics and their application across the breath of the field.
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4.
Integrate the scientific method into problem-solving and experimentation.
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Understand the link between advances in modern technology and the underlying physical principles - particularly how the capabilities and limitations shape current and future technology.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Science - BSc4410 - Science
Bachelor of Science - BSc4415 - Science
Bachelor of Science - BSc4463 - Science (CDF)

Specialisation Structure
48 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 48 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 12 UOC of the following courses.

ZPEM1501
6 UOC
Physics 1A: Mechanics, Waves and Thermodynamics
ZPEM1502
6 UOC
Physics 1B: Electromagnetism and Modern Physics

Level 2 Core Courses

Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.

ZPEM2502
6 UOC
Physics 2B: Electrons, Photons and Matter
ZPEM2506
6 UOC
Physics 2A: Meteorology and Atmospheric Physics
ZPEM2509
6 UOC
Astrophysics

Level 3 Core Courses

Students must take 18 UOC of the following courses.

ZPEM3503
6 UOC
Advanced Materials
ZPEM3528
6 UOC
Nuclear Physics
ZPEM3532
6 UOC
Advanced Topics in Physics and Oceanography

Elective Selection

The following courses should be taken as electives to meet program level requirements. Level I Mathematics (ZPEM1301 Mathematics 1A and ZPEM1302 Mathematics 1B or the equivalent in engineering mathematics courses) is a prerequisite for students enrolling in Level II and Level III Physics.ZPEM2302 Mathematical Tools for Science is a prerequisite … For more content click the Read More button below.

Recommended Elective

ZPEM2508 CBRNE (6 UOC) or ZPEM3103 Applications of Quantum Theory (6 UOC) are recommended electives.

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Additional Information

Double-Major Combinations

For double-major combinations with Physics, please refer to the Recommended Double Major Combinations listed within this site.

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