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Laboratory and Computational Physics 2 (PHYC20013)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
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Overview
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This subject introduces students to the use of computational techniques in the investigation of problems in physics and develops students' skills in experimental physics within areas of optics, acoustics, electromagnetism, classical nuclear and quantum physics. Students will develop programming skills and learn a range of numerical methods commonly used in physics research.
Intended learning outcomes
Students completing this subject should be able to:
- apply critical reasoning to the evaluation of experimental data and sources of experimental uncertainty;
- use experimental log books effectively; and
- present clearly the results of experimental work;
- construct computer programs that implement algorithms for the solution of problems in physics and the modeling of experimental data;
- apply elementary computational techniques such as finite difference approximations, root finding, quadrature, numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations and discrete Fourier series to physical problems.
Generic skills
A student who completes this subject should be able to:
- Explain their understanding of physics principles and applications lucidly, both in writing and orally;
- Describe the experimental and observational basis of the physical principles presented in the subject, both in writing and orally;
- Express mathematical descriptions of physical processes in a form accessible to numerical computation;
- Participate as an effective member of a group in tutorial discussions and study groups;
- Think independently and analytically and direct his or her own learning;
- Manage time effectively in order to be prepared for regular tutorial classes, tests, the examination and to complete assignments.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Undergraduate students:
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
PHYC10001 | Physics 1: Advanced | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYC10003 | Physics 1 |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
PHYC10005 Physics 1: Fundamentals
AND
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
PHYC10002 | Physics 2: Advanced | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYC10004 | Physics 2: Physical Science & Technology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYC10006 | Physics 2: Life Sciences & Environment | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AND
VCE Mathematical Methods or equivalent.
Postgraduate students:
Selection of one of the following:
- Mechanical specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
- Mechatronics specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
- Mechanical with Business specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
- Mechanical with Aerospace specialisation (formal) in the MC-ENG Master of Engineering
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written pre-laboratory and pre-computational assignments | Throughout the teaching period | 20% |
Participation in Laboratory and Computational classes | Throughout the teaching period | 20% |
Written and oral laboratory reports and computational assignments
| Throughout the teaching period | 60% |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Harry Quiney Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 72 Hours (six hours of experimental or computational laboratory class per week of the Teaching Period) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Harry Quiney Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 72 Hours (six hours of experimental or computational laboratory class per week of the Teaching Period) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 Hours
Additional delivery details
This subject requires all students to actively and safely participate in laboratory activities.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI Informal specialisation Physics Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022